8 Stocks on Jim Cramer’s Radar

2. Citigroup Inc. (NYSE:C)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 88

Cramer discussed Citigroup Inc.’s (NYSE:C) strong fourth-quarter earnings result which led to the stock gaining.

“Last week we finally got some positive action for the stock market in 2025 with the S&P 500 gaining nearly 3% and turning positive for the year. Cooler inflation data pushed down long-term interest rates and we got flooded with great earnings reports. So what performed best during last week’s rally? When you look at the top performers, there are really some interesting patterns here. Two of the big banks that reported strong quarters made the list. Both Goldman Sachs, which we own for the Charitable Trust, and Citigroup rallied 12%.”

Citigroup (NYSE:C), a leading global financial services company, offers a wide range of financial products, such as cash management, trading, and investment banking services. The company recently released its fourth-quarter and full-year earnings results, surpassing analyst expectations. Its revenue for the fourth quarter reached $19.6 billion, slightly exceeding forecasts. Additionally, the company reported EPS of $1.34, a significant increase from a loss of $1.16 per share in the fourth quarter of 2023.

Citigroup’s (NYSE:C) net income saw an impressive rise of nearly 40%, reaching $12.7 billion. This performance marked a strong finish to the year, as the company also surpassed its full-year revenue goal. Moreover, the company achieved record results in key areas, including Services, Wealth Management, and U.S. Personal Banking, further highlighting its positive financial trajectory.