Citizens Financial Group: Margin Expansion Continues To Drive Strong Growth

Citizens Financial Group (CFG) delivered double-digit revenue and earnings growth in Q1 2026, driven by interest margin expansion and the ongoing buildout of its private bank. CFG continues to benefit from the roll-off of low-yielding receiver swaps, creating a multi-year tailwind to its interest margin and earnings. The buildout of its private banking business, previously a drag, continues to kick in a growing, positive contribution to the bottom line.