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CITIGROUP INC 8-K Report, Financial Results (Feb 28, 2014)

Filed February 28, 2014For Securities:CC-PNC-PR

Summary

Citigroup Inc. (Citi) filed an 8-K on February 28, 2014, to announce a downward adjustment to its previously reported fourth quarter and full-year 2013 financial results. This filing indicates that the company has identified discrepancies requiring restatement of its earlier reported figures. While the specific details of the adjustments are to be found in the accompanying press release (Exhibit 99.01), this announcement suggests potential accounting issues or reclassifications that investors should scrutinize. The primary takeaway for investors is the need for caution and a thorough review of the revised financial statements once they become fully available. The restatement implies that the reported performance for the period ending December 31, 2013, was not accurate as initially presented. Investors should pay close attention to the reasons behind the adjustment, the magnitude of the changes, and any potential impact on future earnings and financial health.

Key Highlights

  • 1Citigroup Inc. announced a downward adjustment to its previously reported Q4 and Full Year 2013 financial results.
  • 2The company is restating its financial results due to identified discrepancies.
  • 3The press release detailing these adjustments is filed as Exhibit 99.01 to this 8-K.
  • 4The event date reported is February 27, 2014, with the filing date being February 28, 2014.
  • 5This 8-K filing serves to officially notify the SEC and the public of the financial restatement.
  • 6Investors need to refer to the press release for specifics on the adjustments and their impact.

Frequently Asked Questions

Citigroup is restating its 2013 financial results because it identified discrepancies that require adjustments to the previously reported figures for the fourth quarter and the full year.

The details of the adjustments are expected to be found in the press release issued by Citigroup Inc. on February 28, 2014, which is filed as Exhibit 99.01 to this Form 8-K.

This restatement means that the financial performance reported by Citigroup for the period ending December 31, 2013, was not entirely accurate as initially presented. Investors should carefully review the revised financial statements and understand the reasons and magnitude of the adjustments to assess the true financial condition and performance of the company.

The original results for the fourth quarter and full year 2013 were reported on January 16, 2014.