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We’re proud to support Ditch the Label, who conduct extensive research directly with young people to understand the issues that affect them and how we can overcome them together.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Where can I find out more information about the campaign and associated marketing events?

Under the events section on the e for education website, from your sales representative or global eCommerce coverage teams:

FX: eteam@citi.com

Equities:
Americas: eesales@citi.com, EMEA: exservices@citi.com, APAC: eesales.asia@citi.com

Rates: g10.rates.ecommerce@citi.com

Commodities: ecommodities@citi.com

Does CitiFX electronic pricing become wider to account for donations?

No, all donations are made by CitiFX. The e for education campaign will NOT impact pricing on any eChannel to which Citi provides liquidity. We continue to strive to have the most competitive pricing in the Foreign Exchange business.

Which FX eCommerce platforms are included in the e for education campaign?

Both proprietary and non-proprietary channels are included in this year’s initiative. Please note only Algo, Fixings and Options flow executed electronically on non-proprietary channels will generate a donation.

Which products & asset classes will generate donations to the campaign?
  • Foreign Exchange
  • Equities
  • Rates
  • Commodities
Which Equities e-Commerce platforms are included in the e for education initiative?

Both proprietary and non-proprietary global platforms and channels are included in this year’s initiative including Citi Match, Algorithmic Trading, CFOX, Citi Velocity, FIX order routing and ISVs.

Will Equities charge higher commissions to account for donations?

No, all donations are made by Citi EQ. The e for education campaign will not impact your pricing on any electronic channel.

Will any Cash EE or Options product that I trade with Citi EE count as volume towards this initiative?

Yes, provided they are traded electronically.

Can I trade with Citi, but not participate in the e for education campaign?

To find out if your FX trades generate donations, please speak to your sales representative.

Can I choose which non-profit organization to support?

No. The non-profit organisations have been carefully selected by Citi. The goal of the campaign is to work with charities that are aiming to improve literacy and gender equality in education in developing communities and investing in education of youth through infrastructure and human capital as well as scholarships and resources

Who are the 13 participating non-profits and in which regions do they operate?
Organization Giving Region
Asian University for Women Asia South
Children of Fallen Patriots North America
Civic Builders North America
Ditch the Label UK, Europe, MEA, North America, Australia
EMpower Africa / Asia / Europe / Latin America
Malala Fund Asia, Latin America, Middle East and Africa
Pencils of Promise Asia, Africa and Latin America
Place2Be United Kingdom
Reach the World North America
Room to Read Asia / Africa
Teach First United Kingdom
Teach for All Global
Uncommon Schools North America
How long is the e for education campaign running for?

An eight week period, commencing on the 3rd September until 31st October 2024

Will all my FX trades count equally in terms of donation contribution?

No, certain FX products attract boosters which increase the amount contributed.

Will Citi share any information with third parties?

No. Donations are made by Citi and held in an anonymized and aggregated form. Citi does not disclose your transaction volumes, investment data or personal data publicly to our non-profit partners or other investors.