First Citizens Shares Surge on Strong Earnings and Institutional Buying as $390M Volume Ranks 243rd

On August 27, 2025, First Citizens BancShares (FCNCA) saw a 87.4% surge in trading volume to $0.39 billion, ranking 243rd in market activity. The stock closed up 1.71% amid strong institutional investor activity and a robust Q2 earnings report.

The company’s second-quarter earnings exceeded expectations, reporting $44.78 per share compared to the $39.08 consensus. Revenue reached $2.38 billion, surpassing the projected $2.21 billion. Analysts highlighted the bank’s 16.37% net margin and 11.32% return on equity as key performance drivers.

Institutional holdings in FCNCA grew significantly, with GAMMA Investing LLC increasing its stake by 169,861.1%. Notable insider purchases included CEO Frank B. Holding, Jr., who acquired 600 shares, and Olivia Britton Holding, who added 409 shares, reflecting confidence in the company’s strategic direction.

First Citizens announced a quarterly dividend of $1.95 per share, payable on September 15, with an annualized yield of 0.4%. The payout ratio of 4.60% aligns with the bank’s focus on balancing shareholder returns with operational growth.

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