Empresas y finanzas

Citi Launches New QuikRemit Service



    Citi today announces the launch of QuikRemit(sm), a white-labeled,
    customizable and easy to integrate remittance platform with
    distribution and foreign exchange capabilities spanning more than 90
    countries. QuikRemit enables banks, corporations, and money transfer
    organizations to offer their customers and employees a secure and
    compliant solution for international funds transfer.

    The QuikRemit service was previously offered by PayQuik, a premier
    provider of money transfer solutions to banks, credit unions and money
    transfer organizations, which was acquired by Citi in January 2008.

    "The launch of QuikRemit demonstrates our continued commitment to
    be the leading provider of the full range of payments services," said
    Paul Galant, CEO of Citi´s Global Transaction Services business. He
    continued, "At Citi, we have offered global remittance solutions to
    our clients since 2006, and this launch will accelerate our growth in
    a strong and dynamic market in which we can provide significant value
    to our clients."

    QuikRemit, which offers models for direct, on-line remittances as
    well as in-branch agent remittances, joins Citi´s world-class payments
    portfolio that includes services such as WorldLink.

    The PayQuik team joined Citi earlier this month, bringing more
    than 60 years of combined deep domain expertise in the financial
    services and technology industries, an attractive client base, and a
    best-in-class technology platform.

    Bhairav Trivedi, Global Head of Remittance Services at Citi, and
    previously CEO of PayQuik said, "We´re excited and pleased to launch
    QuikRemit - now as a part of Citi´s portfolio of payment solutions. We
    have deep experience in this market and a winning combination of
    solutions and global access - all key ingredients for success. "

    "As the average value of remittances continues to increase,
    senders want to ensure that their money is safely reaching their
    destinations. The remittance market, traditionally dominated by money
    transfer organizations, is seeing increased participation by banks who
    can offer a wide distribution network and a safe, secure and private
    service. Citi´s QuikRemit Service enables financial institutions and
    corporations to offer these benefits to their clients," Galant said.
    According to Aite Group´s March 2007 report, global remittance flows
    are expected to reach volumes of US$.5 trillion by the year 2010.

    Global Transaction Services, a division of Citi Markets & Banking,
    offers integrated cash management, trade, and securities and fund
    services to multinational corporations, financial institutions and
    public sector organizations around the world. With a network spanning
    over 100 countries, Citi´s Global Transaction Services supports over
    65,000 clients. As of the 4th quarter of 07, it held on average $245
    billion in liability balances and $13.1 trillion in assets under
    custody.

    Citi, the leading global financial services company, has some 200
    million customer accounts and does business in more than 100
    countries, providing consumers, corporations, governments and
    institutions with a broad range of financial products and services,
    including consumer banking and credit, corporate and investment
    banking, securities brokerage, and wealth management. Citi´s major
    brand names include Citibank, CitiFinancial, Primerica, Smith Barney,
    Banamex, and Nikko. Additional information may be found at
    www.citigroup.com or www.citi.com.

    Certain statements in this document are "forward-looking
    statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation
    Reform Act. These statements are based on management´s current
    expectations and are subject to uncertainty and changes in
    circumstances. Actual results may differ materially from those
    included in these statements due to a variety of factors. More
    information about these factors is contained in Citigroup´s filings
    with the Securities and Exchange Commission.