OFG Bancorp (OFG) investor relations material

Executive summary

• Diluted EPS reached $1.16, up 16% year-over-year, with net income of $51.8 million and core revenues rising 5.6% to $184 million, driven by commercial loan growth and digital/AI initiatives.

• Digital-first strategy and innovative product launches led to 8% growth in digital enrollment and 4.6%–5% net new customer growth.

• AI-driven customer insights and operational efficiency initiatives contributed to deposit growth and market share gains.

• $20.4 million in common shares repurchased during the quarter, with $51.5 million repurchased YTD and a new $100 million buyback program approved.

• Total assets reached $12.23 billion, up 6.3% from December 2024.

Financial highlights

• Net interest margin was 5.24%, with net interest income at $154.7 million and total interest income at $200 million, up $6 million sequentially.

• Non-interest income rose 17.1% to $31.5 million, driven by mortgage banking and fintech investment gains.

• Non-interest expense increased to $96.5 million, reflecting technology investments and higher business activity.

• Provision for credit losses rose to $28.3 million, reflecting higher loan volume and specific reserves.

• Return on average assets was 1.69%; return on tangible common equity was 16.39%.

Outlook and guidance

• Annual loan growth expected in the 5%-6% range, with continued growth in both retail and commercial accounts.

• Net interest margin for the year targeted at 5.30%-5.4%; Q4 guidance is 5.10%-5.20%.

• Non-interest expense anticipated at $95-$96.5 million per quarter.

• Effective tax rate for the year expected at 23.06%-23.1%.

• Management remains confident in Puerto Rico's economic outlook, citing strong employment, tourism, and manufacturing investments.