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These excerpts taken from the C 10-K filed Feb 27, 2009.
Accumulated Benefit Obligation (ABO)The actuarial present value of benefits (vested and unvested) attributed to employee services rendered up to the calculation date. Adjusted Average AssetsEach years fourth quarter adjusted average of total GAAP assets (net of allowance for loan losses) less goodwill; certain other intangible assets; certain credit-enhancing interest-only strips; investments in subsidiaries or associated companies that the Federal Reserve determines should be deducted from Tier 1 Capital; deferred tax assets that are dependent upon future taxable income; and certain equity investments that are subject to a deduction from Tier 1 Capital. APB 23 BenefitIn accordance with paragraph 31(a) of SFAS No. 109, Accounting for Income Taxes (SFAS 109), a deferred tax liability is not recognized for the excess of the amount for financial reporting over the tax basis of an investment in a foreign subsidiary unless it becomes apparent that the temporary difference will reverse in the foreseeable future. Assets Under Management (AUMs)Assets held by Citigroup in a fiduciary capacity for clients. These assets are not included on Citigroups balance sheet. Basel II A new set of risk-based regulatory capital standards for internationally active banking organizations, published June 26, 2004 (subsequently amended in November 2005) by the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision, which consists of central banks and bank supervisors from 13 countries and is organized under the auspices of the Bank for International Settlements (BIS). Cash-Basis FormulaA formula, within a defined benefit plan, that defines the ultimate benefit as a hypothetical account balance based on annual benefit credits and interest earnings. Cash-Basis LoansLoans in which the borrower has fallen behind in interest payments are considered impaired and are classified as non-performing or non-accrual assets. In situations where the lender reasonably expects that only a portion of the principal and interest owed ultimately will be collected, all payments are credited directly to the outstanding principal. Collateralized Debt Obligations (CDOs)security issued by a trust, which is backed by a pool of bonds, loans, or other assets, including residential or commercial mortgage-backed securities and other asset-backed securities. Credit Default SwapAn agreement between two parties whereby one party pays the other a fixed coupon over a specified term. The other party makes no payment unless a specified credit event such as a default occurs, at which time a payment is made and the swap terminates. Deferred Tax AssetAn asset attributable to deductible temporary differences and carryforwards. A deferred tax asset is measured using the applicable enacted tax rate and provisions of the enacted tax law.
Deferred Tax LiabilityA liability attributable to taxable temporary differences. A deferred tax liability is measured using the applicable enacted tax rate and provisions of the enacted tax law. Defined Benefit PlanA retirement plan under which the benefits paid are based on a specific formula. The formula is usually a function of age, service and compensation. A non-contributory plan does not require employee contributions. Defined Contribution PlanA retirement plan that provides an individual account for each participant and specifies how contributions to that account are to be determined, instead of specifying the amount of benefits the participant will receive. The benefits a participant will receive depend solely on the amount contributed to the participants account, the return on investments of those contributions, and forfeitures of other participants benefits that may be allocated to such participants account. DerivativeA contract or agreement whose value is derived from changes in interest rates, foreign exchange rates, prices of securities or commodities, or financial or commodity indices. Federal FundsNon-interest-bearing deposits held by member banks at the Federal Reserve Bank. Foregone InterestInterest on cash-basis loans that would have been earned at the original contractual rate if the loans were on accrual status. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)Accounting rules and conventions defining acceptable practices in preparing financial statements in the United States of America. The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), an independent, self-regulatory organization, is the primary source of accounting rules. Interest-Only (or IO) StripA residual interest in securitization trusts representing the remaining value of expected net cash flows to the Company after payments to third-party investors and net credit losses. Leverage RatioThe Leverage Ratio is calculated by dividing Tier 1 Capital by leverage assets. Leverage assets are defined as each years fourth quarter adjusted average of total assets, net of goodwill, intangibles and certain other items as required by the Federal Reserve. Managed Average YieldGross managed interest revenue earned, divided by average managed loans. Managed BasisManaged basis presentation includes results from both on-balance-sheet loans and off-balance-sheet loans, and excludes the impact of card securitization activity. Managed basis disclosures assume that securitized loans have not been sold and present the result of the securitized loans in the same manner as the Companys owned loans. Managed LoansIncludes loans classified as Loans on the balance sheet plus loans held-for-sale that are included in other assets plus securitized receivables. These are primarily credit card receivables.
