Citigroup cut its closely watched profitability target in 2026 as it tackles rising regulatory expenses and, at the same time, announced a $20 billion share buyback program. Citigroup beat estimates for fourth-quarter profit,

Citigroup said its board of directors authorized a new multiyear $20 billion stock buyback program that will begin in the first quarter of 2025, helping to trigger a surge in the share price. CFO Mark Mason said the planned buyback reflects confidence in the bank’s strategy.

Citigroup stock is soaring Wednesday after the big bank topped earnings expectations and unveiled a massive stock buyback program. Here's why that's important.

Citigroup beat estimates for fourth-quarter profit, fueled by strength in trading and dealmaking, and announced a $20 billion buyback program as it cut a closely watched return target. Shares of the third-largest U.