- Western Union said that it would be working with the Canadian branch of the supermarket giant Walmart on an online money transfer service.
- The two organisations have long since been connected in North America, but have now confirmed that they will be extending their partnership.
- “Western Union and Walmart share an unwavering commitment to put our customers first, providing our service across both bricks and mortar and digital channels to help deliver an exceptional experience,” said a spokesperson for Western Union.
Western Union, a major provider of international money transfers has confirmed that it has struck up a new partnership with Walmart Canada.
The two organisations have long since been connected, but have now confirmed that they will be extending their partnership, with Walmart Canada integrating Western Union’s cross-border money transfer services into its website.
The two firms currently work together in Canada and other countries across North America, including the US and Mexico.
It is thought that money transfer options from Western Union will now be available in Walmart branches at a 5% discount compared to the wider Canadian consumer rate.
Jennifer Jones, the Vice President for Financial Services and Payments at Walmart, described Western Union as a “trusted partner”.
“We are excited to expand our partnership with Western Union, a trusted partner and leader in money transfer services globally,” said Jones.
“We are scaling new partnerships and investing in omni solutions designed to drive financial inclusion and offer more ways to serve our customers,” she continued.
“Today’s launch gives Walmart customers more choice, convenience, and access to affordable financial services to connect with family and friends worldwide, enabling them to save so they can live better.”
And for Western Union, meanwhile, the President of the North America branch Gabriella Fitzgerald, said that the two firms had an “unwavering commitment” to prioritising customers.
“Western Union and Walmart share an unwavering commitment to put our customers first, providing our service across both bricks and mortar and digital channels to help deliver an exceptional experience,” she said.
“This extended agreement and new online offering provides our collective customer base access to our services across multiple channels, affording them greater access to our global cross-border money transfer and payments platform.”
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