NEW YORK, Jan. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of First Citizens BancShares, Inc. (“First Citizens” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: FCNCA).  Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@pomlaw.com or 646-581-9980, ext. 7980.

The investigation concerns whether First Citizens and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices. 

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On January 23, 2026, First Citizens reported its financial results for the fourth quarter of 2025.  First Citizens’ efficiency ratio, a key measure of costs relative to revenue, came in at 64.5%, missing analyst expectations and worsening from the prior year.  First Citizens also described a weaker outlook, with revenue expected to deteriorate and net interest income projections described as weak for the upcoming year. 

On this news, First Citizens’ stock price fell $186.97 per share, or 8.49%, to close at $2,016.56 per share on January 23, 2026.

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CONTACT:
Danielle Peyton
Pomerantz LLP
dpeyton@pomlaw.com
646-581-9980 ext. 7980