Upside case
Bull case
$885+591.0%
C would need investors to value it at roughly 82x earnings — about 70x more generous than today's 12x forward P/E. That requires meaningful multiple expansion on top of continued earnings growth.
Analysis OverviewBuyUpdated May 1, 2026
Citigroup Inc. (C) Stock Analysis
Wall Street verdict, consensus price target, and analyst rating breakdown — everything needed to frame the risk/reward at today's price.
Analyst consensus
Buy
Covering
27
analysts
17 bullish · 1 bearish · 27 covering C
Strong Buy
0
Buy
17
Hold
9
Sell
1
Strong Sell
0
Consensus Target
$140
+9.7% vs today
Scenario Range
$136 – $885
Model bear to bull value window
Coverage
27
Published analyst ratings
Valuation Context
11.8x
Forward P/E · Market cap $223.7B
C price targets
Three scenarios for where C stock could go
Current
~$128
Confidence
58 / 100
Updated
May 1, 2026
Where we are now
Current · $128
Bear
$136
Base
$259
Bull
$885
Market caseClosest to today
Base case
$259+102.3%
At 24x on FY1 earnings, the base case reflects a reasonable but not stretched valuation. It prices in continued growth without assuming an exceptional setup.
Stress case
Bear case
$136+5.9%
The bear case assumes sentiment or fundamentals disappoint enough to push C down roughly 6% from the current price.
Not financial advice. Model confidence reflects internal scenario assumptions, not a guarantee of returns. Past performance does not predict future results.
Citigroup Inc.
C · NYSEFinancial ServicesBanks - DiversifiedDecember year-end
Citigroup is a global financial services giant operating through two main divisions: Global Consumer Banking serving retail customers and Institutional Clients Group serving corporations and institutions. It generates revenue primarily from interest income on loans and securities (about 60%) and non-interest income from investment banking, trading, and card fees (about 40%). The company's key advantage is its unparalleled global network spanning nearly 100 countries—particularly strong in emerging markets—which provides unique cross-border banking capabilities for multinational clients.
Market Cap
$223.7B
Net Income TTM
$14.7B
C Revenue and Earnings Performance
Quarterly beat-or-miss track record against analyst estimates, plus forward revenue and EPS outlook for the next two fiscal years.
EPS Beat Rate
92%Exceptional
12 quarters tracked
Revenue Beat Rate
83%Exceptional
vs consensus estimates
Avg EPS Surprise
+12.5%
above Street consensus
Beat / Miss Record
BeatMissLeft = EPS · Right = Revenue
Q4 2025
Q1 2026
Q1 2026
Q2 2026
Last 4 Quarters
EPS beats: 3 of 4Q4 2025
EPS
$1.86/$1.73
Revenue
$22.1B/$21.1B
Q1 2026
EPS
$1.81/$1.65
Revenue
$19.9B/$20.9B
Q1 2026
EPS
$1.19/$1.80
Revenue
$19.9B/$20.9B
Q2 2026
EPS
$3.06/$2.65
Revenue
$24.6B/$23.6B
| Quarter | EPS (Actual / Est) | EPS Surprise | Revenue (Actual / Est) | Rev Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4 2025 | $1.86/$1.73 | +7.5% | $22.1B/$21.1B | +4.8% |
| Q1 2026 | $1.81/$1.65 | +9.7% | $19.9B/$20.9B | -5.1% |
| Q1 2026 | $1.19/$1.80 | -33.9% | $19.9B/$20.9B | -5.1% |
| Q2 2026 | $3.06/$2.65 | +15.5% | $24.6B/$23.6B | +4.4% |
FY1–FY2 Estimates
Revenue Outlook
FY1
$143.6B
-15.9% YoY
FY2
$165.2B
+15.0% YoY
EPS Outlook
FY1
$10.80
+37.0% YoY
FY2
$12.03
+11.4% YoY
Trailing FCF (TTM)-$76.0B
Next Earnings
—
Expected EPS
—
Expected Revenue
—
C beat EPS estimates in 3 of 4 tracked quarters. A strong delivery record supports forward estimate credibility.
C Revenue Breakdown by Segment
Product and geographic revenue mix from the latest annual disclosure, with year-over-year growth by segment.
Latest disclosure
FY 2024
Total disclosed revenue $73.6B
Product Mix
Latest annual revenue by segment or product family
U.S. Personal Banking
27.7%
+6.2% YoY
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Geographic Mix
Latest annual revenue by reported region
International
49.8%
+1.9% YoY
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U.S. Personal Banking is the largest disclosed segment at 27.7% of FY 2024 revenue, up 6.2% YoY.
