In due time MoneyGram separated from the Western Union and became an independent brand. Around the world, MoneyGram is working with leading financial institutions. Bank services of MoneyGram on money transfer are available only to individuals. Using the MoneyGram system, you can easily send money to your relatives and friends in other countries. 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. 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.