iShares ESG MSCI USA Leaders ETF Boosts Stake in Citizens Financial Group

The fund increased its holdings in the bank by 7% during the quarter.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

iShares ESG MSCI USA Leaders ETF raised its stake in Citizens Financial Group Inc (CFG) by 7%, purchasing an additional 931 shares to own a total of 14,227 shares valued at $769,680 as of the latest 13F filing.

Why it matters

This investment move by the iShares ESG MSCI USA Leaders ETF highlights the fund's continued interest in Citizens Financial Group, a major regional bank, as part of its ESG-focused investment strategy.

The details

According to the 13F filing, the iShares ESG MSCI USA Leaders ETF acquired 931 additional shares of Citizens Financial Group during the quarter, increasing its total stake in the bank by 7%. The fund now owns 14,227 shares of CFG, valued at $769,680 as of the latest reporting period.

  • The 13F filing detailing this transaction was submitted on March 4, 2026.

The players

iShares ESG MSCI USA Leaders ETF

An exchange-traded fund that invests in U.S. companies with strong environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices.

Citizens Financial Group Inc

A regional bank holding company headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island that offers a range of retail and commercial banking products and services.

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The takeaway

This investment by the iShares ESG MSCI USA Leaders ETF reflects the fund's continued interest in Citizens Financial Group as part of its ESG-focused investment strategy, highlighting the growing importance of sustainability considerations in the financial sector.