Hotchkis & Wiley released its second-quarter 2025 investor letter, noting the S&P 500 rose 10.9% in Q2 despite volatility. The fund performed in line with the Russell 1000 Value Index, returning 3.37%. Check out the top 5 holdings for insights into their key selections for 2025.

In Q2 2025, Hotchkis & Wiley highlighted Citigroup Inc. (NYSE:C), with a one-month return of 9.43% and shares gaining 46.33% over the last 52 weeks. On July 29, 2025, Citigroup Inc. (NYSE:C) closed at $94.48 per share, with a market cap of $173.928 billion.

Hotchkis & Wiley’s investor letter praised Citigroup Inc. (NYSE:C) as one of the largest US banks. The bank’s investments in IT, compliance, and risk capabilities have pressured margins but are now expected to decline, leading to more consistent returns. Citigroup performed well in Q2 on improved profitability and positive operating leverage.

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