Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria S.A. Boosts Stake in Home Depot

Spanish banking giant increases ownership in leading U.S. home improvement retailer

Mar. 16, 2026 at 8:19am

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Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria S.A. (BBVA), a major Spanish banking group, has increased its stake in The Home Depot, Inc. (NYSE: HD) by 18.4% in the third quarter, according to a recent SEC filing. BBVA now owns 37,155 shares of the home improvement retailer's stock, valued at $15,051,000 as of the filing.

Why it matters

The move by BBVA, one of the largest banks in Europe, signals continued confidence in Home Depot's long-term growth potential. As a major institutional investor, BBVA's increased stake could influence other investors and impact the stock price.

The details

According to the SEC filing, BBVA purchased an additional 5,765 shares of Home Depot stock during the third quarter, bringing its total ownership to 37,155 shares. This represents an 18.4% increase in BBVA's position in the home improvement retailer.

  • BBVA increased its stake in Home Depot during the 3rd quarter of 2026.

The players

Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria S.A.

A major Spanish banking group and one of the largest financial institutions in Europe.

The Home Depot, Inc.

A leading home improvement retailer that operates large-format stores and an integrated online platform.

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The takeaway

BBVA's increased stake in Home Depot suggests the Spanish bank sees continued growth potential in the U.S. home improvement market, which could be a positive sign for Home Depot's future performance.