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Managed Net Credit LossesNet credit losses adjusted for the effect of credit card securitizations. See Managed Loans. Market-Related Value of Plan AssetsA balance used to calculate the expected return on pension-plan assets. Market-related value can be either fair value or a calculated value that recognizes changes in fair value in a systematic and rational manner over not more than five years. Minority InterestWhen a parent owns a majority (but less than 100%) of a subsidiarys stock, the Consolidated Financial Statements must reflect the minoritys interest in the subsidiary. The minority interest as shown in the Consolidated Statement of Income is equal to the minoritys proportionate share of the subsidiarys net income and, as included in Other Liabilities on the Consolidated Balance Sheet, is equal to the minoritys proportionate share of the subsidiarys net assets. Mortgage Servicing Rights (MSRs)An intangible asset representing servicing rights retained in the securitization of mortgage loans. Net Credit LossesGross credit losses (write-offs) less gross credit recoveries. Net Credit Loss RatioAnnualized net credit losses divided by average loans outstanding. Net Credit MarginRevenues less net credit losses. Net Excess Spread RevenueNet cash flows from our credit card securitization activities that are returned to the Company, less the amortization of previously recorded revenue (i.e., residual interest) related to prior periods securitizations. The net cash flows include collections of interest income and fee revenue in excess of the interest paid to securitization trust investors, reduced by net credit losses, servicing fees, and other costs related to the securitized receivables. Net Interest Revenue (NIR)Interest revenue less interest expense. Net Interest MarginInterest revenue less interest expense divided by average interest-earning assets. Non-Qualified PlanA retirement plan that is not subject to certain Internal Revenue Code requirements and subsequent regulations. Contributions to non-qualified plans do not receive tax-favored treatment; the employers tax deduction is taken when the benefits are paid to participants. Notional AmountThe principal balance of a derivative contract used as a reference to calculate the amount of interest or other payments. On-Balance-Sheet LoansLoans originated or purchased by the Company that reside on the balance sheet at the date of the balance sheet. Other Real Estate Owned (OREO)The carrying value of all property acquired by foreclosure or other legal proceedings when the Company has taken possession of the collateral.
Projected Benefit Obligation (PBO)The actuarial present value of all pension benefits accrued for employee service rendered prior to the calculation date, including an allowance for future salary increases if the pension benefit is based on future compensation levels. Purchase SalesCustomers credit card purchase sales plus cash advances. Qualified PlanA retirement plan that satisfies certain requirements of the Internal Revenue Code and provides benefits on a tax-deferred basis. Contributions to qualified plans are tax deductible. Qualifying SPE (QSPE)A Special Purpose Entity that is very limited in its activities and in the types of assets it can hold. It is a passive entity and may not engage in active decision making. QSPE status allows the seller to remove assets transferred to the QSPE from its books, achieving sale accounting. QSPEs are not consolidated by the seller or the investors in the QSPE. Return on AssetsAnnualized income divided by average assets. Return on Common EquityAnnualized income less preferred stock dividends, divided by average common equity. Securities Purchased Under Agreements to Resell (Reverse Repo Agreements)An agreement between a seller and a buyer, generally of government or agency securities, whereby the buyer agrees to purchase the securities and the seller agrees to repurchase them at an agreed-upon price at a future date. Securities Sold Under Agreements to Repurchase (Repurchase Agreements)An agreement between a seller and a buyer, generally of government or agency securities, whereby the seller agrees to repurchase the securities at an agreed-upon price at a future date. SecuritizationsA process by which a legal entity issues to investors certain securities which pay a return based on the principal and interest cash flows from a pool of loans or other financial assets. Significant Unconsolidated VIEAn entity where the Company has any variable interest, including those where the likelihood of loss, or the notional amount of exposure, is small. Variable interests are ownership interests, debt securities, contractual arrangements or other pecuniary interests in an entity that absorbs the VIEs expected losses and/or returns. Special Purpose Entity (SPE)An entity in the form of a trust or other legal vehicle, designed to fulfill a specific limited need of the company that organized it (such as a transfer of risk or desired tax treatment). Standby Letter of CreditAn obligation issued by a bank on behalf of a bank customer to a third party where the bank promises to pay the third party, contingent upon the failure by the banks customer to perform under the terms of the underlying contract with the beneficiary, or it obligates the bank to guarantee or stand as a surety for the benefit of the third party to the extent permitted by law or regulation.
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TARPTroubled Asset Relief Program established by the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008, under which broad authority was conferred upon the U.S. Department of the Treasury to undertake various programs and initiatives to aid in the restoration of stability and liquidity to U.S. financial markets and strengthen U.S. financial institutions. Among the mechanisms employed under the Troubled Asset Relief Program to enhance the capital of U.S. financial institutions are the Capital Purchase Program and the Targeted Investment Program. Tier 1 and Tier 2 CapitalTier 1 Capital includes common stockholders equity (excluding certain components of accumulated other comprehensive income), qualifying perpetual preferred stock, qualifying mandatorily redeemable securities of subsidiary trusts, and minority interests that are held by others, less certain intangible assets. Tier 2 Capital includes, among other items, perpetual preferred stock to the extent that it does not qualify for Tier 1, qualifying senior and subordinated debt, limited-life preferred stock, and the allowance for credit losses, subject to certain limitations. Unearned CompensationThe unamortized portion of a grant to employees of restricted or deferred stock measured at the market value on the date of grant. Unearned compensation is displayed as a reduction of stockholders equity in the Consolidated Balance Sheet.
