NASDAQ:FCNCA First Citizens BancShares (FCNCA) Stock Price, News & Analysis → Trump’s “Tax Free” Retirement Strategy (From Gold Safe Exchange) (Ad) Free FCNCA Stock Alerts $1,635.00 +18.12 (+1.12%) (As of 03/28/2024 ET) Add Compare Share Share Today's Range$1,598.95▼$1,651.7350-Day Range$1,409.68▼$1,635.0052-Week Range$910.25▼$1,651.73Volume93,537 shsAverage Volume82,879 shsMarket Capitalization$23.74 billionP/E Ratio2.08Dividend Yield0.40%Price Target$1,774.83 Stock AnalysisStock AnalysisAnalyst ForecastsChartCompetitorsDividendEarningsFinancialsHeadlinesInsider TradesOptions ChainOwnershipSEC FilingsShort InterestSocial MediaSustainabilityStock AnalysisAnalyst ForecastsChartCompetitorsDividendEarningsFinancialsHeadlinesInsider TradesOptions ChainOwnershipSEC FilingsShort InterestSocial MediaSustainability Get First Citizens BancShares alerts: Email Address First Citizens BancShares MarketRank™ Stock AnalysisAnalyst RatingModerate Buy2.63 Rating ScoreUpside/Downside8.6% Upside$1,774.83 Price TargetShort InterestHealthy1.79% of Shares Sold ShortDividend StrengthWeakBased on Four FactorsSustainability-0.49Upright™ Environmental ScoreNews Sentiment0.58Based on 14 Articles This WeekInsider TradingAcquiring Shares$1.83 M Bought Last QuarterProj. Earnings Growth8.76%From $177.52 to $193.07 Per ShareSee Full Details Hide Full Details Overall MarketRank™New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank™ is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.4.30 out of 5 starsFinance Sector217th out of 851 stocksState Commercial Banks Industry44th out of 175 stocks 1.3 Analyst's Opinion Consensus RatingFirst Citizens BancShares has received a consensus rating of Moderate Buy. The company's average rating score is 2.63, and is based on 5 buy ratings, 3 hold ratings, and no sell ratings.Price Target Upside/DownsideAccording to analysts' consensus price target of $1,774.83, First Citizens BancShares has a forecasted upside of 8.6% from its current price of $1,635.00.Amount of Analyst CoverageFirst Citizens BancShares has only been the subject of 4 research reports in the past 90 days. Previous Next 3.0 Short Interest Percentage of Shares Shorted1.79% of the outstanding shares of First Citizens BancShares have been sold short.Short Interest Ratio / Days to CoverFirst Citizens BancShares has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 3.2, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.Change versus previous monthShort interest in First Citizens BancShares has recently increased by 30.44%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly. Previous Next 1.7 Dividend Strength Dividend YieldFirst Citizens BancShares has a dividend yield of 0.41%, which is in the bottom 25% of all stocks that pay dividends.Dividend GrowthFirst Citizens BancShares has only been increasing its dividend for 2 years.Dividend CoverageThe dividend payout ratio of First Citizens BancShares is 0.84%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%.Dividend SustainabilityBased on earnings estimates, First Citizens BancShares will have a dividend payout ratio of 3.40% next year. This indicates that First Citizens BancShares will be able to sustain or increase its dividend. Previous Next 3.7 Sustainability and ESG Overall ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) ScoreFirst Citizens BancShares has received a 47.25% net impact score from Upright. The largest positive contribution comes from its "Societal infrastructure" impact, which is mostly driven by its "Cash withdrawal services", "Wire transfer services", "Home equity loans", "Mortgages provided by brick and mortar banks", "Debit cards", and "Consumer savings accounts provided by brick and mortar banks" products. See details.Environmental SustainabilityThe Environmental Impact score for First Citizens BancShares is -0.49. Previous Next 2.0 News and Social Media Coverage News SentimentFirst Citizens BancShares has a news sentiment score of 0.58. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This news sentiment score is similar to the average news sentiment of Finance companies.News Coverage This WeekMarketBeat has tracked 14 news articles for First Citizens BancShares this week, compared to 5 articles on an average week.Search InterestOnly 3 people have searched for FCNCA on MarketBeat in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of -40% compared to the previous 30 days.MarketBeat FollowsOnly 9 people have added First Citizens BancShares to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of -10% compared to the previous 30 days. Previous Next 4.2 Company Ownership Insider Buying vs. Insider SellingIn the past three months, First Citizens BancShares insiders have bought 95.12% more of their company's stock than they have sold. Specifically, they have bought $1,825,220.00 in company stock and sold $935,454.00 in company stock.Percentage Held by Insiders13.40% of the stock of First Citizens BancShares is held by insiders. A high percentage of insider ownership can be a sign of company health.Percentage Held by Institutions61.18% of the stock of First Citizens BancShares is held by institutions. High institutional ownership can be a signal of strong market trust in this company. Previous Next 2.5 Earnings and Valuation Earnings GrowthEarnings for First Citizens BancShares are expected to grow by 8.76% in the coming year, from $177.52 to $193.07 per share.