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Santander raises total cash dividend by 19% in 2024

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Posted on February 26, 2025

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MADRID (Reuters) - Spain's Santander on Tuesday said its board had approved a total cash dividend of 0.21 euros ($0.2207) per share against 2024 results, a 19% rise from a year ago. This followed the

Santander raises total cash dividend by 19% in 2024

MADRID (Reuters) - Spain's Santander on Tuesday said its board had approved a total cash dividend of 0.21 euros ($0.2207) per share against 2024 results, a 19% rise from a year ago.

This followed the board's proposal of a final cash dividend for 2024 of 0.11 euros for approval at its shareholders meeting on April 4 that will be paid on May 2.

The total shareholder remuneration for the 2024 results will be approximately 6.3 billion euros, around 50% of its attributable profit for 2024, divided equally between cash dividends and share buybacks.

Earlier this month, Santander announced up to 10 billion euros in buybacks from 2025 and 2026 earnings and excess capital, in addition to its standard cash dividend distribution.

($1 = 0.9517 euros)

(Reporting by Jesús Aguado; editing by Pietro Lombardi)

Key Takeaways

  • Santander's board approved a 19% increase in total cash dividend for 2024.
  • The dividend per share is set at 0.21 euros.
  • Total shareholder remuneration for 2024 will be approximately 6.3 billion euros.
  • Santander plans up to 10 billion euros in buybacks from 2025 and 2026 earnings.
  • The dividend increase reflects 50% of Santander's attributable profit for 2024.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total cash dividend approved by Santander for 2024?
Santander's board approved a total cash dividend of 0.21 euros per share for 2024, which is a 19% increase from the previous year.
When will the final cash dividend be paid?
The final cash dividend of 0.11 euros will be paid on May 2, following approval at the shareholders meeting on April 4.
What is the total shareholder remuneration for 2024?
The total shareholder remuneration for 2024 is expected to be approximately 6.3 billion euros, which is around 50% of its attributable profit for the year.
What buyback plans did Santander announce?
Earlier this month, Santander announced plans for up to 10 billion euros in buybacks from its 2025 and 2026 earnings and excess capital.

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