PANAMA CITY, Nov. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior, S.A. ("Bladex" or the "Bank") announced today that, after 34 years of a successful career at Bladex, Ana Graciela de Mendez, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, has decided to step down from her position, effective April 2025. Mrs. Mendez will continue to work closely with Bladex in the coming months to ensure an orderly and smooth transition of her duties to incoming EVP and CFO Annette van Hoorde.

PANAMA CITY, Nov. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior, S.A. - Bladex (NYSE: BLX) announced the successful closing of an institution-led US$86 million syndicated loan to strengthen Grupo Monge's business and extend its maturity profile. The transaction is the third syndicated loan managed by Bladex for Grupo Monge, which was oversubscribed 70% above the original amount, consolidating a long-term strategic relationship of trust and confidence between the two organizations and the participating financial institutions.

PANAMA CITY, Oct. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior, S.A. (NYSE: BLX, "Bladex", or "the Bank"), a Panama-based multinational bank originally established by the central banks of 23 Latin-American and Caribbean countries to promote foreign trade and economic integration in the Region, announced today its results for the Third Quarter ("3Q24") and nine months ("9M24") ended September 30, 2024.

The consolidated financial information in this document has been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards ("IFRS") as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board ("IASB").           

PANAMA CITY, Oct. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior, S.A. ("Bladex" or the "Bank"), announced today its Board of Directors' approval of a quarterly cash dividend of US$0.50 per share corresponding to the third quarter of 2024.

The cash dividend is payable November 26, 2024 to the Bank's stockholders as of November 8, 2024 record date.

As of September 30, 2024, Bladex had 36,786,977.36 shares outstanding of all classes.

PANAMA CITY  , Oct. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior, S.A. (NYSE:  BLX) cordially invites you to participate in its upcoming conference call to discuss its 3Q24 results

Date and time: Wednesday, October 30, 2024 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time

Presenting for Bladex: Mr. Jorge Salas, Chief Executive Officer Mrs. Ana Graciela de Méndez, Chief Financial Officer

PANAMA CITY, Oct. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior (Bladex, NYSE: BLX) continues to consolidate its position as a key player in the economic development of Latin America and the Caribbean with the addition of Sergio Olarte, a renowned economist with more than 24 years of experience in economic analysis and the financial system.

With his addition, Bladex strengthens its commitment to contribute to sustainable growth in the region. Mr. Olarte holds a Master's degree in Monetary Policy from the University of Illinois and has had a distinguished career in prestigious financial and academic institutions. During his 12 years at the Central Bank of Colombia, he was part of the Advisory Committee for the formulation of monetary policy and interest rates, and actively participated in key decisions affecting the country's economy.

PANAMA CITY, July 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior, S.A. ("Bladex" or the "Bank"), announced today its Board of Directors' approval of a quarterly cash dividend of US$0.50 per share corresponding to the second quarter of 2024.

The cash dividend is payable August 20, 2024 to the Bank's stockholders as of August 5, 2024 record date.

As of June 30, 2024, Bladex had 36,786,976.36 shares outstanding of all classes.

PANAMA CITY, July 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior, S.A. (NYSE: BLX, "Bladex", or "the Bank"), a Panama-based multinational bank originally established by the central banks of 23 Latin-American and Caribbean countries to promote foreign trade and economic integration in the Region, announced today its results for the Second Quarter ("2Q24") and six months ("6M24") ended June 30, 2024.

With more than 24 years of experience in Mexico, Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior (Bladex) is moving forward with its strategy to deepen its presence in the country. The expansion of its new offices, the strengthening of its commercial team and its annual disbursements of almost US$5 billion position Bladex as a key player in the growth of Mexican companies. Bladex has been listed on the New York Stock Exchange since 1992 and has been one of the most active issuers on the Mexican Stock Exchange for more than 12 years.

