Equity Profile

SAN

Banco Santander, S.A.

FinancialsDiversified Banks$195.6B

Jul22Wed

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026Pre-Market9:00 AM EDT

Company Snapshot

Banco Santander, S.A. is a major global bank based in Spain, providing a wide range of financial services including retail banking, corporate banking, and investment solutions....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a crucial indicator of the bank's profitability and financial health, which investors will closely monitor this quarter.

Not available

Net Interest Margin

This metric reflects the bank's efficiency in generating income from its lending activities, which is vital in a rising interest rate environment.

Not available

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SAN Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Banco Santander, S.A. is a major global bank based in Spain, providing a wide range of financial services including retail banking, corporate banking, and investment solutions. With a market cap of $196 billion, it plays a significant role in the financial sector, especially in Europe and Latin America, where consumer spending and economic recovery are key themes.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

50%

Avg EPS Surprise

+7.32%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.29%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, Banco Santander reported an EPS of $0.27, falling short of the expected $0.29, resulting in a slight decline in stock price the following day. The bank's performance reflects ongoing challenges in the financial sector amid economic fluctuations.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are cautiously optimistic about Banco Santander's upcoming earnings, hoping for signs of recovery in loan growth and net interest margins. However, the recent EPS miss has created some uncertainty.

Bull Case

If the bank shows strong loan growth and improved net interest margins, it could indicate a robust recovery in consumer and business lending, driving the stock higher.

Bear Case

On the other hand, if the bank continues to struggle with profitability and fails to meet expectations, it could lead to further declines in stock price and investor confidence.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will be the reported loan growth rate this quarter?

Loan growth is a key indicator of demand for credit and overall economic health, which will significantly impact the bank's revenue.

How has the net interest margin changed compared to last quarter?

Net interest margin is crucial for understanding the bank's profitability, especially in a rising interest rate environment.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The market may be underestimating the potential for a rebound in loan growth, as economic conditions improve in key markets.

Supporting Evidence

Options are pricing a significant move, indicating heightened expectations for volatility that may not align with actual performance.

The recent EPS miss could have created overly cautious sentiment, leading to undervaluation of the bank's recovery potential.

Key Risk

If loan growth exceeds 5%, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment and shift market expectations.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core thesis this quarter revolves around the bank's ability to grow loans and maintain a healthy net interest margin amidst economic uncertainties.

Bull Confirmed If

A loan growth rate of over 5% would confirm the bull case, indicating strong demand for credit.

Bear Confirmed If

Conversely, a net interest margin decline below 1.5% would confirm the bear case, suggesting ongoing profitability challenges.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±13.82%

Historical Avg

±3.7%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that investors expect volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±13.8% while SAN has averaged ±3.7% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.3%

30d HV

36.0%

Calls (12K)P/C Ratio: 0.43Puts (60K)

Edge

Institutional Ownership

Smart-money positioning from the most recent 13F filings.

Mixed flows

Institutional

3.11%

of float

Insider

0.00%

of float

Holders

666

institutions

Top Holders· as of Dec 2025

Fisher Asset Management, LLC
96,865,591 sh · $1.2B
0.66%
-10.0%

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Banco Santander beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by about 0.26%, confirming a positive outlook for the bank's recovery.

In-Line / Cautious

An in-line report may lead to muted reactions, with management commentary driving the stock's movement as investors assess future guidance.

Miss

If the bank misses expectations again, history suggests a potential decline of around 0.31%, further eroding investor confidence.

Preparation

Congressional Activity

House & Senate STOCK Act disclosures over the trailing 6 months.

Trades

1 buy·0 sells

Members

House only

Est. Notional

$1,001.00–$15,000.00

disclosed dollar ranges

Most Active Members

D-CAGilbert CisnerosRep.
1

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on loan growth rates and demand for credit.
2Management's commentary on net interest margin trends.
3Insights into regional performance, particularly in Europe and Latin America.
4Any changes in guidance regarding future profitability.
5Responses to macroeconomic factors affecting the banking sector.

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Company Snapshot

Banco Santander, S.A. is a major global bank based in Spain, providing a wide range of financial services including retail banking, corporate banking, and investment solutions....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a crucial indicator of the bank's profitability and financial health, which investors will closely monitor this quarter.

Not available

Net Interest Margin

This metric reflects the bank's efficiency in generating income from its lending activities, which is vital in a rising interest rate environment.

Not available

1 more metrics, Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

SAN Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

50%

Avg EPS Surprise

+7.32%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.29%

Last Quarter Recap

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If the bank shows strong loan growth and improved net interest margins, it could indicate a robust recovery in consumer and business lending, driving the stock higher.

Bear Case

On the other hand, if the bank continues to struggle with profitability and fails to meet expectations, it could lead to further declines in stock price and investor confidence.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will be the reported loan growth rate this quarter?

Loan growth is a key indicator of demand for credit and overall economic health, which will significantly impact the bank's revenue.

How has the net interest margin changed compared to last quarter?

Net interest margin is crucial for understanding the bank's profitability, especially in a rising interest rate environment.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The market may be underestimating the potential for a rebound in loan growth, as economic conditions improve in key markets.

Supporting Evidence

Options are pricing a significant move, indicating heightened expectations for volatility that may not align with actual performance.

The recent EPS miss could have created overly cautious sentiment, leading to undervaluation of the bank's recovery potential.

Key Risk

If loan growth exceeds 5%, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment and shift market expectations.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The core thesis this quarter revolves around the bank's ability to grow loans and maintain a healthy net interest margin amidst economic uncertainties.

Bull Confirmed If

A loan growth rate of over 5% would confirm the bull case, indicating strong demand for credit.

Bear Confirmed If

Conversely, a net interest margin decline below 1.5% would confirm the bear case, suggesting ongoing profitability challenges.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±13.82%

Historical Avg

±3.7%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that investors expect volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±13.8% while SAN has averaged ±3.7% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.3%

30d HV

36.0%

Calls (12K)P/C Ratio: 0.43Puts (60K)

Edge

Institutional Ownership

Smart-money positioning from the most recent 13F filings.

Mixed flows

Institutional

3.11%

of float

Insider

0.00%

of float

Holders

666

institutions

Top Holders· as of Dec 2025

Fisher Asset Management, LLC
96,865,591 sh · $1.2B
0.66%
-10.0%

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Banco Santander beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by about 0.26%, confirming a positive outlook for the bank's recovery.

In-Line / Cautious

An in-line report may lead to muted reactions, with management commentary driving the stock's movement as investors assess future guidance.

Miss

If the bank misses expectations again, history suggests a potential decline of around 0.31%, further eroding investor confidence.

Preparation

Congressional Activity

House & Senate STOCK Act disclosures over the trailing 6 months.

Trades

1 buy·0 sells

Members

House only

Est. Notional

$1,001.00–$15,000.00

disclosed dollar ranges

Most Active Members

D-CAGilbert CisnerosRep.
1

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on loan growth rates and demand for credit.
2Management's commentary on net interest margin trends.
3Insights into regional performance, particularly in Europe and Latin America.
4Any changes in guidance regarding future profitability.
5Responses to macroeconomic factors affecting the banking sector.