Banco Latinoamericano De Stock Price, News & Analysis

Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior (NYSE: BLX) reported strong Q2 2025 results with net profit of $64.2 million, up 28% year-over-year, and earnings per share of $1.73. The bank achieved an annualized Return on Equity of 18.5%, marking a 222 basis points improvement YoY.

Key highlights include record-high Net Interest Income of $67.7 million (+8% YoY), record Fee Income of $19.9 million (+59% YoY), and an all-time high Credit Portfolio of $12.2 billion (+18% YoY). The bank maintained strong asset quality with 97.9% of credits in Stage 1, while maintaining a healthy efficiency ratio of 23.1%.

The bank's deposit base reached a new peak of $6.4 billion (+23% YoY), representing 62% of total funding. BLX maintains strong capital ratios with Tier 1 Basel III at 15.0% and declared a quarterly dividend of $0.625 per share.

Bladex (NYSE:BLX) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.625 per share for the second quarter of 2025. The dividend will be paid on September 3, 2025, to stockholders of record as of August 15, 2025.

The multinational bank, established by central banks of Latin American and Caribbean countries, has 37,231,194.86 outstanding shares as of June 30, 2025. Bladex operates from its headquarters in Panama with offices across multiple countries including Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, the United States, and maintains a Representative License in Peru.

Bladex (NYSE: BLX) and IDB Invest have jointly arranged a $205 million financing package for Tigo El Salvador to expand broadband infrastructure and enhance digital inclusion. The package consists of a $150 million loan (split equally between both institutions), a $30 million Revolving Credit Facility, and a $25 million Digital Account Receivables Discount Facility.

The financing will support Tigo's network expansion, infrastructure enhancement, and debt refinancing while facilitating affordable access to smartphones and digital services. The Digital Discount Facility will enable IDB Invest to purchase receivables from Tigo, supporting device financing for middle and low-income users.

Bladex (NYSE:BLX) has scheduled its Second Quarter 2025 earnings conference call for Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at 11:00 AM ET. The company's CEO Jorge Salas and CFO Annette van Hoorde de Solís will lead the presentation.

The Q2 2025 earnings release will be published on Monday, August 4, 2025, after market close. Both the earnings release and webcast presentation will be accessible through the bank's corporate website.

Bladex (NYSE: BLX) has successfully led a USD 120 million syndicated loan for Sudameris Bank, a leading Paraguayan financial institution. The oversubscribed transaction, completed in under two months, attracted ten financial entities, with six being first-time partners with Sudameris.

The loan will support Sudameris Bank's expansion in Paraguay by increasing financing options for SMEs and corporations. Sudameris currently holds leading positions in industrial, livestock, and agricultural lending segments. The deal showcases Bladex's expertise in structuring regional financial solutions and demonstrates international confidence in Paraguay's macroeconomic stability.

Bladex (NYSE: BLX) and Silver Birch Finance have established a strategic alliance to enhance working capital financing access for Latin American businesses. The partnership leverages Bladex's regional expertise and institutional strength alongside Silver Birch's specialized structuring capabilities.

The collaboration has already demonstrated success through completed programs in various sectors across Colombia, Guatemala, Mexico, Panama, Peru, Puerto Rico, and the Dominican Republic. The alliance aims to address the foreign trade financing gap in Latin America by offering innovative and flexible financial products tailored to market needs.

Bladex (BLX) has successfully coordinated a US$1.6 billion syndicated credit facility for Staatsolie, alongside Afreximbank and 16 other financial institutions. The facility will help finance Staatsolie's 20% stake in the GranMorgu offshore oil project in Suriname's Block 58. The project, operated by TotalEnergies, represents Suriname's largest project financing transaction to date. GranMorgu's recoverable resources exceed 750 million barrels, with production expected to start by mid-2028. The project features an innovative FPSO unit capable of producing 220,000 barrels per day. With capital investments of US$12 billion, the project is projected to generate over US$26 billion in revenue for Staatsolie and Suriname's government, create 6,000 jobs, and significantly boost the country's economic development.

Bladex (NYSE: BLX) has announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.625 per share for the first quarter of 2025. The dividend will be paid on June 3, 2025 to stockholders of record as of May 16, 2025. The bank currently has 37,154,366.86 shares outstanding across all classes.

Bladex, headquartered in Panama, is a multinational bank established by central banks of Latin American and Caribbean countries. Founded in 1979, it operates offices in Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, the United States, and maintains a Representative License in Peru. The bank has been listed on the NYSE since 1992 and focuses on promoting foreign trade and economic integration in the Latin American region.

Bladex (NYSE: BLX) reported strong Q1 2025 financial results with a net profit of $51.7 million ($1.40 per share), achieving a 15.4% annualized ROE. Total revenues increased 7% YoY to $77.9 million, driven by a 4% rise in Net Interest Income to $65.3 million and 12% growth in Fee Income to $10.6 million. The bank reached a new record Credit Portfolio of $11.95 billion (+22% YoY), with Commercial Portfolio at $10.69 billion (+23% YoY). Asset quality remained strong with 97.9% of credits in low-risk category. The bank maintained healthy capital ratios with Tier 1 Basel III at 15.1% and declared a quarterly dividend of $0.625 per share. Deposits reached an all-time high of $5.86 billion, representing 57% of total funding sources.