Core Viewpoint - Bladex reported strong 2Q24 results, continuing a year-long expansion trend in its book size, income, and fees, while maintaining a low efficiency ratio [1][2]. Financial Performance - The bank's net income for 2Q24 reached $50 million, a 35% increase year-over-year, with a similar growth rate observed for the first half of 2024 [3]. - Bladex's credit book expanded by 13% year-over-year, leading to a 15% increase in net interest income, primarily driven by traditional loan products with durations of less than a year [6]. - Deposits grew by 40% year-over-year, replacing other forms of financing and enhancing the balance sheet's efficiency and risk profile [6]. Efficiency and Operations - The efficiency ratio improved to 24%, positioning Bladex as one of the most efficient banks globally, with management aiming to keep it below 30% for the year despite expected expense growth in the second half of 2024 [3][6]. - The bank's fee-generating business, particularly in credit commitments and letters of credit, saw a 36% year-over-year growth, resulting in a fee increase of over 90% year-over-year [6]. Risk Factors - The primary risk for Bladex is a potential global recession impacting Latin American trade patterns, particularly through commodity bear markets, which could lead to lower trade volumes and increased competition [4]. - Despite the recession risk, Bladex's credit is tied to short-term trade, which may mitigate loan losses even in adverse conditions [4]. Future Outlook - Bladex is positioned to generate between $180 million and $200 million in net income, with potential for higher earnings if Latin American trade grows [4]. - The bank plans to expand its fee-generating products and has acquired a software platform to double the volume of trade financing transactions in the next two years [6].

Jorge Salas - Chief Executive Officer Ana Graciela de Mendez - Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Samuel Canineu - Executive Vice President, Commercial Banking Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to Bladex Second Quarter 2024 Earnings Conference Call. A slide presentation is accompanying today's webcast and is also available on the Investors section of the company's website, www.bladex.com. There will be an opportunity for you to ask questions at the end of today's presentation ...

| --- | --- | --- | |------------------------|-------|-------| | | | | | | | | | 2Q24 Earnings Results | | | | July 2024 | | | Steady Margins with Robust Asset Quality Strong Fee Income and Efficiency Improvement Solid Profits and RoE NIM 2.43% ↓ 4 bps QoQ | ↑ 1 bps YoY © NPLs 0.14% 0 bps QoQ | ↓ 1 bps YoY ROE 16.2% ↓ 54 bps QoQ | ↑279 bps YoY 2 11 37 51 23 37 50 6M 2022 6M 2023 6M 2024 2Q24 ROE 16.2% 34 74 101 1Q 2Q 3(USD millions, except for %) Continued Assets Expansion and Commercial Portfolio Growth (U ...

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