What major event prompted Citibank to open its first foreign branch?
World War I
Great Depression
World War II
Gold Rush
Answer
The California Gold Rush in 1848 prompted Citibank to open its first foreign branch in San Francisco to capitalize on the influx of gold seekers. This expansion marked the beginning of Citibank's international presence.
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