Core Points - Boralex Inc. held its annual meeting of shareholders where directors were elected and resolutions were adopted [1] - The company highlighted its achievements in 2024, emphasizing agility and flexibility, and announced the introduction of three new directors [2] - Boralex's 2030 Strategy will be presented at an upcoming Investor Day on June 17 [2] Election of Directors - All nominees proposed in the Management Proxy Circular were elected, with high approval rates for most directors [3] - Notable voting results include: - André Courville: 98.95% in favor - Lise Croteau: 99.30% in favor - Nadia Martel: 99.96% in favor - Alain Rhéaume: 93.35% in favor [3] Company Overview - Boralex has over 30 years of experience in providing affordable renewable energy and is a leader in the Canadian market [4] - The company has more than doubled its installed capacity to over 3.2 GW in the past five years, with a project pipeline totaling over 78 GW [4] - Boralex is committed to corporate social responsibility and sustainable growth, actively participating in the fight against global warming [4]

MONTREAL, May 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Boralex inc. (“Boralex” or the “Company”) (TSX: BLX) announces that the release of the 2025 first quarter results will take place on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 9 a.m. Financial analysts and investors are invited to attend a conference call during which the financial results will be presented. Date and time Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 9 a.m. ET To attend the conference Webcast link: https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/3nwdfvm2 To attend the event by phone: Click he ...

Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior, S. A. (NYSE:BLX) Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call May 6, 2025 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Jorge Salas - CEO Ana Graciela de Mendez - EVP and CFO Annette van Hoorde - SVP, Funding and Asset-Liability Management Eduardo Vivone - EVP, Treasury and Capital Markets Samuel Canineu - Chief Commercial Officer, Brazil Conference Call Participants Íñigo Vega - Jefferies Ricardo Buchpiguel - BTG Operator Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to Bladex's First ...

Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior (BLX) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 06, 2025 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Jorge L. Salas Taurel - CEOAnnette van Hoorde - EVP & CFOInigo Vega - Managing DirectorSamuel Canineu - EVP- Commercial BankingRicardo Buchpiguel - Equity Research Director Operator Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to Bladex First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call. A slide presentation is accompanying today's webcast and is also available on the Investors sect ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The commercial loan portfolio reached $10.7 billion, reflecting a 6.5% increase quarter over quarter and a 23% increase year over year [5] - Net interest income totaled $65.3 million, with a net interest margin of 2.36%, remaining resilient and in line with guidance [6][19] - Deposits rose to $5.9 billion, up 8% quarter over quarter and 24% year over year, representing almost 60% of total funding [5][15] - Net income for the quarter was $51.7 million, with a return on equity of 15.4% [7][25] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The total loan portfolio reached a record $8.7 billion, up 18% year over year and 4% quarter over quarter [10] - The contingency portfolio, including letters of credit and guarantees, grew to nearly $2 billion, up 20% quarter over quarter and 49% year over year [11] - Fee income totaled $10.6 million, up 12% year over year, with letters of credit generating $6.7 million in fees [6][20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Strong performance was noted in Argentina, Mexico, and Guatemala, contributing to the growth of the loan portfolio [5][11] - The bank maintained a strong liquidity position with $1.9 billion in liquid assets, representing 15% of total assets [12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on building a robust and diversified pipeline with long-standing clients, particularly in sectors less exposed to tariff discussions [4] - A proactive commercial execution strategy is in place, supported by close client relationships and deep local market insights [4] - The company aims to maintain its full-year guidance despite global uncertainties, emphasizing prudent execution and long-term value creation [31] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - The global economic environment has shifted, leading to increased uncertainty and potential impacts on growth forecasts [27] - Latin America remains relatively insulated from direct tariff effects, with opportunities to benefit from shifts in global supply chains [29] - The company is well-positioned to manage exposures and capitalize on arising opportunities, with only 15% of its trade finance portfolio linked to the US [30] Other Important Information - The capital ratio remains strong at above 15%, with a quarterly dividend of $0.0625 per share approved, reflecting confidence in earnings outlook [8][18] - The efficiency ratio improved to 26.9%, down from 29.2% in the prior quarter, indicating effective cost management [22] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is driving the increase in operating costs, and what can be expected going forward? - The increase in costs is mainly due to headcount growth, IT investments, and consulting fees tied to the execution of the strategic plan. The pace of hiring is expected to decelerate moving forward [34][36] Question: Can you comment on the growth in the commercial book and its sustainability? - The off-balance sheet growth was higher than expected, driven by the oil and gas sector in Argentina. The company anticipates continued growth in letters of credit, supported by a robust pipeline [40][45] Question: Can you elaborate on the impact of high volatility on spreads and potential upside risks to NIM guidance? - The company has maintained lending margins above December 2024 levels despite competitive pricing. Active balance sheet management and a strong pipeline are expected to benefit margins moving forward [56][62] Question: Why did the letters of credit business show a decrease in fee income despite growth in the balance? - The increase in balance occurred towards the end of the quarter, with income benefits expected to reflect more in the second quarter. The dynamics of commitments and letters of credit are expected to normalize [58][60]

