Banco Santander, S.A. - Form 6-K Filing

Banco Santander, S.A. announced on September 29, 2026, its board of directors approved an interim cash dividend payment of 12.7 euro cents per share against 2026 results. This represents approximately 25% of the Group's underlying profit for the first half of 2026 and aligns with the ordinary shareholder remuneration policy targeting 50% of the Group's underlying profit, split between cash dividends and share buybacks. The dividend will be paid from November 2, 2026, with the last day to trade shares for dividend entitlement being October 28, 2026. This interim distribution, combined with an ongoing share buyback program, constitutes the interim shareholder remuneration for the first half of 2026. The company also provided forward-looking statements and disclaimers regarding financial measures and potential risks.