About Banco Santander, S.A. Sponsored ADR (Spain) (SAN)
Banco Santander is a multinational financial services company based in Spain that offers a wide range of banking and financial products to individuals, businesses, and institutions. The bank provides services such as retail banking, corporate banking, investment banking, wealth management, and insurance. With a strong presence in Europe, Latin America, and the United States, Banco Santander focuses on delivering customer-centric solutions while promoting financial inclusion and sustainable practices in its operations. Through its extensive network of branches and digital platforms, the bank aims to enhance customer experience and drive economic growth in the communities it serves. Read More
Remitly’s fourth quarter results were met with strong approval from the market, reflecting both operational gains and robust customer growth. Management credited high-volume sender momentum and wider adoption of new products such as Flex and Remitly Business for driving send volume and revenue higher. CEO Matthew Oppenheimer emphasized the impact of AI-powered fraud prevention and efficiency measures on profitability, noting, “A recently upgraded fraud model, leveraging AI and integrated data across our platform, helped drive record low transaction losses.” The company also highlighted disciplined marketing spending and improved customer retention as additional contributors to outperformance.
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In a move that has sent shockwaves through the Atlantic banking corridor, Banco Santander (NYSE: SAN) announced on February 3, 2026, a definitive agreement to acquire Webster Financial Corporation (NYSE: WBS) for approximately $12.3 billion. This landmark transaction represents the largest U.S. bank acquisition by a European lender
Webster Financial Corporation (NYSE: WBS), the holding company for Webster Bank, N.A., today announced the signing of a definitive agreement under which Banco Santander, S.A. (“Santander”) (NYSE: SAN, Madrid: SAN) will acquire Webster in a cash-and-stock transaction. Under the terms of the agreement, Webster stockholders will receive $48.75 in cash and 2.0548 Santander American Depository Shares for each Webster common share. Based on Santander’s closing stock price on Monday, February 2, 2026, the transaction has an aggregate value of approximately $12.3 billion.
Santander Holdings USA, Inc. (“Santander US”) today announced findings from the latest Santander US Paths to Financial Prosperity study showing middle-income Americans’ continued resilience and optimism, even as inflation concerns persist. Results from the Q4 2025 survey show that consumers’ confidence in achieving financial prosperity remains at a three-year high, with 79% believing they are on the right track. This is further supported by households indicating that they feel secure in their jobs and are better able to manage prices.
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Santander Holdings USA, Inc. (“Santander US”) announced that David McClelland has been named Head of the Santander US Auto business, effective today. McClelland will be responsible for executing on the company’s Auto growth strategy, enhancing dealer and customer experiences, and managing manufacturer (OEM) relationships. In this capacity, he succeeds Bruce Jackson, who announced his retirement from the company.
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