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The University of Puerto Rico study “Sustainability Disclosures and the Sustainable Development Goals” introduced a closeness coefficient to assess how well banks align with UN sustainability benchmarks.
Banking, Featured
FirstBank leads Puerto Rico’s banking sector in sustainability disclosures
NIMB Staff May 5, 2025

UPR study finds social impact dominates banks’ alignment with UN goals. #NewsismyBusiness

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Though interest income from its loan portfolio fell by $8.3 million, Banco Popular de Puerto Rico said higher average volumes in the mortgage and auto segments helped offset the decline.
Banking, Featured
BPPR reports $521M in net interest income in Q1, up 12.8% Y-O-Y
NIMB Staff April 24, 2025

Higher investment yields and lower deposit costs drive margin expansion, credit quality improves across loan segments. #NewsismyBusiness

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Featured, General Biz News
Banco Popular sued over alleged ADA violations at Puerto Rico branches
NIMB Staff March 3, 2025

The plaintiffs argue that financial institutions should prioritize accessibility rather than treat it as an afterthought. #NewsismyBusiness

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QUOTE OF THE WEEK:

“The science conducted in Puerto Rico, through institutions like Ponce Health Sciences University and the Ponce Research Institute, has a global reach. The discoveries generated here not only advance our knowledge but also contribute to concrete solutions to global public health challenges.”

 

— Robert Mujica, executive director, Financial Oversight and Management Board for Puerto Rico

 

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