Unfunded CommitmentsLegally binding agreements to provide financing at a future date. Variable Interest Entity (VIE)An entity that does not have enough equity to finance its activities without additional subordinated financial support from third parties. VIEs may include entities with equity investors that cannot make significant decisions about the entitys operations. A VIE must be consolidated by its primary beneficiary, if any, which is the party that has the majority of the expected losses or residual returns of the VIE or both.
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Accumulated Benefit Obligation (ABO)The actuarial present value of benefits (vested and unvested) attributed to employee services rendered up to the calculation date. Adjusted Average AssetsEach years fourth quarter adjusted average of total GAAP assets (net of allowance for loan losses) less goodwill; certain other intangible assets; certain credit-enhancing interest-only strips; investments in subsidiaries or associated companies that the Federal Reserve determines should be deducted from Tier 1 Capital; deferred tax assets that are dependent upon future taxable income; and certain equity investments that are subject to a deduction from Tier 1 Capital. APB 23 BenefitIn accordance with paragraph 31(a) of SFAS No. 109, Accounting for Income Taxes (SFAS 109), a deferred tax liability is not recognized for the excess of the amount for financial reporting over the tax basis of an investment in a foreign subsidiary unless it becomes apparent that the temporary difference will reverse in the foreseeable future. Assets Under Management (AUMs)Assets held by Citigroup in a fiduciary capacity for clients. These assets are not included on Citigroups balance sheet. Basel II A new set of risk-based regulatory capital standards for internationally active banking organizations, published June 26, 2004 (subsequently amended in November 2005) by the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision, which consists of central banks and bank supervisors from 13 countries and is organized under the auspices of the Bank for International Settlements (BIS). Cash-Basis FormulaA formula, within a defined benefit plan, that defines the ultimate benefit as a hypothetical account balance based on annual benefit credits and interest earnings. Cash-Basis LoansLoans in which the borrower has fallen behind in interest payments are considered impaired and are classified as non-performing or non-accrual assets. In situations where the lender reasonably expects that only a portion of the principal and interest owed ultimately will be collected, all payments are credited directly to the outstanding principal. Collateralized Debt Obligations (CDOs)security issued by a trust, which is backed by a pool of bonds, loans, or other assets, including residential or commercial mortgage-backed securities and other asset-backed securities. Credit Default SwapAn agreement between two parties whereby one party pays the other a fixed coupon over a specified term. The other party makes no payment unless a specified credit event such as a default occurs, at which time a payment is made and the swap terminates. Deferred Tax AssetAn asset attributable to deductible temporary differences and carryforwards. A deferred tax asset is measured using the applicable enacted tax rate and provisions of the enacted tax law.
Deferred Tax LiabilityA liability attributable to taxable temporary differences. A deferred tax liability is measured using the applicable enacted tax rate and provisions of the enacted tax law. Defined Benefit PlanA retirement plan under which the benefits paid are based on a specific formula. The formula is usually a function of age, service and compensation. A non-contributory plan does not require employee contributions. Defined Contribution PlanA retirement plan that provides an individual account for each participant and specifies how contributions to that account are to be determined, instead of specifying the amount of benefits the participant will receive. The benefits a participant will receive depend solely on the amount contributed to the participants account, the return on investments of those contributions, and forfeitures of other participants benefits that may be allocated to such participants account. DerivativeA contract or agreement whose value is derived from changes in interest rates, foreign exchange rates, prices of securities or commodities, or financial or commodity indices. Federal FundsNon-interest-bearing deposits held by member banks at the Federal Reserve Bank. Foregone InterestInterest on cash-basis loans that would have been earned at the original contractual rate if the loans were on accrual status. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)Accounting rules and conventions defining acceptable practices in preparing financial statements in the United States of America. The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), an independent, self-regulatory organization, is the primary source of accounting rules. Interest-Only (or IO) StripA residual interest in securitization trusts representing the remaining value of expected net cash flows to the Company after payments to third-party investors and net credit losses. Leverage RatioThe Leverage Ratio is calculated by dividing Tier 1 Capital by leverage assets. Leverage assets are defined as each years fourth quarter adjusted average of total assets, net of goodwill, intangibles and certain other items as required by the Federal Reserve. Managed Average YieldGross managed interest revenue earned, divided by average managed loans. Managed BasisManaged basis presentation includes results from both on-balance-sheet loans and off-balance-sheet loans, and excludes the impact of card securitization activity. Managed basis disclosures assume that securitized loans have not been sold and present the result of the securitized loans in the same manner as the Companys owned loans. Managed LoansIncludes loans classified as Loans on the balance sheet plus loans held-for-sale that are included in other assets plus securitized receivables. These are primarily credit card receivables.
