Citizens Financial Group (CFG) has reported first-quarter 2025 adjusted earnings per share of 77 cents, which surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 75 cents. The metric rose 18.4% from the year-ago quarter.Results benefited from a rise in non-interest income, along with reduced expenses. A strong capital position was another positive. However, lower net interest income (NII) and declining loan balances were major headwinds.Net income (GAAP basis) was $373 million, which rose 12% from the prior-year quar ...