Financial Performance - Net income for Q2 2025 was $210 million, an increase of $32 million compared to Q1 2025 and Q2 2024[8] - Net interest income increased by $26 million to $632 million[8, 24] - Earnings per share (EPS) increased by $053 to $309[8] - Return on average tangible common equity (ROTCE) was 1326%[8] Balance Sheet - Loans held in portfolio grew by $931 million or 25%[8, 10] - Total deposits increased by $14 billion or 21%[10] - Tangible book value per share increased by $339 to $7541[8, 10] - Total assets reached $76065 million[8] Credit Quality - Non-performing loans (NPLs) decreased by $2 million to $312 million[8, 10] - NPL ratio improved to 082% compared to 084% in Q1 2025[8, 10] - Net charge-off (NCO) ratio was 045% compared to 053% in Q1 2025[8, 10] Capital Actions - The company repurchased $1120 million in common stock at an average price of $9854 per share[10, 44] - A new common stock repurchase program of up to $500 million was announced[10, 44]

Exhibit 99.1 Popular, Inc. Announces Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – (BUSINESS WIRE) – Popular, Inc. (the "Corporation," "Popular," "we," "us," "our") (NASDAQ:BPOP) reported net income of $210.4 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2025, compared to net income of $177.5 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2025. "We delivered strong performance in the second quarter, highlighted by higher net interest income, an expanding net interest margin, healthy loan and deposit growt ...

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Core Insights - Princess Cruises has updated its Premier and Plus packages to enhance guest experience, reflecting customer feedback for more dining options and shore excursion credits [1][3] Pricing Updates - The new pricing for the Premier Package is $100 per person per day, up from $90, while the Plus Package is now $65 per person per day, increased from $60 [2] - For the new Sphere class ships, the Premier Package is priced at $105 per person per day and the Plus Package at $70 per person per day [2] Package Enhancements - The Premier Package now includes a new shore excursion credit based on voyage length: $100 for 6–9 days, $200 for 10–20 days, and up to $300 for voyages of 21+ days [6] - The Plus Package has been enhanced to include two additional casual dining meals per voyage, totaling four [6] Removal of Features - To accommodate the new enhancements, certain features with lower usage, such as premium desserts and fitness classes, will be removed from the packages [4]

Market Overview - The U.S. markets have experienced significant volatility, with sharp declines in early April due to trade tensions and new tariffs, followed by a recovery leading to record highs in July [1][3] - Despite the market rally, underlying tensions remain, including concerns about inflation, a weak labor market, and potential policy shifts [3] Nvidia - Nvidia is a leading player in the AI infrastructure boom, but analysts express concerns about its high valuation, predicting a 37% downside with a price target of $100 [4][10] - The company's revenue for the first quarter of fiscal 2026 reached $44.1 billion, a 69% year-over-year increase, with non-GAAP net income rising 31% to $19.9 billion [9] - Nvidia's valuation metrics are high, with a P/E ratio of 51.4 and a P/S multiple of 26.5, raising concerns about sustainability amid competitive pressures and potential export restrictions to China [10][11] Palantir - Palantir faces a bearish outlook with a 71% implied downside, as analysts express concerns about the sustainability of its growth trajectory and competition in the government sector [12][13] - The company's revenue increased 39% year-over-year in the first quarter, with U.S. revenue growing by 55% [14] - Palantir's valuation is notably high, trading at over 101 times revenue and approximately 584 times earnings, raising questions about its market position and potential overvaluation [17]

Core Viewpoint - Nvidia is recognized as a leading AI chip designer, with earnings reaching record levels due to the growing AI market, projected to reach trillions of dollars in the coming years [1] Group 1: Billionaire Investment Trends - Some billionaires have sold Nvidia recently, while others are favoring Amazon as a key AI player [2][5] - Billionaires such as Chase Coleman, Philippe Laffont, and Stephen Mandel Jr. have increased their positions in Amazon, indicating confidence in its AI growth potential [6][10] Group 2: Amazon's AI Strategy - Amazon is leveraging AI to enhance efficiency in its e-commerce and cloud computing businesses, which has contributed to lowering costs and improving profitability [7][10] - Amazon Web Services (AWS) is positioned as a leader in cloud computing, offering a wide range of AI products and services, with an annual revenue run rate of $117 billion attributed to its AI portfolio [8][9] Group 3: Investment Appeal - Amazon is seen as a suitable investment for a diverse range of investors, combining growth potential in AI with a strong historical performance and competitive advantages [10][11]