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Managed Net Credit LossesNet credit losses adjusted for the effect of credit card securitizations. See Managed Loans. Market-Related Value of Plan AssetsA balance used to calculate the expected return on pension-plan assets. Market-related value can be either fair value or a calculated value that recognizes changes in fair value in a systematic and rational manner over not more than five years. Minority InterestWhen a parent owns a majority (but less than 100%) of a subsidiarys stock, the Consolidated Financial Statements must reflect the minoritys interest in the subsidiary. The minority interest as shown in the Consolidated Statement of Income is equal to the minoritys proportionate share of the subsidiarys net income and, as included in Other Liabilities on the Consolidated Balance Sheet, is equal to the minoritys proportionate share of the subsidiarys net assets. Mortgage Servicing Rights (MSRs)An intangible asset representing servicing rights retained in the securitization of mortgage loans. Net Credit LossesGross credit losses (write-offs) less gross credit recoveries. Net Credit Loss RatioAnnualized net credit losses divided by average loans outstanding. Net Credit MarginRevenues less net credit losses. Net Excess Spread RevenueNet cash flows from our credit card securitization activities that are returned to the Company, less the amortization of previously recorded revenue (i.e., residual interest) related to prior periods securitizations. The net cash flows include collections of interest income and fee revenue in excess of the interest paid to securitization trust investors, reduced by net credit losses, servicing fees, and other costs related to the securitized receivables. Net Interest Revenue (NIR)Interest revenue less interest expense. Net Interest MarginInterest revenue less interest expense divided by average interest-earning assets. Non-Qualified PlanA retirement plan that is not subject to certain Internal Revenue Code requirements and subsequent regulations. Contributions to non-qualified plans do not receive tax-favored treatment; the employers tax deduction is taken when the benefits are paid to participants. Notional AmountThe principal balance of a derivative contract used as a reference to calculate the amount of interest or other payments. On-Balance-Sheet LoansLoans originated or purchased by the Company that reside on the balance sheet at the date of the balance sheet. Other Real Estate Owned (OREO)The carrying value of all property acquired by foreclosure or other legal proceedings when the Company has taken possession of the collateral.
Projected Benefit Obligation (PBO)The actuarial present value of all pension benefits accrued for employee service rendered prior to the calculation date, including an allowance for future salary increases if the pension benefit is based on future compensation levels. Purchase SalesCustomers credit card purchase sales plus cash advances. Qualified PlanA retirement plan that satisfies certain requirements of the Internal Revenue Code and provides benefits on a tax-deferred basis. Contributions to qualified plans are tax deductible. Qualifying SPE (QSPE)A Special Purpose Entity that is very limited in its activities and in the types of assets it can hold. It is a passive entity and may not engage in active decision making. QSPE status allows the seller to remove assets transferred to the QSPE from its books, achieving sale accounting. QSPEs are not consolidated by the seller or the investors in the QSPE. Return on AssetsAnnualized income divided by average assets. Return on Common EquityAnnualized income less preferred stock dividends, divided by average common equity. Securities Purchased Under Agreements to Resell (Reverse Repo Agreements)An agreement between a seller and a buyer, generally of government or agency securities, whereby the buyer agrees to purchase the securities and the seller agrees to repurchase them at an agreed-upon price at a future date. Securities Sold Under Agreements to Repurchase (Repurchase Agreements)An agreement between a seller and a buyer, generally of government or agency securities, whereby the seller agrees to repurchase the securities at an agreed-upon price at a future date. SecuritizationsA process by which a legal entity issues to investors certain securities which pay a return based on the principal and interest cash flows from a pool of loans or other financial assets. Significant Unconsolidated VIEAn entity where the Company has any variable interest, including those where the likelihood of loss, or the notional amount of exposure, is small. Variable interests are ownership interests, debt securities, contractual arrangements or other pecuniary interests in an entity that absorbs the VIEs expected losses and/or returns. Special Purpose Entity (SPE)An entity in the form of a trust or other legal vehicle, designed to fulfill a specific limited need of the company that organized it (such as a transfer of risk or desired tax treatment). Standby Letter of CreditAn obligation issued by a bank on behalf of a bank customer to a third party where the bank promises to pay the third party, contingent upon the failure by the banks customer to perform under the terms of the underlying contract with the beneficiary, or it obligates the bank to guarantee or stand as a surety for the benefit of the third party to the extent permitted by law or regulation.
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TARPTroubled Asset Relief Program established by the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008, under which broad authority was conferred upon the U.S. Department of the Treasury to undertake various programs and initiatives to aid in the restoration of stability and liquidity to U.S. financial markets and strengthen U.S. financial institutions. Among the mechanisms employed under the Troubled Asset Relief Program to enhance the capital of U.S. financial institutions are the Capital Purchase Program and the Targeted Investment Program. Tier 1 and Tier 2 CapitalTier 1 Capital includes common stockholders equity (excluding certain components of accumulated other comprehensive income), qualifying perpetual preferred stock, qualifying mandatorily redeemable securities of subsidiary trusts, and minority interests that are held by others, less certain intangible assets. Tier 2 Capital includes, among other items, perpetual preferred stock to the extent that it does not qualify for Tier 1, qualifying senior and subordinated debt, limited-life preferred stock, and the allowance for credit losses, subject to certain limitations. Unearned CompensationThe unamortized portion of a grant to employees of restricted or deferred stock measured at the market value on the date of grant. Unearned compensation is displayed as a reduction of stockholders equity in the Consolidated Balance Sheet.
