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CITIGROUP INC 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Feb 16, 2018)

Filed February 16, 2018For Securities:CC-PNC-PR

Summary

This 8-K filing from Citigroup Inc. (Citi) on February 16, 2018, announces incentive compensation awards for 2017 performance, including for CEO Michael Corbat. While Citi reported a significant net loss of $6.2 billion for 2017, this was largely due to a substantial non-cash charge of approximately $22 billion related to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017. Excluding this tax impact, Citi's net income increased to $15.8 billion, up from the previous year. The Personnel and Compensation Committee cited strong operating performance as a key factor in approving these awards. The filing details that CEO Michael Corbat's total annual compensation for 2017 was set at $23 million, a notable increase from 2016. This compensation package includes his base salary and a significant incentive award comprising cash, deferred stock, and performance share units. The committee's decision was influenced by progress towards financial goals set at Citi's Investor Day, improved operating metrics, strong capital and liquidity positions, successful capital return to shareholders, and positive feedback on resolution plans. Mr. Corbat's leadership in strategic direction, risk management, and other critical areas was also a consideration.

Key Highlights

  • 1Citigroup Inc. announced 2017 incentive compensation awards for senior executives, including CEO Michael Corbat.
  • 2The reported 2017 net loss of $6.2 billion was significantly impacted by an estimated $22 billion non-cash charge from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017.
  • 3Excluding the tax reform impact, Citigroup's 2017 net income was $15.8 billion, an increase from 2016.
  • 4CEO Michael Corbat's total annual compensation for 2017 was set at $23 million, a 48% increase from 2016.
  • 5The CEO's 2017 incentive award is composed of cash, deferred stock (vesting over 4 years), and performance share units (based on 3-year performance metrics).
  • 6The compensation committee noted strong operating performance, including adjusted EPS growth of 13%, improved efficiency ratio, and significant capital returned to shareholders (over $17 billion in 2017).
  • 7Citigroup received positive regulatory feedback on its capital plan (CCAR non-objection) and resolution plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Citigroup reported a net loss of $6.2 billion for full year 2017 primarily due to a significant non-cash charge of approximately $22 billion resulting from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017. Excluding this one-time tax impact, the company's net income was $15.8 billion, showing an increase compared to 2016.

CEO Michael Corbat's total annual compensation for 2017 was $23 million. This comprised a base salary of $1.5 million and an incentive award of $21.5 million. The incentive award was split among cash ($6.45 million), deferred stock ($7.525 million, vesting over four years), and performance share units ($7.525 million, tied to return on tangible common equity and earnings per share over three years).

The Personnel and Compensation Committee considered several factors, including strong operating performance (like a 13% increase in adjusted EPS and an improved efficiency ratio), progress towards financial goals set at Investor Day, successful capital returns to shareholders exceeding $17 billion, positive regulatory feedback on capital and resolution plans, and Mr. Corbat's leadership in key areas such as strategy and risk management. Peer group compensation levels and Citigroup's improved total shareholder return were also considered.

Additional information regarding Citigroup's incentive compensation programs, including the material elements of compensation awarded to Mr. Corbat and other named executive officers for 2017, will be included in Citigroup's 2018 Proxy Statement, which was expected to be filed in March 2018.