7.2.2 characteristics of the central bank They are not primarily profit-seeking enterprises They are subject to close control and participation by national governments institutions rather than with the publc S with other banking They carry on most of their transaction7.2.2 characteristics of the central bank •They are not primarily profit-seeking enterprises. • They are subject to close control and participation by national governments. •They carry on most of their transactions with other banking institutions rather than with the public