First BanCorp reported a net income of $82.0 million for Q3 2023, with a return on average assets of 1.72%. The results were driven by loan growth, disciplined expense management and positive economic trends in the main market, Puerto Rico.
Net income reached $82.0 million, with diluted earnings per share of $0.46.
Return on average assets was strong at 1.72%.
Total loans increased by 1.5% during the quarter.
The corporation expects to continue repurchasing shares of common stock during the fourth quarter under the 2023 capital plan authorization of $225 million.
First BanCorp. expects to continue repurchasing shares of common stock during the fourth quarter under the 2023 capital plan authorization of $225 million.