Sale of Citibank in Russia
Citigroup has announced the sale of its Russian subsidiary, Citibank, to Renaissance Capital. The deal, scheduled for the first half of 2026, entails a loss of approximately $1.2 billion from the sale. This decision is a logical continuation of the company's strategy, which includes reducing its operations in Russia.
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By 2022, Citigroup had gradually reduced its presence in the Russian market, with the volume of loans issued in the RF declining by 98%. There has also been a sharp decrease in deposits from individual and corporate clients, which fell by 90-150 times. Losses before tax from the sale will be accounted for in the fourth quarter of 2025, highlighting the financial challenges the company faces due to this move.
Thus, the sale of Citibank has become an important milestone in the process of reducing Citigroup's activities in Russia, reflecting the overall trends in the international financial market. The reduction of the presence of Western financial institutions in Russia may indicate long-lasting changes in the economic landscape resulting from geopolitical factors and sanctions. This may also impact other international companies considering their operations in the country, taking into account risks and potential losses.