International is the largest reported region at 49.8%, up 1.9% YoY.
C Valuation Snapshot
Current multiples compared to the S&P 500, the company's sector, and its own five-year average.
Relative Value Signal
Slightly Undervalued
Fair value est. $135 — implies +5.7% from today's price.
Upside to Fair Value
5.7%
potential upside
Deep DiscountFair ValueVery Expensive
vs S&P 500 Trailing P/E
C
21.5x
vs
S&P 500
25.1x
14% discount
vs Financial Services Trailing P/E
C
21.5x
vs
Financial Services
13.3x
+62% premium
vs C 5Y Avg P/E
Today
21.5x
vs
5Y Average
10.0x
+115% premium
Forward PE
11.8x
S&P 500
19.1x
-38%
Financial Services
10.4x
+14%
5Y Avg
—
—
Trailing PE
21.5x
S&P 500
25.1x
-14%
Financial Services
13.3x
+62%
5Y Avg
10.0x
+115%
PEG Ratio
—
S&P 500
1.72x
—
Financial Services
1.01x
—
5Y Avg
—
—
EV/EBITDA
25.2x
S&P 500
15.2x
+65%
Financial Services
11.4x
+121%
5Y Avg
17.4x
+45%
Price/FCF
—
S&P 500
21.1x
—
Financial Services
10.6x
—
5Y Avg
3.7x
—
Price/Sales
1.3x
S&P 500
3.1x
-58%
Financial Services
2.2x
-41%
5Y Avg
1.1x
+23%
Dividend Yield
2.14%
S&P 500
1.87%
+14%
Financial Services
2.70%
-21%
5Y Avg
4.61%
-54%
| Metric | C | S&P 500 | Financial Services | 5Y Avg C |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward PE | 11.8x | 19.1x-38% | 10.4x+14% | — |
| Trailing PE | 21.5x | 25.1x-14% | 13.3x+62% | 10.0x+115% |
| PEG Ratio | — | 1.72x | 1.01x | — |
| EV/EBITDA | 25.2x | 15.2x+65% | 11.4x+121% | 17.4x+45% |
| Price/FCF | — | 21.1x | 10.6x | 3.7x |
| Price/Sales | 1.3x | 3.1x-58% | 2.2x-41% | 1.1x+23% |
| Dividend Yield | 2.14% | 1.87% | 2.70% | 4.61% |
C trades above S&P 500 benchmarks on 1 of 4 measured multiples — appears modestly priced relative to the S&P 500 on most measures.
Forward P/E and PEG reflect analyst consensus estimates. Historical averages use trailing ratios where forward data is unavailable.S&P 500 and sector benchmarks both use trailing median P/E — similar readings indicate the broader index and sector are priced alike.
Open valuation toolC Financial Health
Verdict
Stressed
C generates 6.9% ROE and 0.6% return on assets — the two primary signals for banking profitability. FCF-based metrics are not applicable to financial companies.
Earnings Engine
Revenue, profitability, and return on capital
Revenue (TTM)
Trailing-twelve-month sales base
—
Revenue Growth
TTM vs prior year
—
Operating Margin
Operating income divided by revenue
—
Net Margin
Net income divided by revenue
—
EPS (TTM)
Diluted earnings per share, trailing twelve months
$7.89
ROE
Return on equity — the primary profitability signal for banks
6.9%
Capital Quality
ROIC, leverage, and debt serviceability
ROIC
Return on invested capital — primary competitive quality signal
1.6%
ROA
Return on assets, trailing twelve months
0.6%
Cash & Equivalents
Liquid assets on the balance sheet
$276.5B
Net Debt
Total debt minus cash
$314.0B
FCF Analysis
Traditional FCF and debt/FCF ratios are not meaningful for financial companies. Focus on ROE and ROA above.
ROE
Return on equity — the headline bank profitability metric
6.9%
Shareholder Returns
How capital is returned to owners
Total shareholder yield
5.5%
Dividend
2.1%
Buyback
3.4%
Share Repurchases
Trailing buyback outflow — dollar magnitude of capital returned
$7.5B
Dividend / Share
Annualized trailing dividend per share
$2.73
Payout Ratio
Share of earnings distributed as dividends
41.0%
Shares Outstanding
Declining as buybacks retire shares
1.9B
All figures from the trailing twelve months. For financial companies, ROE and ROA are the primary health signals — FCF-based metrics are not applicable.