Core Viewpoint - Lululemon has filed a lawsuit against Costco, accusing the retailer of selling knockoff versions of its popular products, highlighting the challenges faced by established brands in combating "dupe culture" [1][2]. Group 1: Lawsuit Details - The lawsuit, filed in California, claims that Costco is selling and manufacturing knockoffs of Lululemon's Scuba sweatshirts, Define jackets, and ABC pants, alleging trade dress infringement and unfair competition [2]. - Lululemon seeks compensation for lost profits and significant harm to its brand and reputation due to Costco's actions [2]. Group 2: Legal Challenges - Winning a trademark infringement lawsuit over dupe products is difficult, as the original manufacturer must prove that the copycat product could confuse customers into believing it is the real item [3][4]. - The burden of proof lies with the original company to demonstrate that the copycat product has caused confusion and impacted their business, which is challenging to establish [4]. Group 3: Industry Context - The rise of "dupe culture" has been significantly influenced by social media platforms like TikTok, where consumers actively seek and share cheaper alternatives to high-end products [6]. - TikTok videos featuring the dupe hashtag have garnered over 6 billion views, indicating a growing acceptance of purchasing knockoff products among younger consumers [6]. Group 4: Related Legal Cases - A notable case involved e.l.f. Cosmetics, which admitted to creating a product that mimicked Benefit Cosmetics' mascara but was ruled not to infringe on trademarks due to insufficient evidence of customer confusion [7][8]. - Other companies, such as Mondelez International and Williams-Sonoma, are also pursuing legal action against retailers and websites for similar trademark infringement claims [8].

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Palantir Technologies - Palantir Technologies has seen a remarkable stock return of 1,900% since January 2023, but analysts believe it is overvalued with a 69% implied downside from its current price of $130 [1][4][7] - The company reported a 39% increase in revenue to $884 million for the first quarter, marking the seventh consecutive acceleration, driven by strong sales in the U.S. commercial and government sectors [5][6] - Palantir's current valuation stands at 280 times adjusted earnings, which is considered excessively high compared to the expected 31% annual growth in adjusted earnings through 2026 [6][7] Super Micro Computer - Super Micro Computer has returned 480% since January 2023, but analysts also see a 50% implied downside from its current price of $48 [1][9][7] - The company reported a 19% revenue increase to $5.6 billion for the third quarter of fiscal 2025, but gross margin contracted and non-GAAP net income fell by 53% to $0.31 per diluted share [12] - Supermicro accounted for 6.5% of global server sales in Q4 2024, positioning it as a leader in AI servers, a market expected to grow by 37% annually through 2030 [10][9] - Analysts express concerns about Supermicro's competitive position, citing potential market share loss due to replicable business models and lower margins compared to peers [11][13]

Group 1: Oil Industry Insights - Crude oil prices have rallied to one-year highs, but futures indicate lower prices are likely ahead, suggesting temporary disruptions at worst [3] - Kinder Morgan (KMI) offers a 4.2% yield, funding its dividend through tolls on its extensive pipeline network, which transports crude oil and natural gas [6][7] - Kinder Morgan controls 40% of US natural gas flows, allowing for regular price increases and dividend boosts [7] Group 2: Investment Opportunities in Energy Dividends - Alerian MLP ETF (AMLP) provides an 8% dividend yield by consolidating MLPs into a single fund, simplifying tax reporting for investors [9] - The fund has raised its dividend for three consecutive quarters, indicating strong performance [10] Group 3: Gold Market Dynamics - The US dollar has depreciated 28% against gold year-to-date, signaling a shift towards assets that are less affected by central bank policies [11] - VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX) serves as a straightforward investment in gold, benefiting from lower energy costs as a primary input for gold miners [12] - GAMCO Global Gold, Natural Resources & Income Trust (GGN) trades at a 2% discount to its net asset value and offers an 8% annualized dividend, providing income stability with potential upside [13]