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the MarketThe P/E ratio of First Citizens BancShares is 2.08, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 146.90.Price to Earnings Ratio vs. SectorThe P/E ratio of First Citizens BancShares is 2.08, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the Finance sector average P/E ratio of about 58.14.Price to Book Value per Share RatioFirst Citizens BancShares has a P/B Ratio of 1.17. P/B Ratios below 3 indicates that a company is reasonably valued with respect to its assets and liabilities. Previous Next See Top Rated MarketRank™ Stocks Here Ad Behind the Markets[BUY ALERT] Our #1 A.I. Stock for MarchIt's the one AI stock nobody is talking about. Cathy Wood just bought 11 million shares of it.Get the name of the stock here - before it takes off >>> About First Citizens BancShares Stock (NASDAQ:FCNCA)First Citizens BancShares, Inc. operates as the holding company for First-Citizens Bank & Trust Company that provides retail and commercial banking services to individuals, businesses, and professionals. The company's deposit products include checking, savings, money market, and time deposit accounts. Its loan product portfolio comprises commercial construction and mortgage; and commercial and industrial leases, as well as small business administration loans. In addition, the company offers consumer loans, such as residential and revolving mortgage, consumer auto, and other consumer loans. Further, it provides wealth management services, including annuities, brokerage services, and third-party mutual funds, as well as investment management and advisory services. The company provides its products and services through its branch network. First Citizens BancShares, Inc. was founded in 1898 and is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina.Read More FCNCA Stock Price History View Price History Chart DataSkip Price History Chart 30 days | 90 days | 365 days | Advanced Chart FCNCA Stock News HeadlinesMarch 24, 2024 | insidertrades.comEllen R. Alemany Sells 600 Shares of First Citizens BancShares, Inc. (NASDAQ:FCNCA) StockMarch 6, 2024 | insidertrades.com3 Stocks Insiders are Buying at New HighsMarch 29, 2024 | Crypto 101 Media (Ad)Top Project Outperforms BTC in 2023…According to a recently published report… One DeFi protocol boasted gains over 100% during one of the biggest crashes the crypto market has ever seen. And now, this crypto coin is set to soar in the parabolic bull run projected in 2024.March 29, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comResearch Analysts Offer Predictions for First Citizens BancShares, Inc.'s Q1 2025 Earnings (NASDAQ:FCNCA)March 26, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comHead-To-Head Comparison: Republic Bancorp (NASDAQ:RBCAA) versus First Citizens BancShares (NASDAQ:FCNCA)March 23, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comFirst Citizens BancShares (NASDAQ:FCNCA) Hits New 52-Week High at $1,624.99March 23, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comFirst Citizens BancShares (NASDAQ:FCNCA) Sets New 52-Week High at $1,624.99March 22, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comFirst Citizens BancShares (NASDAQ:FCNCA) Coverage Initiated at The Goldman Sachs GroupMarch 29, 2024 | Crypto 101 Media (Ad)Top Project Outperforms BTC in 2023…According to a recently published report… One DeFi protocol boasted gains over 100% during one of the biggest crashes the crypto market has ever seen. And now, this crypto coin is set to soar in the parabolic bull run projected in 2024.March 22, 2024 | americanbankingnews.comFirst Citizens BancShares, Inc. (NASDAQ:FCNCA) Given Consensus Recommendation of "Moderate Buy" by BrokeragesMarch 21, 2024 | prnewswire.comCoast raises $92 million in new capital, partners with Visa to expand financial tools and software for modern business fleetsMarch 15, 2024 | benzinga.comHere's How Much You Would Have Made Owning First Citizens BancShares Stock In The Last 20 YearsMarch 12, 2024 | seekingalpha.comFirst Citizens: A Few Supportive Tailwinds, But The Tide May Still ShiftMarch 11, 2024 | msn.comFirst citizens bank provides $33.5M to Adams BeveragesMarch 11, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comFirst Citizens Bank Provides $33.5 Million to Adams BeveragesMarch 6, 2024 | markets.businessinsider.comCarputty Secures $80M In New Funds to Accelerate GrowthMarch 5, 2024 | prnewswire.comFirst Citizens Bank Provides $1 Million Line of Credit to MC NutraceuticalsFebruary 23, 2024 | prnewswire.comFirst Citizens Receives 20 Greenwich Excellence and Best Brand Awards for Middle Market Banking, Small Business BankingFebruary 18, 2024 | ca.finance.yahoo.comFCNCA Mar 2024 1000.000 putFebruary 18, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comFCNCA Dec 2024 1810.000 callFebruary 18, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comFCNCA Mar 2024 1610.000 callFebruary 