Recent Updates — BLX
Bladex announced third-quarter 2026 results showing a net profit of $63.2 million, representing a 15% increase from the prior year period. Earnings per share were $1.48, while adjusted annualized return on equity stood at 15.0%. Net interest income reached an all-time high of $79.8 million, driven by higher average business volumes and improved funding spreads. The bank's credit portfolio grew to a record $16.58 billion, supported by strong commercial lending activity. Bladex is a Panama-based multinational bank established by central banks in Latin America and the Caribbean to promote foreign trade and economic integration.
The Board of Directors approved a quarterly cash dividend of US$0.6875 per share for the third quarter of 2026. The payment is scheduled for November 24, 2026, to stockholders of record as of November 6, 2026. As of September 30, 2026, there were approximately 37.59 million shares outstanding. Bladex operates as a multinational bank established by central banks in Latin America and the Caribbean to promote foreign trade and economic integration.
Bladex announced the structuring of a senior loan for up to USD 1.0 billion for the Republic of Panama through the Ministry of Economy and Finance. Proceeds will support the country’s general budgetary purposes. This transaction is described as the largest structured and granted by Bladex, enabling agile access to funding under competitive terms while diversifying financing sources. Samuel Canineu, Chief Commercial Officer, highlighted the deal's significance given Panama is where Bladex was founded over 45 years ago. The Bank provides financial solutions to institutions and corporations across Latin America and the Caribbean.
Bladex, Inc. filed its unaudited interim financial statements for the six months ended June 30, 2026. The company reported total assets of $14.4 billion and net profit of $122.8 million, up from $115.9 million in the prior year period. Basic earnings per share were $3.08 compared to $3.13 a year earlier. Total revenues reached $182.0 million, driven by net interest income of $143.5 million and other income of $38.5 million. The bank declared dividends totaling $59.2 million during the period. Additionally, Bladex announced that its corporate name was officially changed from Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior, S.A. to Bladex, Inc., effective June 4, 2026. This multinational bank supports foreign trade financing and economic integration throughout Latin America and the Caribbean.
Bladex, Inc. reported net profits of $66.5 million ($1.77 per share) for the second quarter ended June 30, 2026, representing a 4% year-over-year increase and an all-time high profitability level. For the first half of 2026, net profit reached $122.8 million ($3.08 per share), up 6% year-over-year. Net interest income grew 8% to $73.3 million, while fees and non-interest income hit a record $25.6 million. The credit portfolio expanded 19% year-over-year to a record $14,466 million, with deposits rising 22% to $7,890 million. Bladex operates as a multinational bank established by central banks of Latin American and Caribbean countries to promote foreign trade and economic integration.
Bladex, Inc. announced that its Board of Directors approved a quarterly cash dividend of US$0.6875 per share for the second quarter of 2026. The dividend is payable on August 25, 2026, to stockholders of record as of August 7, 2026. As of June 30, 2026, the company had 37,598,918.88 shares outstanding. Bladex is a multinational bank established by the central banks of Latin-American and Caribbean countries to promote foreign trade and economic integration, headquartered in Panama with offices across the region and listed on the NYSE.