The earnings call presented a strong performance for OFG Bancorp with significant growth in earnings, digital adoption, and customer base. However, the increase in provision for credit losses and higher noninterest expenses posed challenges.
Company Guidance
In the fourth quarter of 2024, OFG Bancorp reported a strong performance with earnings per share of $1.09, marking an 11.2% increase year-over-year, supported by a 3.6% rise in total core revenues to $182 million. The net interest margin stood at 5.4%, while the provision for credit losses increased to $30.2 million. Noninterest expenses were recorded at $99.7 million, impacting pretax income, yet offset by lower taxes. The company ended the year with total assets of $11.5 billion, up 1.4% from the previous year, and customer deposits of $9.4 billion. Loan production was robust at $609 million, contributing to loans held for investment totaling $7.8 billion. The capital position remained strong with a CET1 ratio of 14.26%, despite $46 million in stock buybacks, leaving $29.7 million on the buyback authorization. For the full year, OFG achieved earnings per share of $4.23, a 10.4% increase, with total core revenues reaching $710 million and a net interest margin of 5.43%. The company also navigated market changes, acquiring a $1.7 billion mortgage servicing portfolio and increasing its dividend by 14%. Digital initiatives played a significant role, with digital transactions comprising 96% of routine retail activities, underlining OFG's strategic focus on digital adoption and operational efficiency.
Earnings Growth and Share Buyback
Earnings per share were up 11.2% year-over-year with a total of $46 million in common shares repurchased in Q4 2024.
Strong Digital Adoption
Digital adoption saw a 12% increase in enrollment, 54% in digital loan payments, and 34% in virtual teller utilization.
Capital Management and Dividend Increase
Acquired servicing rights to a $1.7 billion mortgage loan portfolio and increased the quarterly dividend by 14%.
Loan Production and Customer Growth
New loan production totaled $609 million with a customer growth rate of 5% year-over-year.
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OFG Bancorp (OFG) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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OFG Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Jan 22, 2025
$44.74
$44.10
-1.43%
Oct 16, 2024
$44.60
$41.11
-7.83%
Jul 18, 2024
$42.57
$42.51
-0.14%
Apr 18, 2024
$32.76
$32.83
+0.21%
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FAQ
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OFG Bancorp (OFG) is schdueled to report earning on Jan 22, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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