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Bladex Q1 2025 Earnings Report
Bladex announced its First Quarter 2025 financial results, reporting a net profit of $51.7 million and an annualized return on equity of 15.4%.
Key Takeaways
Bladex reported a net profit of $51.7 million for the first quarter of 2025, a 1% increase year-over-year, driven by strong top-line performance with total revenues increasing 7% year-over-year. The annualized return on equity reached 15.4%.
Net Profits increased 1% year-over-year to $51.7 million in 1Q25.
Total revenues increased 7% year-over-year to $77.9 million.
Net Interest Income increased 4% year-over-year to $65.3 million, driven by increased business volumes.
Credit Portfolio reached an all-time high of $11,950 million, up 22% year-over-year, due to strong credit demand and business growth.
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Forward Guidance
The Board of Directors approved a quarterly common dividend of $0.625 per share for 1Q25, payable on June 3, 2025, to shareholders registered as of May 16, 2025.
Positive Outlook
- Continued strong credit demand and business growth from new client onboarding and product cross-selling.
- Ample and constant access to interbank and debt capital markets for funding.
- Well-diversified funding sources across geographies and currencies.
- Maintenance of a robust reserve coverage for impaired credits.
- Strategic initiatives enhancing the deposit base and overall funding structure.
Challenges Ahead
- Impact of lower market rates on Net Interest Margin.
- Increased USD market liquidity driving competitive pricing.
- Increased headcount and ongoing investments in technology and business initiatives leading to higher operating expenses.
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