Natwest Group is trading 4.7% up at $19.40 in pre-market following the release of its H1 2026 financial results. - The bank reported strong H1 2026 results with a return on tangible equity (ROTE) of 19.7%, exceeding its 2028 target. - Natwest upgraded its full-year guidance and accelerated capital returns to shareholders. - The move extends yesterday’s 5.4% gain, also supported by higher broader U.S. equity futures.