Unfunded CommitmentsLegally binding agreements to provide financing at a future date. Variable Interest Entity (VIE)An entity that does not have enough equity to finance its activities without additional subordinated financial support from third parties. VIEs may include entities with equity investors that cannot make significant decisions about the entitys operations. A VIE must be consolidated by its primary beneficiary, if any, which is the party that has the majority of the expected losses or residual returns of the VIE or both.
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Adjusted Average AssetsAverage total GAAP assets (net of allowance for loan losses) less goodwill; certain other intangible assets; certain credit-enhancing interest-only strips; investments in subsidiaries or associated companies that the Federal Reserve determines should be deducted from Tier 1 Capital; deferred tax assets that are dependent upon future taxable income; and certain equity investments that are subject to a deduction from Tier 1 Capital. Accumulated Benefit Obligation (ABO)The actuarial present value of benefits (vested and unvested) attributed to employee services rendered up to the calculation date. APB 23 BenefitIn accordance with paragraph 31(a) of SFAS No. 109, Accounting for Income Taxes (SFAS 109), a deferred tax liability is not recognized for the excess of the amount for financial reporting over the tax basis of an investment in a foreign subsidiary unless it becomes apparent that the temporary difference will reverse in the foreseeable future. Assets Under Management (AUMs)Assets held by Citigroup in a fiduciary capacity for clients. These assets are not included on Citigroups balance sheet. Basel IIA new set of risk-based regulatory capital standards for internationally active banking organizations, published June 26, 2004 (subsequently amended in November 2005) by the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision, which consists of central banks and bank supervisors from 13 countries and is organized under the auspices of the Bank for International Settlements (BIS). Cash-Basis FormulaA formula, within a defined benefit plan, that defines the ultimate benefit as a hypothetical account balance based on annual benefit credits and interest earnings. Cash-Basis LoansLoans in which the borrower has fallen behind in interest payments are considered impaired and are classified as non-performing or non-accrual assets. In situations where the lender reasonably expects that only a portion of the principal and interest owed ultimately will be collected, all payments are credited directly to the outstanding principal. Collateralized Debt Obligations (CDOs)An investment-grade security issued by a trust, which is backed by a pool of bonds, loans, or other assets, including residential or commercial mortgage-backed securities and other asset-backed securities. Credit Default SwapAn agreement between two parties whereby one party pays the other a fixed coupon over a specified term. The other party makes no payment unless a specified credit event such as a default occurs, at which time a payment is made and the swap terminates. Deferred Tax AssetAn asset attributable to deductible temporary differences and carryforwards. A deferred tax asset is measured using the applicable enacted tax rate and provisions of the enacted tax law. Deferred Tax LiabilityA liability attributable to taxable temporary differences. A deferred tax liability is measured using the applicable enacted tax rate and provisions of the enacted tax law. Defined Contribution PlanA retirement plan that provides an individual account for each participant and specifies how contributions to that account are to be determined, instead of specifying the amount of benefits the participant will receive. The benefits a participant will receive depend solely on the amount contributed to the participants account, the return on investments of those contributions, and forfeitures of other participants benefits that may be allocated to such participants account. Defined Benefit PlanA retirement plan under which the benefits paid are based on a specific formula. The formula is usually a function of age, service and compensation. A non-contributory plan does not require employee contributions. DerivativeA contract or agreement whose value is derived from changes in interest rates, foreign exchange rates, prices of securities or commodities, or financial or commodity indices. Federal FundsNon-interest-bearing deposits held by member banks at the Federal Reserve Bank. Foregone InterestInterest on cash-basis loans that would have been earned at the original contractual rate if the loans were on accrual status. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)Accounting rules and conventions defining acceptable practices in preparing financial statements in the United States of America. The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), an independent, self-regulatory organization, is the primary source of accounting rules. Interest-Only (or IO) StripA residual interest in securitization trusts representing the remaining value of expected net cash flows to the Company after payments to third-party investors and net credit losses. Leverage RatioThe Leverage Ratio is calculated by dividing Tier 1 Capital by leverage assets. Leverage assets are defined as quarterly average total assets, net of goodwill, intangibles and certain other items as required by the Federal Reserve. Managed Average YieldGross managed interest revenue earned, divided by average managed loans. Managed BasisManaged basis presentation includes results from both on-balance-sheet loans and off-balance-sheet loans, and excludes the impact of card securitization activity. Managed basis disclosures assume that securitized loans have not been sold and present the result of the securitized loans in the same manner as the Companys owned loans. Managed LoansIncludes loans classified as Loans on the balance sheet plus loans held-for-sale that are included in other assets plus securitized receivables. These are primarily credit card receivables. Managed Net Credit LossesNet credit losses adjusted for the effect of credit card securitizations. See Managed Loans. Market-Related Value of Plan AssetsA balance used to calculate the expected return on pension-plan assets. Market-related value can be either fair value or a calculated value that recognizes changes in fair value in a systematic and rational manner over not more than five years. Minority InterestWhen a parent owns a majority (but less than 100%) of a subsidiarys stock, the Consolidated Financial Statements must reflect the minoritys interest in the subsidiary. The minority interest as shown in the Consolidated Statement of Income is equal to the minoritys proportionate share of the subsidiarys net income and, as included in Other Liabilities on the Consolidated Balance Sheet, is equal to the minoritys proportionate share of the subsidiarys net assets.
