Barclays Rises 32.3% YTD: Is it the Right Time to Buy the Stock?

Key Takeaways BCS has gained 32.3% YTD, outperforming the market and Finance sector, but lagging HSBC and Deutsche Bank. Barclays is cutting costs, selling low-return units and investing in high-growth areas like India. BCS plans 10 billion euros in capital returns from 2024-2026 via dividends and buybacks.Year to date, shares of Barclays PLC (BCS) have risen 32.3%. The stock has outperformed the S&P 500 index, the Zacks Finance sector, and the industry. Meanwhile, it has underperformed its close peer, De ...