What does the cryptic crossword clue "American welcomes banking employees providing bonds (10)" mean?

The definition is "bonds". The wordplay uses charade, container. A (synonym of "American") + GREETS (synonym of "welcomes") + MEN (synonym of "employees") [container: "banking"]; definition: "bonds" The answer is AGREEMENTS.

American welcomes banking employees providing bonds (10)

Guardian Cryptic #29067 | 20 Across | 2023-05-11 flower

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