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Mortgage Servicing Rights (MSRs)An intangible asset representing servicing rights retained in the securitization of mortgage loans. Net Credit LossesGross credit losses (write-offs) less gross credit recoveries. Net Credit Loss RatioAnnualized net credit losses divided by average loans outstanding. Net Credit MarginRevenues less net credit losses. Net Excess Spread RevenueNet cash flows from our credit card securitization activities that are returned to the Company, less the amortization of previously recorded revenue (i.e., residual interest) related to prior periods securitizations. The net cash flows include collections of interest income and fee revenue in excess of the interest paid to securitization trust investors, reduced by net credit losses, servicing fees, and other costs related to the securitized receivables. Net Interest Revenue (NIR)Interest revenue less interest expense. Net Interest MarginInterest revenue less interest expense divided by average interest-earning assets. Non-Qualified PlanA retirement plan that is not subject to certain Internal Revenue Code requirements and subsequent regulations. Contributions to non-qualified plans do not receive tax-favored treatment; the employers tax deduction is taken when the benefits are paid to participants. Notional AmountThe principal balance of a derivative contract used as a reference to calculate the amount of interest or other payments. On-balance-sheet LoansLoans originated or purchased by the Company that reside on the balance sheet at the date of the balance sheet. Projected Benefit Obligation (PBO)The actuarial present value of all pension benefits accrued for employee service rendered prior to the calculation date, including an allowance for future salary increases if the pension benefit is based on future compensation levels. Purchase SalesCustomers credit card purchase sales plus cash advances. Qualified PlanA retirement plan that satisfies certain requirements of the Internal Revenue Code and provides benefits on a tax-deferred basis. Contributions to qualified plans are tax deductible. Qualifying SPE (QSPE)A Special Purpose Entity that is very limited in its activities and in the types of assets it can hold. It is a passive entity and may not engage in active decision making. QSPE status allows the seller to remove assets transferred to the QSPE from its books, achieving sale accounting. QSPEs are not consolidated by the seller or the investors in the QSPE. Return on AssetsAnnualized income divided by average assets. Return on Common EquityAnnualized income less preferred stock dividends, divided by average common equity.
Securities Purchased Under Agreements to Resell (Reverse Repo Agreements)An agreement between a seller and a buyer, generally of government or agency securities, whereby the buyer agrees to purchase the securities and the seller agrees to repurchase them at an agreed-upon price at a future date. Securities Sold Under Agreements to Repurchase (Repurchase Agreements)An agreement between a seller and a buyer, generally of government or agency securities, whereby the seller agrees to repurchase the securities at an agreed-upon price at a future date. Significant Unconsolidated VIEAn entity where the Company has any variable interest, including those where the likelihood of loss, or the notional amount of exposure, is small. Variable interests are ownership interests, debt securities, contractual arrangements or other pecuniary interests in an entity that absorbs the VIEs expected losses and/or returns. Special Purpose Entity (SPE)An entity in the form of a trust or other legal vehicle, designed to fulfill a specific limited need of the company that organized it (such as a transfer of risk or desired tax treatment). Standby Letter of CreditAn obligation issued by a bank on behalf of a bank customer to a third party where the bank promises to pay the third party, contingent upon the failure by the banks customer to perform under the terms of the underlying contract with the beneficiary, or it obligates the bank to guarantee or stand as a surety for the benefit of the third party to the extent permitted by law or regulation. SecuritizationsA process by which a legal entity issues to investors certain securities which pay a return based on the principal and interest cash flows from a pool of loans or other financial assets. Tier 1 and Tier 2 CapitalTier 1 Capital includes common stockholders equity (excluding certain components of accumulated other comprehensive income), qualifying perpetual preferred stock, qualifying mandatorily redeemable securities of subsidiary trusts, and minority interests that are held by others, less certain intangible assets. Tier 2 Capital includes, among other items, perpetual preferred stock to the extent that it does not qualify for Tier 1, qualifying senior and subordinated debt, limited-life preferred stock, and the allowance for credit losses, subject to certain limitations. Unearned CompensationThe unamortized portion of a grant to employees of restricted or deferred stock measured at the market value on the date of grant. Unearned compensation is displayed as a reduction of stockholders equity in the Consolidated Balance Sheet. Unfunded CommitmentsLegally binding agreements to provide financing at a future date. Variable Interest Entity (VIE)An entity that does not have enough equity to finance its activities without additional subordinated financial support from third parties. VIEs may include entities with equity investors that cannot make significant decisions about the entitys operations. A VIE must be consolidated by its primary beneficiary, if any, which is the party that has the majority of the expected losses or residual returns of the VIE or both.
