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Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior, S.A. issues updates on Bladex, a Panama-based multinational bank established by Latin American and Caribbean central banks to promote foreign trade and regional economic integration. The bank provides financial solutions to financial institutions and corporations across the region, with activity centered on trade finance, lending, deposits, letters of credit, commitments, loan syndication and treasury functions.
Recurring updates include IFRS operating results, net interest income, fee and non-interest income, credit-risk and funding trends, quarterly dividends, debt issuance in regional capital markets, annual report filings, shareholder matters and strategy presentations describing the evolution of its trade-finance franchise and transactional banking platform.
Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior (NYSE: BLX) reported a net profit of $26.9 million for 3Q22, a 17% increase quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) and 71% year-on-year (YoY). The growth was primarily driven by a 23% rise in Net Interest Income (NII) to $40.2 million and an improved Return on Equity (ROE) of 10.3%. The bank's efficiency ratio improved to 31.6%, while credit quality remained strong with a non-performing loan (NPL) ratio of only 0.1%. The bank declared a quarterly dividend of $0.25 per share.
Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior (Bladex) has successfully closed a US$130 million 7-year Senior Secured Amortizing Facility for Favorita Fruit Co. Ltd. Bladex acted as Sole Lead Arranger and Administrative Agent for this transaction.
Favorita, one of Ecuador's largest agricultural companies, focuses on banana production, agricultural input distribution, and dairy processing. The funds from this facility will be utilized for capex investments and debt repayment. This deal marks the fourth international syndicated facility for Favorita since 2015, indicating significant support from 11 financial institutions.
Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior, S.A. (NYSE: BLX) invites participation in its 3Q22 conference call on November 2, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. ET. The call will address third quarter earnings, which will be released on November 1, 2022, after market closure. CEO Jorge Salas and CFO Ana Graciela de Méndez will present. Investors can join via phone or through a live webcast on the company's website. Bladex has operated since 1979, promoting foreign trade in Latin America and the Caribbean, and is listed on the NYSE since 1992.
Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior (BLX), based in Panama, announced a virtual investor day set for November 14, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. EDT. The event will provide insights into the Bank's business strategies, market opportunities, and profitability plans, presented by its executive management team. Attendees will receive registration confirmations and a detailed agenda later. Bladex, established by 23 Latin American central banks, promotes regional trade and economic integration, serving financial institutions and corporations across multiple countries.
Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior, S.A. (BLX) announced a significant issuance of Cebures valued at MXN 5,493 million in the Mexican capital markets. This dual-tranche bond includes 3.5-year notes with a floating coupon and 5-year notes at M-Bono+70 basis points. With robust demand from pension funds and asset managers, the issuance showcases investor confidence in Bladex's financial stability. Rated 'mxAAA' by Standard & Poor's and 'AAA(mex)' by Fitch Mexico, the proceeds will support growth initiatives in Latin America and Mexico, enhancing Bladex's footprint in the region.
Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior (NYSE: BLX) reported a strong financial performance for 2Q22, achieving a profit of $23.0 million, a remarkable increase of 107% quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) and 63% year-over-year (YoY). Net Interest Income (NII) rose to $32.7 million (+27% QoQ, +56% YoY), driven by higher lending rates and volumes. The credit portfolio reached a record $8.7 billion (+3% QoQ, +33% YoY). Bladex also declared a quarterly dividend of $0.25 per share. The Bank maintains robust asset quality, with Non-Performing Loans (NPLs) at 0.2% of the total loan portfolio.
Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior (Bladex) announced a quarterly cash dividend of US$0.25 per share for the second quarter of 2022. The dividend is payable on August 30, 2022 to shareholders on record as of August 15, 2022. As of June 30, 2022, Bladex had 36,330,555.73 shares outstanding. Established in 1979, Bladex is a multinational bank promoting foreign trade and economic integration in Latin America and the Caribbean, and is listed on NYSE under the ticker BLX.
Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior, S.A. (NYSE: BLX) will host a conference call to discuss its 2Q22 results and business strategy update on August 4, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. ET. The call will be led by CEO Jorge Salas and CFO Ana Graciela de Méndez. The earnings release will be published on August 3, 2022, after market close, with details available on the company's website. Stakeholders are encouraged to join the discussion via provided dial-in numbers.
Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior, S.A. (Bladex; NYSE: BLX) announced on June 23, 2022, the appointment of Carlos Daniel Raad as the new Executive Vice President and Head of Investor Relations. Raad brings over 18 years of experience from Bancolombia, where he held multiple roles, including Director of Investor Relations. His expertise is expected to enhance communication of Bladex's strategy and growth opportunities. Bladex, established in 1979, promotes foreign trade in Latin America and is listed on the NYSE since 1992.
Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior (Bladex) has announced a quarterly cash dividend of US$0.25 per share for Q1 2022. This payment will be made on June 1, 2022, to shareholders on record as of May 16, 2022. Bladex has 36,267,555.73 shares outstanding as of March 31, 2022, emphasizing its commitment to shareholder returns. Established in 1979, Bladex supports foreign trade and economic integration in Latin America and the Caribbean, further underscoring its role as a vital financial institution in the region.