Strong Financial Performance
Net income increased by $32 million to $210 million, with EPS improving by 21% to $3.09. The return on tangible common equity (ROTCE) was 13.3%, up by 190 basis points from last quarter.
Loan and Deposit Growth
Loans grew by $931 million during the quarter, with significant contributions from both BPPR and PB. Deposit balances increased by $1.4 billion, with noninterest-bearing deposits accounting for a significant portion of the growth.
Capital Actions and Shareholder Returns
Announced a new $500 million stock repurchase program and a 7% increase in the quarterly common stock dividend to $0.75 per share.
Improved Credit Quality
Credit quality metrics improved with lower nonperforming loans (NPLs), lower inflows, and lower net charge-offs. The allowance for credit losses increased slightly due to portfolio growth and economic assumptions.
Noninterest Income and Expense Management
Noninterest income was $168 million, above the high end of the quarterly guidance. Despite higher operating expenses, efforts are being made to mitigate costs through sustainable efficiency measures.