One of the biggest banks in the world Citigroup Inc (Citi) recently made a huge announcement that it would be leaving the consumer banking sectors in 13 markets across several continents. What will this entail for the banking industry in 电竞go比赛手机版v5.9 IOS版(电竞go下注手游)? Does it mean that more foreign banks will be doing the same soon?
Big change to move forward
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This move will mean the bank will run its consumer banking businesses through its wealth centers in London, the United Emirates, Singapore and Hong Kong. Their institutional client’s group that provides private banking, cash management and investment services in the markets will continue. This came about through the new strategy implemented by its newly appointed CEO, Jane Fraser in light of the changing market conditions.
According to the group, Citi will not be able to continue competing in the 13 markets although they have been profitable. Hence, focusing on its market segments with better and higher ROI like wealth management and investment might be a better move.
Not badly affected as expected
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This move has raised eyebrows among many in the industry. However, observers have been quick to assure the market that the isolated case does not reflect the trend in the industry and hence should not be overly worried. Several analysts felt strongly that it showed signs that the 电竞go比赛手机版v5.9 IOS版(电竞go下注手游)n banking industry must have been badly hit so much that the foreign banks are starting to withdraw. On the contrary, it would mean that competition is toned down a little giving space for more local players to produce better products and services within the country.
