Citi is set to expand its operations in China by establishing a new investment banking division, aiming for completion by the end of the year.
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This move signals a significant growth in Citi’s Chinese market presence, building upon its existing services in corporate lending and banking.
The expansion follows the conditional approval of a brokerage license, allowing Citi to start recruiting for the new venture.
While Citi is advancing its footprint in China, other U.S. financial giants