PANAMA CITY, July 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior, S.A. (NYSE:  BLX) cordially invites you to participate in its upcoming conference call to discuss its 2Q24 results

Date and time:Wednesday, July 24, 202411:00 a.m. Eastern Time

Presenting for Bladex:Mr. Jorge Salas, Chief Executive OfficerMrs. Ana Graciela de Méndez, Chief Financial Officer

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PANAMA CITY, July 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bladex - Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior (NYSE: BLX) and CGI (TSX: GIB.A) (NYSE: GIB), one of the world's largest independent business and IT consulting firms, announced an agreement for the implementation of the CGI Trade360 trade technology platform.

Bladex will become the first bank headquartered in Latin America to implement the CGI Trade360 platform, an award-winning software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform utilized by global banks to support trade finance in over 85 countries across Asia, Europe, North America, and Oceanias.

PANAMA CITY, June 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior ("Bladex", or "the Bank", NYSE: BLX) announced today the successful structuring of a syndicated loan for US$665 million, consisting of a US$600 million tranche for 12 months and a US$65 million revolving line for 3 years (the "Facility") for Internacional de Cerámica, SAB de CV. ("Interceramic" or "the Company"). Bladex acted as Joint Lead Arranger and Bookrunner along with other financial institutions that participated in the transaction.

PANAMA CITY, June 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior, S.A. ("Bladex" or "the Bank"; NYSE: BLX) announced the recent closing of a US$100 million three-year syndicated facility (the "Facility") in favor of the Guatemalan bank Banco Promerica, S.A. ("Banco Promerica Guatemala" or the "Bank"). Bladex was the Sole Lead Arranger and Bookrunner, and Administrative Agent for the Facility.

PANAMA CITY, June 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior, S.A. ("Bladex" or the "Bank"; NYSE: BLX) announced today the successful closing of a US$100 million senior unsecured syndicated up to 3 years (the "Facility") for Forum Servicios Financieros, S.A. ("Forum" or the "Company"). Bladex acted as Sole Lead Arranger and Bookrunner and shall act as the Administrative Agent for the Facility.

Established in 1993, Forum is the leading player in the auto-financing industry in Chile. The Company is a wholly owned subsidiary of BBVA and provides loans and auto-leases to natural persons and companies for the purchase of vehicles (light and heavy) and motorcycles. The Company has US$ 2.1 billion in total assets, and US$ 285 million in total equity and is rated AA- (local) by Fitch.

PANAMA CITY, Republic of Panama, May 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior (Bladex) announced today the successful closing of a US$500 million Club Deal Long Term Facility for Grupo De Inversiones Suramericana, S.A.

Bladex acts as Joint Lead Arranger along with BBVA, Itaú, Banco General y Citibank in a landmark transaction in Colombia. The funds from the facility will be used to finance the Public Tender Offer (OPA) launched by Grupo Sura for the acquisition of the remaining shares of Grupo Nutresa, as well as other transaction-related expenses. This transaction holds immense relevance in Colombia, as it will culminate in an exchange of shares between Grupo Sura and the majority shareholders of Grupo Nutresa.

PANAMA CITY, Republic of Panama, May 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior, S.A. ("Bladex" or "the Bank", NYSE: BLX) announced today the closing of a new global syndicated loan of US$400 million. Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) acted as "Sole Lead Arranger and Sole Bookrunner".

Thirty-three financial entities from Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, Spain, Austria, the United States of America, India, and China participated in the transaction.

Mr. Eduardo Vivone, Executive Vice President, Treasury and Capital Markets at Bladex, commented: "This new facility, which includes both relationship banks and new entities from various geographies, is a clear indication of the consolidation of Bladex as a Latin American reference entity for global financial markets. I would like to thank all participating banks for their very valuable support to our Bank and the Latin American and Caribbean Region, and especially the SMBC team for the high level of professionalism with which this transaction was executed."

PANAMA CITY, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior, S.A. ("Bladex" or "the Bank") announced today that the Bank filed its annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 (the "2023 Annual Report") with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC").

The 2023 Annual Report and audited financial statements can be accessed by visiting either the SEC's website at www.sec.gov or Bladex's website at www.bladex.com.  The Bank can also provide a copy of the Bank's audited financial statements or annual report on Form 20-F, upon a written request and without charge.