NatWest Group Hits Day High with 3.45% Surge, Outperforming FTSE 100

NatWest Group Plc has experienced a notable increase of 3.45% on October 6, 2025, reaching an intraday high of GBP 5.49. This performance stands out against the FTSE 100, which saw a modest gain of 0.67% on the same day. Over the past week, NatWest has shown a robust performance with a 4.92% increase, significantly outperforming the FTSE 100's 2.22% rise.
In the context of longer-term performance, NatWest has demonstrated impressive growth, with a 65.61% increase over the past year, compared to the FTSE 100's 14.59%. Year-to-date, the stock has risen by 35.79%, and over the last three years, it has surged by 140.53%. The five-year performance is particularly striking, with a remarkable increase of 397.04%.

Despite these positive trends, the bank's capital adequacy ratio stands at 17.68%, indicating potential concerns regarding its capital buffers. However, the company has reported strong quarterly results, including a net profit of GBP 1,291.68 million and a return on equity of 13.62%. With a market capitalization of GBP 41,756 million, NatWest Group continues to be a significant player in the major banks sector.