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NYSE:SAN

Banco Santander SA (SAN)

13.38
+0.24 (1.83%)
as of Jun 16, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.
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star iconJun 16, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 16 opinions in the last 12 months.

Banco Santander SA (SAN) has garnered mixed reviews from various experts, with many highlighting its strong global presence and strategic expansion into regions like Latin America and the southern US. The bank has demonstrated solid operational performance, often considered well-managed, and its valuation is relatively attractive compared to rivals, trading around 10x PE. Several experts emphasize the cyclical nature of banking, with some suggesting that while it's a good time to hold, investors should also be cautious and perhaps consider taking profits given its impressive rise over the past year. Furthermore, many see potential growth stemming from a recovering European economy and the advantageous shift in long-term interest rates, which could benefit banks overall. Overall, SAN is viewed positively as a global player in the financial sector, particularly as a dividend growth stock amidst emerging market opportunities.

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COMMENT
This and Banco Bilbao (BBVA-SM) are well run Spanish banks. He prefers and owns Banco Bilbao because their M & A track record is a bit better. Surprised how well they have held up with the poor Spanish economy. Worst is still to come and the next 12 months can be choppy. Had a bounce back over 50% since its March lows. If you own, consider taking some off the table.
DON'T BUY
Spanish banks have been able to hold in and he thinks it's because of their exposure to Latin America. If they didn't have this along with their help from the Spanish government they would be in terrible shape. He would worry that at some point there will be something that may come home to roost.
BUY
Spanish bank with a large presence in Latin America. Has been hurt because he emerging markets have been hurt. Had pretty good earnings numbers. Non-performing loans went up 22% in the quarter. Stayed away from the subprime issue. Three quarters of their business is retail, which is very good. Good long-term growth. 6% yield.
BUY
The 2 Spanish banks, Banco Santander SA (STD-N) and Banco Bilboa (BFR-N) were up today compared to most European banks. Latin American assets are still providing growth. Likes either of these banks. Yields are little over 6%. Trading at 6X earnings. Price to cash flow at around 3.5 to 4 times. Very good entry point.
BUY
Based in Spain but very strong franchise in Latin America. Spain is a bit more problematic because of their housing bubble. Earnings per share were up double digits. Strong balance sheet. Yield of around 4%.
BUY
Trading at 5X cash flow. Spanish banks are down 20% because the Spanish economy is expected to slow.
COMMENT
Their housing market/mortgages went quite high and hasn't rolled over quite as much as the US, but the risk is there. The great thing about them is that they have Latin American exposure and Brazil is a better market to be exposed to.
HOLD
Like south America/ Mexico in a big way. Largest bank in Spain, also has exposure through Latin America. Efficiency is much lower than many of the banks in the world.
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