Santander CEO Ana Botín says the bank will return 6.9 billion euros to shareholders through buybacks in 2026…
As seen on the 24/7 Wall St. homepage on July 22, 2026.
Earnings · 2026 Q2
Ana Botín
CEO
In 2026, including the expected buyback against our first half results which has been approved by the ECB, we are on track to execute a total of €6.9 billion in share buybacks, equivalent to c.114 basis points of CET1, while continuing to invest in profitable growth opportunities across our footprint.
Santander CEO Ana Botín says the bank will return 6.9 billion euros to shareholders through buybacks in 2026 after ECB approval, a sign of fortress capital strength even as the lender continues investing in growth across its global footprint.