Net Income and EPS Growth
Reported net income of $211 million and EPS of $3.15, marking an increase of $1 million and $0.06 per share, respectively.
Expanding Net Interest Margin
Net interest margin expanded by 2 basis points on a GAAP basis and by 5 basis points on a tax equivalent basis due to loan growth and tax-exempt investment securities.
Strong Loan Growth
Loan growth of $502 million with both BPPR and Popular Bank contributing, driven by commercial and construction lending.
Tourism and Hospitality Sector Strength
Tourism sector benefited significantly from events such as Bad Bunny's concert residency, leading to an increase in tourism activity during a typically slow period.
Strategic Framework and Transformation Progress
Significant progress in digital banking initiatives, including online loan origination processes and expansion of digital deposit products.
Reduction in Effective Tax Rate
The effective tax rate was reduced to 14.5% from 18.5%, driven by higher exempt income and changes to Puerto Rico's tax code.