BSAC

Current Stock Performance: Banco Santander Chile's shares have surpassed the average analyst 12-month target price of $22.00, trading at $22.11/share, prompting analysts to consider either downgrading their valuation or raising their target prices based on the company's performance.

Analyst Insights: The average target price reflects a consensus from multiple analysts, with estimates ranging from $21.00 to $24.00, indicating varying opinions on the stock's future potential and encouraging investors to reassess their positions.

Annual Report Filing: Banco Santander Chile has filed its Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

Access to Report: The 2024 Annual Report is available on the SEC's website and Santander Chile's corporate website, and shareholders can request a free hard copy from the Investor Relations Office.

Financial Performance: Banco Santander-Chile reported a Q4 GAAP EPADR of $0.59, with revenues increasing by 68.2% year-over-year to Ch$423.49B and a quarterly ROAE of 26.0%, maintaining above 20% for three consecutive quarters.

Market Analysis: The bank's efficiency ratio stood at 36.5%, while the cost to assets ratio rose to 1.5%. Additionally, BofA downgraded Credicorp and BSAC, suggesting that stronger fundamentals are already reflected in the stock prices.

Leadership Changes at Santander: Christiana Riley has been appointed as the new CEO of Santander in the U.S., succeeding Tim Wennes, amid a global restructuring that will eliminate regional divisions and implement five global units.

Expansion Plans and Digital Banking: Santander is focusing on expanding its presence in the U.S. market, particularly in corporate and investment banking, while also aiming to establish a full-service digital bank by 2025 to enhance its consumer banking capabilities.

Leadership Change at Banco Santander Chile: Mr. Andrés Trautmann Buc will become the new CEO and Country Head of Banco Santander Chile on July 1, 2025, succeeding Mr. Román Blanco Reinosa, who has led significant transformations in the bank's business models and technology during his tenure.

Bank Performance and Achievements: Under Mr. Blanco's leadership, Santander Chile achieved a 26% ROAE in Q4 2024 and a total profit of $865 billion pesos, while also enhancing its risk ratings and expanding its operations with innovative banking solutions.

Leadership Change at Banco Santander Chile: Andres Trautmann Buc will succeed Roman Blanco Reinosa as CEO and Country Head of Banco Santander Chile on July 1, 2025, while Blanco will remain in his position until then.

Trautmann's Background: Trautmann has been with Santander since 2018, serving as the Head of Markets and later as Executive Vice President of Corporate & Investment Banking.

Financial Performance: Banco Santander-Chile reported a Q4 GAAP EPS of $4.55, with net income attributable to shareholders reaching $277 billion, reflecting a 13.7% increase and a quarterly ROAE of 26.0%, marking three consecutive quarters above 20%.

Income Growth: The bank's net interest and readjustment income for the year ending December 31, 2024, rose by 62.1% compared to 2023.

Strong Financial Performance: Banco Santander Chile reported a net income of $858 billion for 2024, marking a 72.8% increase year-over-year, with a return on average equity (ROAE) of 20.2%. The bank also experienced significant growth in operating income and customer base, particularly in digital banking.

Robust Capital and Market Position: The bank maintains solid capital levels with a BIS ratio of 17.1% and a CET1 ratio of 10.5%, while holding the largest market share in loans and deposits in Chile. It has received multiple recognitions for its sustainability efforts and is rated highly among Latin American banks.

Conference Call Announcement: Banco Santander Chile will hold a conference call-webcast on February 7, 2025, at 11:00 AM EST to discuss its 4Q 2024 financial results, featuring key bank officers and a Q&A session afterward.

Financial Overview: As of September 30, 2024, Banco Santander Chile reported total assets of approximately $73.4 billion, gross loans of about $45 billion, deposits of around $33 billion, and a BIS capital ratio of 17.2%, maintaining a stable outlook with high credit ratings from multiple agencies.

Conference Call Announcement: Banco Santander Chile will host a conference call-webcast on February 7, 2025, at 11:00 AM EST to discuss its fourth quarter 2024 financial results, featuring key officers including CFO Patricia Pérez and Chief Economist Andrés Sansone.

Financial Overview: As of September 30, 2024, the bank reported significant total assets, gross loans, and deposits, with a BIS capital ratio of 17.2%, while holding high risk ratings from various agencies with a stable outlook.

Stock Performance Overview: BSAC's stock has a 52-week low of $17.725 and a high of $21.43, with the last trade recorded at $19.62.

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New CFO Appointment: Banco Santander Chile has appointed Patricia Pérez as its new Chief Financial Officer, making her the first woman to hold this position in the local subsidiary. She has 18 years of experience within the organization and previously served as Head of Asset & Liability Management.

Bank's Financial Overview: As of September 30, 2024, Banco Santander Chile reported total assets of approximately $73.4 billion, gross loans of about $45 billion, and total deposits of around $33 billion, maintaining a strong capital ratio of 17.2%.

Banco Santander-Chile vs ICICI Bank: Banco Santander-Chile (BSAC) is currently more attractive to value investors compared to ICICI Bank Limited (IBN), as it has a better Zacks Rank (#2 vs #4) and superior valuation metrics, including a lower forward P/E ratio and a favorable PEG ratio.

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Conference Call Announcement: Banco Santander Chile will hold a conference call-webcast on October 30, 2024, at 11:00 AM EST to discuss its 3Q 2024 financial results, featuring key bank officers and a Q&A session afterward.

Financial Overview: As of June 30, 2024, Banco Santander Chile reported total assets of approximately $72.4 billion, gross loans of about $43 billion, and a BIS capital ratio of 17.4%, maintaining strong credit ratings from various agencies.

Banco Santander-Chile Upgrade: Goldman Sachs upgraded Banco Santander-Chile from Sell to Neutral, citing strong earnings potential and favorable macroeconomic conditions in Chile compared to other Andean banks, with an expected EPS growth of 24% from 2023 to 2026.

Bancolombia Downgrade: Conversely, Bancolombia was downgraded from Neutral to Sell due to weak earnings momentum and challenges in loan growth stemming from high interest rates and inflation, with profitability projected to decline through 2026.

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Earnings Report: Banco Santander Chile reported Q2 2024 earnings per share of 49 cents, meeting analyst expectations, but its revenue of $534.55 million fell short of the estimated $685.66 million by 22.04%.

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• Shares of Banco Santander Chile have surpassed the average analyst target price, prompting potential reactions from analysts based on valuation and business developments.
• The average target price is $20.48/share, with varying analyst targets ranging from $18.90 to $22.00, indicating a standard deviation of $1.33.