Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited (ASX:ANZ)'s Chief Executive Officer Shayne Elliotthas said that he would consider the purchase of Citigroup Inc. (NYSE:C)'s Australian assets. Citigroup is exiting consumer banking operations in 13 markets including Australia. Shayne Elliott said that the firm is in a strong position to make acquisitions.

He also said that the bank is looking for growth opportunities. If it purchased the American bank's card business, it would become the top player in the market.