Synchrony Surges in Volume to 442nd Trading Activity as Institutional Bets Split and Earnings Beat

On September 2, 2025, Synchrony Financial (SYF) saw a trading volume of $0.25 billion, marking a 33.71% increase from the previous day. The stock closed with a 0.94% decline, ranking 442nd in trading activity across the market.

Corebridge Financial Inc. reduced its stake in Synchrony by 3.9% during the first quarter, holding 94,787 shares valued at $5.02 million as of the latest SEC filing. Meanwhile, several institutional investors significantly increased their positions in the firm, including Massachusetts Financial Services Co., which boosted holdings by 755.7% to 2.18 million shares, and Azora Capital LP, which raised its stake by 700.5% to 2.11 million shares. These movements highlight growing institutional confidence despite Corebridge’s减持.

Synchrony reported Q2 earnings of $2.50 per share, surpassing analyst estimates of $1.72, driven by strong operational performance. However, revenue fell 1.8% year-over-year to $3.65 billion. Analysts remain optimistic, with BTIG Research upgrading the stock to “Buy” and raising its price target to $100, while RBC and Wells Fargo also adjusted their targets upward. The company’s 14.43% net margin and 21.34% return on equity underscore its profitability, though insiders sold a combined 20,494 shares in the quarter, valued at $1.38 million.

The firm announced a $0.30 quarterly dividend, yielding 1.6% annually. Institutional ownership now accounts for 96.48% of Synchrony’s shares, reflecting sustained investor interest. With a consensus EPS estimate of $7.67 for FY 2025 and a moderate buy rating from analysts, Synchrony’s stock remains underpinned by its robust earnings and strategic institutional backing.