CTC 13F: Exits Citigroup (C) Stake
The investment firm liquidated its 29,571-share position in the New York-based banking giant during the latest filing period.
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CTC sold its entire stake of 29,571 shares in Citigroup Inc. ($C), according to a 13F filing with the SEC dated May 21, 2026.
Since the filing, $C is down 0.4% after 1 week, up 16.3% after 1 month and down 0.3% to date (from the $124.59 close on May 21, 2026).
Key Points
- CTC sold its entire position in Citigroup Inc., disposing of 29,571 shares to bring its total holdings to zero.
- Citigroup shares are currently trading near $139.96, which sits between its 52-week low of $95.00 and its yearly high of $147.96.
- Wall Street analysts maintain a consensus Buy rating on the stock with a mean price target of $150.71, suggesting potential upside from current levels.
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CTC completely sold out of its position in Citigroup Inc. (NYSE: C) during the most recent reporting period. The firm disposed of all 29,571 shares it previously held, according to its latest Form 13F filing with the SEC. This move represents a 100% reduction in the firm's stake in the diversified financial services company.
CTC Exits Citigroup Position
By selling its remaining 29,571 shares, CTC has ended its investment in Citigroup for the time being. This total exit follows a period where other institutional players have shown mixed sentiment. For instance, B. Riley Wealth Advisors recently took a different path, boosting its Citigroup stake by 118.9% on October 13, 2026, by adding 37,363 shares. In contrast, Intech Investment Management raised its holdings by 17.3% earlier in May. It is important to note that 13F filings are backward-looking and show what a fund held at the end of a quarter; they do not necessarily reflect what CTC owns today.
Citigroup Stock Performance and Valuation
Shares of Citigroup were trading at $139.96 on Friday. The stock has shown steady momentum, currently trading above its 50-day moving average of $132.86 and its 200-day moving average of $126.35. With a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 12.0, the stock is priced lower relative to its earnings than some of its industry peers. The company has a market value of approximately $206.68 billion and has traded as high as $147.96 over the last year.
Recent Earnings and Dividend Data
Citigroup last reported annual revenue of $83.30 billion, showing a growth rate of 0.08%. The bank maintains a healthy net margin of 23.2% and a return on equity of 9.35%. Investors who hold the stock receive an annual dividend yield of 2.18%, with the company paying out about 25.9% of its earnings to shareholders in the form of dividends. The company is scheduled to release its next set of financial results on January 14, 2027.
Earnings drift grade
Outlook vs expectations on the last report — not price action.
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Forward outlook
10 analysts raised price targets.
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EPS & revenue
EPS beat estimates by 13.3%. Revenue beat estimates by 83.8%.
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Profit surprise
Operating income missed by 20 percent.
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Pre-earnings setup
Bar was high, analysts already very bullish.
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Analyst signal
10 target raises.
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Earnings quality
Gross margin up 3.5 points. Operating margin up 3.8 points. Positive free cash flow.
Earnings Call Summary
Citigroup reported strong first quarter results with 14 percent revenue growth, reaching $44.1 billion, and earnings per share of $3.06 well above the $2.64 consensus. Services business revenues jumped 17 percent and Markets surpassed $7 billion in quarterly revenues for the first time in ten years, with equities up nearly 40 percent. Management stressed the bank is only pursuing organic growth and has no interest in acquisitions, and said 90 percent of their regulatory transformation work is now complete or near completion.
Guidance Management reaffirmed their target of 10 to 11 percent return on equity for the full year 2026. They expect net interest income to grow 5 to 6 percent, and said they will share more detail on capital plans and buybacks at an investor meeting in May.
Solid report. Results were generally better than expected, but the forward outlook did not materially change.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
Many Wall Street analysts have updated their outlooks on Citigroup recently. On October 14, 2026, TD Cowen maintained a Buy rating with a $148.00 price target. On that same day, RBC Capital kept its Outperform rating but adjusted its target to $135.00. Evercore ISI Group also maintained an In-Line rating with a $135.00 target on October 14. Earlier in the month, JP Morgan reiterated an Overweight rating with a $147.00 price target. Overall, 21 analysts provide coverage on the stock, resulting in a consensus Buy recommendation and a average price target of $150.71.
About Citigroup Inc.
Citigroup is one of the world's largest financial institutions, operating through segments that cover everything from credit cards and personal banking to investment banking and wealth management for the ultra-wealthy. Founded in 1812 and based in New York, the bank serves millions of customers across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. CTC's decision to exit comes at a time when the bank is balancing growth in its services and markets divisions against broader economic shifts.
What's Ahead for Citigroup Inc.
Investors will likely watch for Citigroup’s next earnings report in January to see if the bank can maintain its profit margins. While CTC has moved to the sidelines, the high number of Buy ratings from major firms suggests many professionals still see value in the banking giant. Future 13F filings will reveal if CTC or other major institutions decide to rebuild positions as market conditions change.
Source: CTC's 13F filing on $C (May 21, 2026). 13F filings show holdings as of the end of the reporting quarter and may not reflect the fund's current position. Find the original filing: CTC 13F filings on SEC EDGAR. Written by software, not financial advice. How we make alerts