14 Best Holding Company Stocks to Buy Right Now

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5. Citigroup Inc. (NYSE:C)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 101

Citigroup Inc. (NYSE:C) is a financial services holding company that ranks 5th on our list of the best holding company stocks to buy right now. The company provides various financial products and services to consumers, corporations, the government, and institutions. Citigroup Inc. (NYSE:C) offers a variety of services such as personal banking, wealth management, global banking, and treasury and trade solutions to name a few. In the fourth quarter of 2024, the company generated revenue worth $19.6 billion and net income worth $2.9 billion. In fiscal 2024, the company logged $81.1 billion in revenue and $12.7 billion in net income, up from $78.5 billion and $9.2 billion in 2023.

Citigroup Inc. (NYSE:C) delivered exceptional results throughout the year, exceeding its guidance range. In addition to that, the company returned $7 billion in capital to common shareholders and announced a $20 billion repurchase program. 2024 was a remarkable year for the company in terms of achieving operational efficiency. During the year, Citigroup posted positive operating leverage, reaped benefits from its organization simplification efforts, and appointed a new banking leadership.

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