On the latest episode of The Pipeline podcast, Mark Lehmann, vice chair of Citizens Financial Group Inc.'s commercial bank, said he expects to see a broader subset of companies pursue initial public offerings in 2026. Lehmann also talked about his company's equity‑research approach, which involves having analysts dive deep into a narrow portion of growth‑oriented sectors, and how his law degree helps him in the world of financial services.

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• Host: Joe Mantone
• Guest: Mark Lehmann