Open full ratios pageC Stock Risk Factors
Key factors that could pressure the stock price, compress the multiple, or weigh on future results.
AI analysis · updated April 11, 2026
High Risk
Cash Burn & Liquidity
Citigroup’s negative free cash flow yield of -54% indicates rapid cash burn, potentially straining liquidity and limiting capital for growth or regulatory compliance. This could force the bank to seek external financing or cut discretionary spending.
High Risk
Interest Rate Sensitivity
A 100 basis point drop in rates could reduce net interest income by approximately $1.9 billion, while the bank’s average net interest margin of 2.4% over the past two years signals thin loan profitability. Such sensitivity exposes the bank to significant earnings volatility in a falling rate environment.
Medium
Regulatory Oversight & Penalties
The 2020 consent orders on risk management and data governance remain active, requiring substantial investment to resolve. Failure to meet these regulations could trigger further fines and operational restrictions, impacting profitability.
Medium
Asset Quality Deterioration
Credit quality concerns, with a 0.5% allowance for bad loans, suggest potential loan losses. Deteriorating asset quality may erode capital and earnings, especially if market volatility worsens.
Lower
Market Volatility & Overbought Risk
The stock has shown more pronounced declines than the S&P 500 during volatile periods and exhibits overbought indicators, hinting at potential downside. Geopolitical tensions and shifting AI expectations add to short‑term price swings.
These are risk mechanisms, not predictions. The key question is which would force a cut to earnings estimates or a lower multiple than the market currently prices in.
Why C Stock Could Outperform
Structural drivers behind the upside case and why the stock could outperform over the next 12 months.
AI analysis · updated April 11, 2026
Project Bora Bora Transformation
Citigroup’s Project Bora Bora is a multi‑year initiative that streamlines operations into a five‑business model—services, markets, banking, wealth, and U.S. personal banking—and exits underperforming international consumer markets. The simplification is expected to boost efficiency, lift margins, and create sustainable revenue momentum.
EBIT Margin Expansion to 40%
The restructuring has already lifted EBIT margin to 35.3%, up from 28.2% in 2023. Analysts project the margin could reach nearly 40% by the end of 2026 as stranded expenses are eliminated.
EPS Growth to $10+ by 2026
Normalized EPS is projected to exceed $10 in 2026, while the upcoming quarter is expected to deliver EPS of about $2.63, a significant year‑over‑year increase. Citigroup has consistently beat EPS estimates in the last four reported quarters.
$20B Share Repurchase Program
Citigroup announced a $20 billion share repurchase program, which, combined with dividend declarations, is viewed as a positive catalyst for shareholder value.
AI and Infrastructure Modernization
Strategic investments in AI and infrastructure modernization are expected to help Citigroup outperform broader market risks and drive revenue growth.
A real bull case compounds — each driver matters most when it strengthens margins, supports capital returns, and keeps the company above the market's minimum growth bar simultaneously.
C Stock Price Performance
52-week range context and price returns across multiple time horizons. Dividend contribution is shown separately in the Capital Return section.
Current Price
$128.04
52W Range Position
89%
52-Week Range
Current price plotted between the 52-week low and high.
52-Week Low
$69.17
+85.1% from the low
52-Week High
$135.29
-5.4% from the high
1 Month
+9.11%
3 Month
+10.63%
YTD
+7.9%
1 Year
+82.3%
3Y CAGR
+40.3%
5Y CAGR
+11.7%
10Y CAGR
+11.2%
Range context matters because valuation compression and earnings misses rarely hit from the same starting point. A stock already far below its high can still fall, but it is no longer carrying the same embedded optimism as one pressing a fresh peak.
C vs Peers
Valuation, growth, and margin comparison against the closest publicly traded peers for this company.
Peer Set
Accurate peer set
Forward PE
11.8x
vs 13.9x median
-15% below peer median
Revenue Growth
-15.9%
vs -13.2% median
-21% below peer median
Net Margin
—
vs — median
Peer median unavailable
| Company | Mkt Cap | Fwd PE | Rev Grw | Margin | Rating | Upside |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C C Citigroup Inc. | $223.7B | 11.8x | -15.9% | — | Buy | +9.7% |
JPM JPM JPMorgan Chase & Co. | $834.2B | 13.9x | -6.4% | — | Buy | +9.5% |
BAC BAC Bank of America Corporation | $404.3B | 11.9x | -17.8% | — | Buy | +15.1% |
WFC WFC Wells Fargo & Company | $247.1B | 11.4x | -13.2% | — | Hold | +22.8% |
GS GS The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. | $285.5B | 15.5x | -23.1% | — | Hold | +8.4% |
MS MS Morgan Stanley | $301.1B | 15.9x | -5.3% | — | Buy | +8.7% |
This peer comparison reflects companies with similar business models, product lines, or market positioning, supplemented by industry grouping when direct matches are limited.
