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Popular Barclays 23rd Annual Global Financial Services Conference summary
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Economic and business environment
Puerto Rico's economy remains strong, with robust activity, increased tourism, and significant federal funding supporting growth.
The island benefits from a resilient population, ongoing infrastructure investment, and a strong manufacturing base, especially in pharmaceuticals.
Recent military interest and potential increased spending could further stimulate infrastructure and economic development.
Foreign and local investments are rising, with several new projects and expansions underway.
The relationship between Puerto Rico and the federal government is productive, with substantial obligated funds for reconstruction and development.
Strategic priorities and transformation
The current transformation program is in its third year, focusing on customer primacy, simplicity, efficiency, and top performance.
Strategic objectives include being the number one bank for customers, operating simply and efficiently, and achieving top profitability.
The bank targets a 12% ROTCE by year-end, with aspirations for 14%, emphasizing profitability and employee experience.
Digital experience, data analytics, and payments are key areas of ongoing investment.
Early wins from transformation include strong performance in loan products and small business segments.
Loan growth and capital management
Loan growth guidance for the year is 3% to 5%, driven by commercial activity and supported by consumer lending in both Puerto Rico and the U.S.
Some headwinds are expected in the U.S. due to construction portfolio paydowns, but strong pipelines remain.
The bank is open to expanding its U.S. presence, especially in profitable niche businesses.
Active share repurchase programs are ongoing, with management viewing the share price as attractive.
Capital levels are strong, with a conservative approach due to geographic concentration, but plans are in place to gradually reduce capital ratios over time.
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