On March 7, 2011, MoneyGram entered into a Recapitalization Agreement with THL, as the holder of all of the B Stock, and Goldman Sachs, as the holder of all of the B-1 Stock. Money transfers via MoneyGram system can be used as by bank customers, and by people who do not have bank accounts. In due time MoneyGram separated from the Western Union and became an independent brand. In 2011, a global network of agents of MoneyGram has grown up to 256 000 service points, thus its growth is 24% compared to the same period of the previous year. MoneyGram International, Inc. - The U.S. financial company engaged in operations in the international financial markets since 1940. Keep in mind that if your locality there are several banks, working with MoneyGram and you will convert the currency received, before receiving check currency rates in several points - they can vary.