Citigroup Shares Rally on Strong Q2 Earnings and 7% Dividend Hike 1.34B Volume Ranks 68th in Market Activity

Citigroup (C) rose 1.41% on July 30, 2025, with a trading volume of 1.34 billion shares, ranking 68th in market activity. The bank reported Q2 2025 earnings of $21.7 billion, reflecting an 8% year-over-year revenue increase. Banking revenue grew 18%, driven by major transactions, while wealth management rose 20%. The company returned $3.1 billion to shareholders via dividends and buybacks, including a 7% quarterly dividend hike to $0.60 per share, yielding 2.51% as of July 28. Analysts highlight its long-term dividend consistency but note competitive pressures in traditional banking services.

Recent developments include a UK staff restructuring warning, with potential layoffs affecting hundreds of roles. Institutional ownership remains strong at 69.26%, signaling market confidence. Citigroup’s P/E ratio of 6.48 trails the finance sector average, and its 33.6% dividend payout ratio is deemed sustainable. Analysts have issued a “Hold” consensus rating, with a $52.75 price target implying 28.9% upside from its current price. Short interest has declined 1.69% monthly, suggesting improving investor sentiment amid strategic cost-cutting measures.

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