Popular Inc ( (BPOP) ) has released its Q4 earnings. Here is a breakdown of the information Popular Inc presented to its investors.
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Popular, Inc., a leading financial institution in Puerto Rico, specializes in providing retail, mortgage, and commercial banking services across Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and certain U.S. states. As the primary subsidiary of Banco Popular de Puerto Rico, the company also engages in investment banking, broker-dealer, and insurance services.
In its latest earnings report for the fourth quarter of 2024, Popular, Inc. reported a net income of $177.8 million, marking an increase from the previous quarter. The company’s annual net income for 2024 reached $614.2 million, demonstrating a positive growth trajectory compared to the previous year.
Key financial highlights from the report include an increase in net interest income to $590.8 million and a rise in net interest margin to 3.35% for Q4 2024. The company also noted stable credit quality metrics, with a decrease in non-performing loans and a slight increase in net charge-offs. Popular, Inc. boosted its deposit balances by $1.2 billion from the previous quarter and strengthened its capital position by repurchasing shares and increasing dividends.
Looking ahead, Popular, Inc. remains optimistic about 2025 as it continues to leverage the ongoing improvements in the Puerto Rican economy and its own strong franchise position. The company’s management is focused on enhancing customer experience and modernizing its customer channels to sustain growth.
