A firm's target cash balance should be set as the smaller of (1) its transaction balance plus a precautionary (safety stock) balance or (2) its required compensating balance.

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A firm's target cash balance should be set as the larger of its transaction balance plus a precautionary balance or its required compensating balance to ensure sufficient liquidity and meet bank requirements.

A Firm's Target Cash Balance Should Be Set as the Smaller