
Citizens Q3 2026: EPS $1.41 (+34%) on NII Surge and Lower Provision
Citizens Q3 2026: EPS jumped 34% to $1.41 as NII surged 12.6% to $1.68B and provision fell 19%, with efficiency improving to 60%.
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Citizens Q3 2026: EPS jumped 34% to $1.41 as NII surged 12.6% to $1.68B and provision fell 19%, with efficiency improving to 60%.

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