15, 2024 | investopedia.comEinhorn's Greenlight Capital Bought into Regional Lenders NYCB, First Citizens in Q4February 13, 2024 | bizjournals.comLeerink no longer be part of Silicon Valley Bank, but partnership is still on the tableFebruary 12, 2024 | bizjournals.comTBJ reveals 2024 Women in Business Awards Lifetime Achievement winnerFebruary 8, 2024 | benzinga.com$100 Invested In First Citizens BancShares 15 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much TodayFebruary 6, 2024 | ca.finance.yahoo.comFCNCA May 2024 1820.000 callJanuary 25, 2024 | finance.yahoo.comAmerican Express earnings, PCE data: What to WatchSee More Headlines Receive FCNCA Stock News and Ratings via Email Sign-up to receive the latest news and ratings for First Citizens BancShares and its competitors with MarketBeat's FREE daily newsletter. Email Address Company Calendar Last Earnings1/26/2024Ex-Dividend for 3/15 Dividend2/28/2024Dividend Payable3/15/2024Today3/29/2024Next Earnings (Estimated)5/08/2024Fiscal Year End12/31/2024Get Stock AlertsIndustry, Sector and Symbol Stock ExchangeNASDAQ SectorFinance Industry State commercial banks Sub-IndustryRegional Banks Current SymbolNASDAQ:FCNCA CUSIP31946M10 CIK798941 Webwww.firstcitizens.com Phone(919) 716-7000Fax919-716-7074Employees16,021Year FoundedN/APrice Target and Rating Average Stock Price Target$1,774.83 High Stock Price Target$1,950.00 Low Stock Price Target$1,520.00 Potential Upside/Downside+8.6%Consensus RatingModerate Buy Rating Score (0-4)2.63 Research Coverage8 Analysts Profitability EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$784.51 Trailing P/E Ratio2.08 Forward P/E Ratio9.21 P/E GrowthN/ANet Income$11.47 billion Net Margins51.04% Pretax Margin53.76% Return on Equity13.52% Return on Assets1.22% Debt Debt-to-Equity Ratio1.82 Current Ratio1.14 Quick Ratio1.14 Sales & Book Value Annual Sales$12.09 billion Price / Sales1.96 Cash Flow$179.47 per share Price / Cash Flow9.11 Book Value$1,403.16 per share Price / Book1.17Miscellaneous Outstanding Shares14,520,000Free Float12,579,000Market Cap$23.74 billion OptionableOptionable Beta0.88 Beginners Guide To Retirement StocksClick the link below and we'll send you MarketBeat's list of seven best retirement stocks and why they should be in your portfolio. Get This Free Report Key ExecutivesMr. Frank Brown Holding Jr. (Age 63)Chairman & CEO Comp: $9.53MMs. Hope Holding Bryant (Age 61)Vice Chairwoman Comp: $5.7MMr. Craig Lockwood Nix (Age 52)Chief Financial Officer Comp: $4.9MMr. Douglas BerlonSenior Vice PresidentMr. Marco MaiuranoChief Information Security OfficerKey CompetitorsFifth Third BancorpNASDAQ:FITBCitizens Financial GroupNYSE:CFGEast West BancorpNASDAQ:EWBCWestern Alliance BancorporationNYSE:WALCommerce BancsharesNASDAQ:CBSHView All CompetitorsInsiders & InstitutionsPNC Financial Services Group Inc.Bought 34 shares on 3/22/2024Ownership: 0.006%Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan Trust FundBought 1,100 shares on 3/21/2024Ownership: 0.014%Ellen R AlemanySold 600 sharesTotal: $935,454.00 ($1,559.09/share)Accent Capital Management LLCBought 50 shares on 3/19/2024Ownership: 0.000%Muirfield Wealth Advisors LLCBought 705 shares on 3/14/2024Ownership: 0.005%View All Insider TransactionsView All Institutional Transactions Should I Buy First Citizens BancShares Stock? FCNCA Pros and Cons Explained Pros Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in First Citizens BancShares, Inc.: First Citizens BancShares has a strong history of providing retail and commercial banking services since its founding in 1898, showcasing stability and experience in the industry. The company offers a diverse range of deposit products including checking, savings, money market, and time deposit accounts, catering to various customer needs and preferences. First Citizens BancShares provides wealth management services such as annuities, brokerage services, and investment management, offering customers comprehensive financial solutions. Recent reports indicate that institutional investors, including hedge funds, have shown significant interest in the company, reflecting confidence in its performance and potential growth. Despite market fluctuations, First Citizens BancShares has maintained a competitive position in the industry, indicating resilience and adaptability to changing economic conditions. Cons Investors should be bearish about investing in First Citizens BancShares, Inc. for these reasons: The current stock price of First Citizens BancShares may be influenced by market volatility and economic uncertainties, potentially impacting short-term investment returns. As a regional bank, First Citizens BancShares may face challenges related to local economic conditions and regulatory changes, affecting its profitability and growth prospects. Competition in the banking industry is intense, and First Citizens BancShares may need to continuously innovate and adapt to maintain its market position against larger financial institutions. Interest rate fluctuations can impact the profitability of banks like First Citizens BancShares, as changes in rates affect lending and deposit activities, potentially affecting