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Accumulated Benefit Obligation (ABO)The actuarial present value of benefits (vested and unvested) attributed to employee services rendered up to the calculation date. Additional Minimum Liability (AML)Recognition of an additional minimum liability is required when the ABO exceeds pension plan assets and the liability for accrued pension cost already recognized is insufficient. Upon the adoption of SFAS 158 at December 31, 2006, AMLs are no longer required to be recognized. APB 23 BenefitIn accordance with paragraph 31a of SFAS 109, a deferred tax liability is not recognized for the excess of the amount for financial reporting over the tax basis of an investment in a foreign subsidiary unless it becomes apparent that the temporary difference will reverse in the foreseeable future. Assets Under Management (AUMs)Assets held by Citigroup in a fiduciary capacity for clients. These assets are not included on Citigroups balance sheet. Bank Deposit ProgramSmith Barneys Bank Deposit Program provides eligible clients with FDIC insurance on their cash deposits. Accounts enrolled in the program automatically have their cash balances invested, or swept, into interest-bearing, FDIC-insured deposit accounts at Citigroup-affiliated banks. Cash-Basis FormulaA formula, within a defined benefit plan, that defines the ultimate benefit as a hypothetical account balance based on annual benefit credits and interest earnings. Cash-Basis LoansLoans in which the borrower has fallen behind in interest payments are considered impaired and are classified as non-performing or non-accrual assets. In situations where the lender reasonably expects that only a portion of the principal and interest owed ultimately will be collected, all payments are credited directly to the outstanding principal. Collateralized Debt Obligations (CDOs)An investment-grade security backed by a pool of bonds, loans, or other assets. Credit Default SwapAn agreement between two parties whereby one party pays the other a fixed coupon over a specified term. The other party makes no payment unless a specified credit event such as a default occurs, at which time a payment is made and the swap terminates. Deferred Tax AssetAn asset attributable to deductible temporary differences and carryforwards. A deferred tax asset is measured using the applicable enacted tax rate and provisions of the enacted tax law. Deferred Tax LiabilityA liability attributable to taxable temporary differences. A deferred tax liability is measured using the applicable enacted tax rate and provisions of the enacted tax law. Defined Benefit PlanA retirement plan under which the benefits paid are based on a specific formula. The formula is usually a function of age, service and compensation. A non-contributory plan does not require employee contributions. DerivativeA contract or agreement whose value is derived from changes in interest rates, foreign exchange rates, prices of securities or commodities, or financial or commodity indices. Federal FundsNon-interest-bearing deposits held by member banks at the Federal Reserve Bank. Foregone InterestInterest on cash-basis loans that would have been earned at the original contractual rate if the loans were on accrual status. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)Accounting rules and conventions defining acceptable practices in preparing financial statements in the United States of America. The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), an independent, self-regulatory organization, is the primary source of accounting rules. Interest-Only (or IO) StripA residual interest in securitization trusts representing the remaining value of expected net cash flows to the Company after payments to third party investors and net credit losses. Leverage RatioThe Leverage Ratio is calculated by dividing Tier 1 Capital by leverage assets. Leverage assets are defined as quarterly average total assets, net of goodwill, intangibles and certain other items as required by the Federal Reserve. Managed Average YieldGross managed interest revenue earned, divided by average managed loans. Managed BasisManaged basis presentation includes results from both on-balance sheet loans and off-balance sheet loans, and excludes the impact of card securitization activity. Managed basis disclosures assume that securitized loans have not been sold and present the result of the securitized loans in the same manner as the Companys owned loans. Managed LoansIncludes loans classified as Loans on the balance sheet plus loans held-for-sale that are included in other assets plus securitized receivables. These are primarily credit card receivables. Managed Net Credit LossesNet credit losses adjusted for the effect of credit card securitizations. See Managed Loans. Market-Related Value of Plan AssetsA balance used to calculate the expected return on pension-plan assets. Market-related value can be either fair value or a calculated value that recognizes changes in fair value in a systematic and rational manner over not more than five years. Minority InterestWhen a parent owns a majority (but less than 100%) of a subsidiarys stock, the Consolidated Financial Statements must reflect the minoritys interest in the subsidiary. The minority interest as shown in the Consolidated Statement of Income is equal to the minoritys proportionate share of the subsidiarys net income and, as included within other liabilities on the Consolidated Balance Sheet, is equal to the minoritys proportionate share of the subsidiarys net assets. Mortgage Servicing Rights (MSRs)An intangible asset representing servicing rights retained in the securitization of mortgage loans. Net Credit LossesGross credit losses (write-offs) less gross credit recoveries. Net Credit Loss RatioAnnualized net credit losses divided by average loans outstanding. Net Credit MarginRevenues less net credit losses.