Financial Performance - Net income reached $52 million, remaining stable QoQ and increasing by 1% YoY[2] - The Return on Equity (ROE) was 154%, decreasing by 10 bps QoQ and 134 bps YoY[2] - Net Interest Margin (NIM) stood at 236%, down 8 bps QoQ and 11 bps YoY[2] - The efficiency ratio improved to 269%, decreasing by 225 bps QoQ and increasing by 174 bps YoY[2] Portfolio and Deposits - The commercial book grew to $107 billion, up 6% QoQ and 23% YoY[2] - Total deposits increased to $59 billion, reflecting an 8% increase QoQ and a 24% increase YoY[2] - Non-Performing Loans (NPLs) represented 01% of the portfolio, decreasing by 1 bps QoQ and increasing by 4 bps YoY[2] Liquidity and Funding - Liquid assets accounted for 15% of total assets[13] - The Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR) was reported at 265x[12] Capitalization - The Common Equity Tier 1 (CET1) ratio was 151%[26] - The dividend payout ratio was 45%[27] Fee Income - Net fees totaled $106 million, decreasing by 11% QoQ and increasing by 12% YoY[2,40]

PANAMA CITY, May 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior, S.A. (NYSE: BLX, "Bladex", or "the Bank"), a Panama-based multinational bank originally established by the central banks of 23 Latin-American and Caribbean countries to promote foreign trade and economic integration in the Region, announced today its results for the First Quarter ("1Q25") ended March 31, 2025.The consolidated financial information in this document has been prepared in accordance with International Financial ...

PANAMA CITY, May 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior, S.A. ("Bladex" or the "Bank"), announced today its Board of Directors' approval of a quarterly cash dividend of US$0.625 per share corresponding to the first quarter of 2025.The cash dividend is payable June 3, 2025 to the Bank's stockholders as of May 16, 2025 record date.As of March 31, 2025, Bladex had 37,154,366.86 shares outstanding of all classes.Bladex, a multinational bank originally established by the central banks ...

Core Insights - Bladex is committed to transforming environmental challenges into sustainable solutions, as demonstrated by the construction of a bridge using recycled materials, which enhances community mobility and safety [3][5][8] - The bridge, measuring 81 meters, connects four communities and serves over 300 people, symbolizing collaboration for social impact [2][4] - This initiative is part of Bladex's broader ESG strategy aimed at promoting sustainable development in Panama and Latin America [3][4] Company Overview - Bladex, established in 1979, is a multinational bank focused on foreign trade financing and regional economic integration, headquartered in Panama with offices in several Latin American countries and the United States [9][10] - The bank has been listed on the New York Stock Exchange since 1992, with a diverse shareholder base including central banks and financial institutions from 23 Latin American countries [10]

MONTREAL, April 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Boralex Inc. (“Boralex” or the “Company”) (TSX: BLX) announces that it will hold its Annual Meeting of Shareholders at 11:00 a.m. EDT on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, in a hybrid format, i.e. in person with a live audio webcast. Simultaneous interpretation will also be available for English-speaking participants to the online meeting. The online and in-person access to the event will start at 10:30 a.m. EDT. Registered shareholders and duly appointed proxyholders will ...