revenue streams. Investors should consider the overall economic outlook and market trends when evaluating investments in First Citizens BancShares, as external factors can influence the company's performance and stock value. These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Wednesday, March 27, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these First Citizens BancShares pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com. FCNCA Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions Should I buy or sell First Citizens BancShares stock right now? 8 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for First Citizens BancShares in the last twelve months. There are currently 3 hold ratings and 5 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" FCNCA shares. View FCNCA analyst ratings or view top-rated stocks. What is First Citizens BancShares' stock price target for 2024? 8 brokers have issued 1 year price targets for First Citizens BancShares' stock. Their FCNCA share price targets range from $1,520.00 to $1,950.00. On average, they predict the company's stock price to reach $1,774.83 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 8.6% from the stock's current price. View analysts price targets for FCNCA or view top-rated stocks among Wall Street analysts. How have FCNCA shares performed in 2024? First Citizens BancShares' stock was trading at $1,418.97 at the start of the year. Since then, FCNCA stock has increased by 15.2% and is now trading at $1,635.00. View the best growth stocks for 2024 here. Are investors shorting First Citizens BancShares? First Citizens BancShares saw a increase in short interest during the month of March. As of March 15th, there was short interest totaling 259,700 shares, an increase of 30.4% from the February 29th total of 199,100 shares. Based on an average daily trading volume, of 80,800 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is presently 3.2 days. View First Citizens BancShares' Short Interest. When is First Citizens BancShares' next earnings date? The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Wednesday, May 8th 2024. View our FCNCA earnings forecast. How were First Citizens BancShares' earnings last quarter? First Citizens BancShares, Inc. (NASDAQ:FCNCA) posted its quarterly earnings data on Friday, January, 26th. The bank reported $46.58 EPS for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $48.49 by $1.91. The bank had revenue of $2.45 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $2.36 billion. First Citizens BancShares had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 13.52% and a net margin of 51.04%. How often does First Citizens BancShares pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for First Citizens BancShares? First Citizens BancShares announced a quarterly dividend on Wednesday, January 24th. Investors of record on Thursday, February 29th will be given a dividend of $1.64 per share on Friday, March 15th. This represents a $6.56 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.40%. The ex-dividend date is Wednesday, February 28th. Read our dividend analysis for FCNCA. Is First Citizens BancShares a good dividend stock? First Citizens BancShares (NASDAQ:FCNCA) pays an annual dividend of $6.56 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 0.41%. The company has been increasing its dividend for 2 consecutive year(s), indicating that it does not yet have a strong track record of dividend growth. The dividend payout ratio is 0.84%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%. Based on earnings estimates, FCNCA will have a dividend payout ratio of 3.40% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend. Read our dividend analysis for FCNCA. What ETFs hold First Citizens BancShares' stock? ETFs with the largest weight of First Citizens BancShares (NASDAQ:FCNCA) stock in their portfolio include Gabelli Financial Services Opportunities ETF (GABF), Pinnacle Focused Opportunities ETF (FCUS), iShares U.S. Regional Banks ETF (IAT), First Trust Nasdaq Bank ETF (FTXO), Invesco Dorsey Wright Financial Momentum ETF (PFI), First Trust Dorsey Wright Momentum & Value ETF (DVLU), Harbor Small Cap Explorer ETF (QWST) and Goldman Sachs Hedge Industry VIP ETF (GVIP). Who are First Citizens BancShares' major shareholders? First Citizens BancShares' stock is owned by many different institutional and retail investors. Top institutional shareholders include Vanguard Group Inc. (7.01%), Vanguard Group Inc. (7.01%), Coatue Management LLC (2.35%), Wellington Management Group LLP (1.65%), Dimensional Fund Advisors LP (1.29%) and Norges Bank (0.87%). Insiders that own company stock include Craig L Nix, Daniel L Heavner, Ellen R Alemany, Eugene Flood Jr, Frank B Holding Jr, Harold Lee Durham Jr, Hope Holding Bryant, Jeffery L Ward, Marisa Harney, Olivia Britton Holding, Robert R Hoppe, Robert T Newcomb and West Ludwig. View institutional ownership trends. How do I buy shares of First Citizens BancShares? Shares of FCNCA stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services. Compare Top Brokerages Here. 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