Popular Posts 26 Percent EPS Jump in Q2

(NASDAQ:BPOP), a major financial institution with deep roots in Puerto Rico and operations in the U.S., reported its second quarter 2025 earnings on July 23, 2025. The most notable news was a substantial beat on both earnings and revenue, with earnings per share (EPS) reaching $3.09 versus a consensus estimate of $2.54, and revenue coming in at $800 million against the expected $792.79 million. Compared to the year-ago period, both profit and revenue showed solid growth. Management also raised the quarterly dividend and announced a new share repurchase program, providing a favorable quarterly assessment overall.

Source: Analyst estimates for the quarter provided by FactSet.

Popular is a leading banking provider serving Puerto Rico and parts of the mainland United States. Its business is anchored in personal and commercial banking, loans, deposits, and a variety of financial services, with a heavy emphasis on local markets. Over half of its loan portfolio is tied to real estate in Puerto Rico, making local trends crucial to its performance.

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