Banco Latinoamericano De Comercio ( (BLX) ) has released its Q2 earnings. Here is a breakdown of the information Banco Latinoamericano De Comercio presented to its investors.
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Banco Latinoamericano De Comercio Exterior, S.A. (Bladex) is a multinational bank based in Panama, established to promote foreign trade and economic integration across Latin America and the Caribbean, with a focus on financial intermediation and treasury services.
In its latest earnings report for the second quarter of 2025, Bladex announced a net profit of $64.2 million, marking a 28% year-over-year increase. The bank’s annualized return on equity reached 18.5%, supported by strong revenue growth and strategic execution.
Key financial highlights include a record net interest income of $67.7 million, driven by higher business volumes and stable margins. Fee income also reached a record $19.9 million, bolstered by robust performance across all business lines. The bank’s credit portfolio grew to an all-time high of $12,182 million, with a significant portion in low-risk categories.
Bladex maintained a strong liquidity position with $1,959 million in liquid assets, primarily held with the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. The bank’s capital adequacy ratios remained solid, with a Tier 1 Basel III Capital Ratio of 15.0%.
Looking ahead, Bladex’s management remains focused on executing its strategic initiatives, maintaining strong asset quality, and leveraging its diversified funding sources to support continued growth in the region.