In due time MoneyGram separated from the Western Union and became an independent brand. How to send money via MoneyGram money transfer? To make up a money transfer you should go to the MoneyGram agents and fill the application form for transfer. The main clients of MoneyGram are students, travelers, immigrants, expatriates, however, recently representatives of businesses who appreciate the advantages of fast and reliable money transfer, joined them. Bank services of MoneyGram on money transfer are available only to individuals. Last year, MoneyGram business in the CIS and Eastern Europe took priority positions to increase the number of branches in comparison with other regions - were opened new four thousand branches. MoneyGram point-of-sale systems are continually upgraded to provide the latest new products and functionality. Commission income on remittances and other revenues of MoneyGram in the 2nd quarter 2012 increased by 10% compared to the same period last year and 13% in the base currency. MoneyGram financial results were driven by money transfer business, which delivered more than 40 percent growth in transaction volume.