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Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior, S.A. (Bladex) (NYSE: BLX) generates a steady flow of news tied to trade finance, commercial banking, and capital markets activity across Latin America and the Caribbean. As a Panama-based multinational bank established by regional central banks to promote foreign trade and economic integration, its announcements often highlight how it supports cross-border commerce and strategic projects in the region.
News items commonly cover quarterly and interim financial results prepared under IFRS, where Bladex reports net profits, net interest income, fee income from letters of credit and credit commitments, credit portfolio growth, asset quality indicators, and capital and liquidity metrics under Basel III. These releases provide context on the performance of its Commercial and Treasury business segments and the evolution of its Commercial Portfolio and deposit base.
Bladex also issues press releases on structured and syndicated loans in which it participates as joint lead arranger, sole lead arranger, or bookrunner for corporate and infrastructure clients. Examples include pre-export facilities for energy companies and syndicated loans supporting acquisitions and expansion in sectors such as cement and power generation. Such transactions illustrate the bank’s role in financing exports, infrastructure, and industrial development.
Capital markets and funding developments are another recurring theme, including announcements about Additional Tier 1 (AT1) capital offerings and bond issuances in regional markets. In addition, Bladex communicates strategic and technology initiatives, such as the adoption of treasury and capital markets platforms to support its transformation into a broader transactional trade banking platform.
Investors and analysts following BLX news can use this page to review earnings releases, dividend announcements, loan transactions, capital issuances, and strategic updates that shape the bank’s risk profile, earnings mix, and regional footprint over time.
Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior, S.A. (Bladex) has filed its annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2020, with the SEC. The report contains audited financial statements, accessible through the SEC's website or Bladex's website. Established in 1979, Bladex promotes foreign trade and economic integration in Latin America and the Caribbean. It is listed on the NYSE under the symbol BLX, with shareholders including central and commercial banks from 23 Latin American countries, as well as institutional and retail investors.
Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior (Bladex) announced the closing of a US$300 million senior secured term loan for Investment Energy Resources Limited (CMI Energía) as part of a US$1.0 billion financial optimization strategy. The loan, guaranteed by CMI Energía's renewable energy projects, aims to strengthen the Company's financial structure. CMI Energía is a leading renewable energy player in Central America, operating over 800MW of assets. This transaction also marks CMI's debut in the green bond market with a concurrent US$700 million issuance.
Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior (BLX) will announce its First Quarter 2021 Earnings on May 5, 2021.
The announcement will be made before the market opens, with a conference call scheduled for 11:00 a.m. ET. CEO Jorge Salas and CFO Ana Graciela de Méndez will present the results.
Interested parties can join the call by dialing 1-877-271-1828 (U.S.) or 1-334-323-9871 (international), using the passcode 68251167. The event will also be webcast live on the company's website.
Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior (Bladex) announced a quarterly cash dividend of US$0.25 per share for the fourth quarter of 2020. The dividend is payable on March 10, 2021, to stockholders of record as of February 23, 2021. Bladex had 39,677,940 shares outstanding as of December 31, 2020. Established in 1979, Bladex promotes foreign trade and economic integration in Latin America and the Caribbean and is listed on the NYSE under the ticker BLX.
Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior (BLX) reported mixed results for 4Q20 and FY20, with net interest income declining by 16% YoY to $92.5 million and total revenues of $99.2 million, down from $126.7 million in 2019. Profit for FY20 decreased 26% to $63.6 million, while 4Q20 profit rose slightly to $15.7 million. The Commercial Portfolio grew 9% QoQ, reaching $5.6 billion, supported by a 18% increase in loan origination. The bank's asset quality improved, with credit-impaired loans falling to 0.22%. A quarterly dividend of $0.25 per share was approved for payment on March 10, 2021.
Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior (Bladex) has scheduled its Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2020 Earnings Release for February 12, 2021, before the market opens. Jorge Salas, CEO, and Ana Graciela de Méndez, CFO will present during the earnings call at 11:00 a.m. ET. Participants can join via phone or through a live webcast on the company’s website. Further details, including contact information for investor relations, are provided in the press release.
Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior (Bladex) has announced a quarterly cash dividend of US$0.25 per share for the third quarter of 2020. The dividend will be payable on November 25, 2020, to shareholders on record as of November 9, 2020. As of September 30, 2020, Bladex reported 39,671,940.23 shares outstanding. Established in 1979, Bladex promotes foreign trade in the Latin American and Caribbean regions and is listed on the NYSE under the ticker BLX.
Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior (BLX) reported its third quarter and nine months results for 2020, highlighting a 9% quarter-on-quarter profit growth to $15.4 million despite ongoing challenges. Key metrics include a Tier 1 Capital Ratio of 26.5% and a 6% QoQ increase in the Credit Portfolio. Notably, the Bank successfully placed a $400 million bond, oversubscribed four times. Although net interest income decreased by 15% YoY, fee income rose by 35% QoQ. The Board declared a $0.25 quarterly dividend, payable November 25, 2020.
Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior (BLX) will announce its Third Quarter 2020 earnings on October 27, 2020, before the market opens. The earnings release will be followed by a live webcast presentation at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time featuring CEO Jorge Salas and CFO Ana Graciela de Méndez. Investors can dial in for participation using the provided numbers. The earnings results will be accessible through the company's website.
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