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Net Excess Spread RevenueNet cash flows from our credit card securitization activities that are returned to the Company, less the amortization of previously recorded revenue (i.e., residual interest) related to prior periods securitizations. The net cash flows include collections of interest income and fee revenue in excess of the interest paid to securitization trust investors, reduced by net credit losses, servicing fees, and other costs related to the securitized receivables. Net Interest Revenue (NIR)Interest revenue less interest expense. Net Interest MarginInterest revenue less interest expense divided by average interest-earning assets. Non-Qualified PlanA retirement plan that is not subject to certain Internal Revenue Code requirements and subsequent regulations. Contributions to non-qualified plans do not receive tax-favored treatment; the employers tax deduction is taken when the benefits are paid to participants. Notional AmountThe principal balance of a derivative contract used as a reference to calculate the amount of interest or other payments. On-Balance Sheet LoansLoans originated or purchased by the Company that reside on the balance sheet at the date of the balance sheet. Projected Benefit Obligation (PBO)The actuarial present value of all pension benefits accrued for employee service rendered prior to the calculation date, including an allowance for future salary increases if the pension benefit is based on future compensation levels. Purchase SalesCustomers credit card purchase sales plus cash advances. Qualified PlanA retirement plan that satisfies certain requirements of the Internal Revenue Code and provides benefits on a tax-deferred basis. Contributions to qualified plans are tax deductible. Qualifying SPE (QSPE)A Special Purpose Entity that is very limited in its activities and in the types of assets it can hold. It is a passive entity and may not engage in active decision making. QSPE status allows the seller to remove assets transferred to the QSPE from its books, achieving sale accounting. QSPEs are not consolidated by the seller or the investors in the QSPE. Return on AssetsAnnualized income divided by average assets. Return on Common EquityAnnualized income less preferred stock dividends, divided by average common equity. Return on Invested CapitalAnnualized net income, adjusted to exclude the effects of capital charges on goodwill and intangibles, divided by average invested capital, which consists of risk capital plus goodwill and intangibles. Return on Risk CapitalAnnualized net income, divided by average risk capital. Risk CapitalRisk capital is a management metric defined as the amount of capital required to absorb potential unexpected economic volatility.
Securities Purchased Under Agreements to Resell (Reverse Repo Agreements)An agreement between a seller and a buyer, generally of government or agency securities, whereby the buyer agrees to purchase the securities and the seller agrees to repurchase them at an agreed-upon price at a future date. Securities Sold Under Agreements to Repurchase (Repurchase Agreements)An agreement between a seller and a buyer, generally of government or agency securities, whereby the seller agrees to repurchase the securities at an agreed-upon price at a future date. Special Purpose Entity (SPE)An entity in the form of a trust or other legal vehicle, designed to fulfill a specific limited need of the company that organized it (such as a transfer of risk or desired tax treatment). Standby Letter of CreditAn obligation issued by a bank on behalf of a bank customer to a third party where the bank promises to pay the third party, contingent upon the failure by the banks customer to perform under the terms of the underlying contract with the beneficiary, or it obligates the bank to guarantee or stand as a surety for the benefit of the third party to the extent permitted by law or regulation. SecuritizationsA process by which a legal entity issues to investors certain securities which pay a return based on the principal and interest cash flows from a pool of loans or other financial assets. Tier 1 and Tier 2 CapitalTier 1 Capital includes common stockholders equity (excluding certain components of other comprehensive income), qualifying perpetual preferred stock, qualifying mandatorily redeemable securities of subsidiary trusts, and minority interests that are held by others, less certain intangible assets. Tier 2 Capital includes, among other items, perpetual preferred stock to the extent that it does not qualify for Tier 1, qualifying senior and subordinated debt, limited-life preferred stock, and the allowance for credit losses, subject to certain limitations. Unearned CompensationThe unamortized portion of a grant to employees of restricted or deferred stock measured at the market value on the date of grant. Unearned compensation is displayed as a reduction of stockholders equity in the Consolidated Balance Sheet. Unfunded CommitmentsLegally binding agreements to provide financing at a future date. Variable Interest Entity (VIE)An entity that does not have enough equity to finance its activities without additional subordinated financial support from third parties. VIEs may include entities with equity investors that cannot make significant decisions about the entitys operations. A VIE must be consolidated by its primary beneficiary, if any, which is the party that has the majority of the expected losses or residual returns of the VIE or both.
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