On the basis of statistical information an analysis is carried out and recommendations are given for the conducting of effective policy of banks in the field of financial investments. A complex of measures in a bank sphere, and also the activity of the state, which need clarification, theoretical, methodical and practical decision for stimulation of investment and innovative activity have been substantiated. International experience of investment activity of banks and investing and investment of money in the various types of securities considered, in particular have been considered. 

financial investments, securities, market of securities, investment portfolio