C Dividend and Capital Return
C returns capital mainly through $7.5B/year in buybacks (3.4% buyback yield), with a modest 2.14% dividend — combining for 5.5% total shareholder yield.
Dividend SustainableFCF Unknown
Total Shareholder Yield
5.5%
Dividend + buyback return per year
Buyback Yield
3.4%
Dividend Yield
2.14%
Payout Ratio
41.0%
How C Splits Its Return
Div 2.14%
Buyback 3.4%
Dividend 2.14%Buybacks 3.4%
Dividend Profile
Yield, cadence, and growth quality
Dividend / Share
Trailing annualized cash dividend
$2.73
Growth Streak
Consecutive years of dividend increases
3Y
3Y Div CAGR
4.4%
5Y Div CAGR
2.6%
Ex-Dividend Date
—
Payment Cadence
Quarterly
4 payments over the last 12 months
Buyback Engine
How much per-share support comes from repurchases
Repurchases (TTM)
Cash used for buybacks in the latest trailing period
$7.5B
Estimated Shares Retired
59M
Approx. Share Reduction
3.1%
Shares Outstanding
Current diluted share count from the screening snapshot
1.9B
At 3.1%/year, buybacks mechanically lift EPS even with flat earnings — each remaining share represents a slightly larger piece of the company.
| Year | Div / Share | YoY Grw | BB Yield | Total Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1.20 | — | — | — |
| 2025 | $2.32 | +6.4% | — | — |
| 2024 | $2.18 | +4.8% | 5.6% | 9.5% |
| 2023 | $2.08 | +2.0% | 6.1% | 11.3% |
| 2022 | $2.04 | 0.0% | 3.7% | 9.3% |
FAQ
7 questionsC Investor Questions
Common questions answered from live analyst data and company financials.
01Is Citigroup Inc. (C) stock a buy or sell in 2026?
Citigroup Inc. (C) is rated Buy by Wall Street analysts as of 2026. Of 27 analysts covering the stock, 17 rate it Buy or Strong Buy, 9 rate it Hold, and 1 rate it Sell or Strong Sell. The consensus 12-month price target is $140, implying +9.7% from the current price of $128. The bear case scenario is $136 and the bull case is $885.
02What is the C stock price target for 2026?
The Wall Street consensus price target for C is $140 based on 27 analyst estimates. The high-end target is $162 (+26.5% from today), and the low-end target is $87 (-32.1%). The base case model target is $259.
03Is Citigroup Inc. (C) stock overvalued in 2026?
C trades at 11.8x times forward earnings. The stock currently trades at a discount to the broader market. Based on current multiples versus the peer group, the relative model signals slightly undervalued. Whether the stock is over or undervalued ultimately depends on whether consensus earnings estimates are achievable.
04What are the main risks for Citigroup Inc. (C) stock in 2026?
The primary risks for C in 2026 are: (1) Cash Burn & Liquidity — Citigroup’s negative free cash flow yield of -54% indicates rapid cash burn, potentially straining liquidity and limiting capital for growth or regulatory compliance. (2) Interest Rate Sensitivity — A 100 basis point drop in rates could reduce net interest income by approximately $1. (3) Regulatory Oversight & Penalties — The 2020 consent orders on risk management and data governance remain active, requiring substantial investment to resolve. Each factor has the potential to pressure earnings or compress the stock's valuation multiple.
05What is Citigroup Inc.'s revenue and earnings forecast?
Analyst consensus estimates C will report consensus revenue of $143.6B (-15.9% year-over-year) and EPS of $10.80 (+37.0% year-over-year) for the upcoming fiscal year. The following year, analysts project $165.2B in revenue.
06When does Citigroup Inc. (C) report its next earnings?
A confirmed upcoming earnings date for C is not yet available. Check the Earnings section above for the most recent quarterly report dates and forward estimates.
07How much free cash flow does Citigroup Inc. generate?
Citigroup Inc. (C) had a free cash outflow of $76.0B in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. C returns capital to shareholders through dividends (2.1% yield) and share repurchases ($7.5B TTM).