Fitch: P.R. bank ratings reflect Commonwealth’s woes
July 19, 2016
Following the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico's default, ratings for the island's two main banks, Popular (BPOP) and First BanCorp (FBP), will not be immediately affected, according to Fitch Ratings.
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Bankers Assoc. educates about financial exploitation
July 11, 2016
The Puerto Rico Bankers Association is urging local citizens to help prevent fraud and financial exploitation in people who may be vulnerable, including the handicapped and the elderly.
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Assured has paid $205M in bond insurance claims
July 8, 2016
Two bond insurance subsidiaries of Assured Guaranty Ltd. have made some $205 million in debt service payments to holders of insured General Obligation and other bonds on which Puerto Rico and certain of its entities defaulted on July 1, the company announced Thursday.
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P.R. credit unions have $486M in reserves to face losses
June 29, 2016
Due to the possibility of a government default on some $2 billion in debt service due July 1, Puerto Rico credit unions confirmed they have enough financial capacity to face the situation, with $486 million in reserves to face possible investment losses.
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28 proposals picked for 1st edition of ‘StartUp Popular’
June 9, 2016
Twenty eight proposals from local entrepreneurs were chosen the winners of the first edition of Popular Inc.’s “StartUp Popular” initiative, which seeks to promote entrepreneurship and the economic development of Puerto Rico, bank officials said Wednesday.
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New home insurer offers 20% refund for clean slate
June 8, 2016
Following the success achieved with auto accident insurance firm Point Guard, the founding trio of entrepreneurs are now launching Puerto Rico Home Insurance, offering the only local home insurance policy that reimburses consumers 20 percent of their annual premium if they have no claims during the coverage year.
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A.M. Best: P.R.’s debt crisis remains test for insurers
May 13, 2016
While insurers domiciled in Puerto Rico have maintained underwriting discipline and demonstrated favorable operating results and solid balance sheet strength, the competitive operating environment and economic challenges there will hinder their ability to grow over the near to medium term, according to a new A.M. Best briefing.
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First BanCorp. garners $23.3M in 1st quarter net income
April 26, 2016
First BanCorp., the parent company for FirstBank Puerto Rico, reported Monday net income of $23.3 million for the first quarter of 2016, or $0.11 per diluted share, compared to $15 million, or $0.07 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2015 and $25.6 million, or $0.12 per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2015.
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Popular Inc. reports $85M in net income in 1Q16
April 26, 2016
Encouraged by the progress shown by its U.S. mainland operation and by the strength of its Puerto Rico franchise, Popular Inc. reported Monday net income of $85 million for the first quarter ended Mar. 31, 2016, compared to net income of $137.4 million and an adjusted net income of $98.3 million for the quarter ended Dec. 31, 2015.
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Popular Community Bank expands high tech experience
March 31, 2016
Popular Community Bank, a subsidiary of Popular Inc., announced Wednesday the expansion of its high tech branches with the opening of the 285 Madison Avenue location in New York City.
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EVERTEC fails to file annual report, gets NYSE notice
March 24, 2016
EVERTEC Inc. announced Wednesday that as a result of its failure to timely file its annual report for fiscal year ended Dec. 31, 2015, it has been warned by the New York Stock Exchange that it is not in compliance with listing requirements.
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Compulsory policies drive Seguros Múltiples’s business
March 17, 2016
In the eight months after entering the island’s compulsory auto insurance market, Cooperativa de Seguros Múltiples has signed up 200,000 clients, exceeding its target of achieving a 15 percent market share, company officials said Wednesday.
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First Bank’s Alemán: ‘2015 seemed like two years in one’
February 1, 2016
First BanCorp. wrapped up what top executives called a “very busy year” with net income of $21.3 million, or $0.10 per diluted share for 2015, compared to $392.3 million, or $1.87 per diluted share, for the year ended Dec. 31, 2014.
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Bankers Assoc. backs approval of PREPA overhaul bill
February 1, 2016
The Puerto Rico Bankers Association has called upon the legislature for the prompt approval of the Puerto Rico Electrical Power Authority Revitalization Act, which will enable the public corporation to complete the necessary restructuring process.
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Popular earns $895.3M in ’15, $137.4M in 4Q15
January 27, 2016
Popular Inc. reported net income of $137.4 million and adjusted net income of $98.3 million for the quarter ended Dec. 31, 2015, compared to net income of $85.6 million and an adjusted net income of $93.4 million for the quarter ended Sept. 30, 2015.
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