Banamex USA

Banamex USA is a financial institution with roots dating back to its establishment on November 1, 1963, as the Community Bank of San Jose in San Jose, California. The bank underwent several name changes, including becoming the Community Bank of San Jose on June 18, 1973. Subsequently, it was renamed California Commerce Bank on June 1, 1980, following the acquisition of the Mexican American National Bank located in San Diego, California. The institution continued to evolve, relocating its main office to various locations, including an address on Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles in February 1981 and then to Century Park East in Century City, California, in September 1996. On January 3, 2006, the bank adopted the name Citibank (Banamex USA), reflecting its affiliation with Citigroup. It faced financial challenges during the 2008 financial crisis but maintained operations with government assistance. The institution officially changed its name to Banamex USA on December 15, 2009, solidifying its identity within the U.S. banking landscape while continuing to serve the Latino community and broader populations.

Below is a list of some important events in banks history, including mergers and acquisitions.

1963-11-01Institution established. Original name: Community Bank of San Jose.

1973-06-18Changed Institution Name to Community Bank of San Jose.

1973-09-12Main Office moved to 11 West St. John Street, San Jose, CA 95113.

1974-06-24Main Office moved to 111 West St. John Street, San Jose, CA 95113.

1980-06-01Changed Institution Name to California Commerce Bank.

1980-06-01Acquired Mexican American National Bank in San Diego, CA.

1981-02-17Main Office moved to 811 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90017.

1996-09-23Main Office moved to 2029 Century Park East, Suite 4200, Century City, CA 90067.

2006-01-03Changed Institution Name to Citibank (Banamex Usa).

2008-11-23Maintained operations with government open bank assistance.

2009-12-15Changed Institution Name to Banamex Usa.