Banco Santander, S.A. is projected to report earnings per share of 0.83 for the current year, with analysts maintaining a consensus "Buy" rating despite some downgrades. Institutional investors have increased their stakes, with QRG Capital Management acquiring 125,929 shares, bringing its total to 1,816,806 shares valued at $8.3 million. The stock opened at $6.38, showing a significant increase from its 1-year low of $4.07, while analysts have noted a positive outlook on its performance.