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Bladex Provides Up to $1B Loan for Panama

Bladex announced the structuring of a senior loan for up to $1B for the Republic of Panama, through the Ministry of Economy and Finance, with proceeds to be used for the country's general budgetary purposes. "This transaction reflects Bladex's ability to structure large-scale financial solutions for sovereign and institutional clients across the region. For us, it is especially meaningful to participate in a transaction of this importance in Panama, the country where Bladex was founded more than 45 years ago. The transaction demonstrates Bladex's confidence in Panama and reaffirms the role our institution can play as a financial partner in supporting the region's development and financing objectives through relevant, competitive, and swiftly executed solutions," said Samuel Canineu, Chief Commercial Officer of Bladex.

Bladex Unveils Financial Goals for 2030 at Investor Day

Bladex hosted its 2026 Investor Day, "Our 2030 Vision." CFO Annette Van Hoorde outlined a clear financial path to 2030, supported by a more diversified and capital-efficient earnings profile anchored in disciplined portfolio growth, a higher contribution from non-interest income, and funding optimization. "This is not simply balance-sheet growth. It is structural improvement in the quality, mix, and scalability of earnings," Van Hoorde said. "We are enhancing the economics of the business through a better revenue mix, stronger funding, and disciplined growth, supporting sustainable returns without increasing risk." By 2030, the Bank targets: Commercial portfolio of $18B-$20B; Net interest margin of approximately 2.30%; Non-interest income of approximately $125M; Efficiency ratio of 25%-27%; Adjusted ROE of 16%-17%; Tier 1 capital ratio of 15%-16%. The Bank expects to reinvest a meaningful portion of earnings to support growth while returning value to shareholders through dividends, based on a payout ratio of around 40% over time.

Boralex Appoints Jean-Christophe Dall'Ava as EVP and GM, Europe

Boralex announced the appointment of Jean-Christophe Dall'Ava as Executive Vice President and General Manager, Europe. Succeeding Nicolas Wolff, he will be responsible for continuing the development of Boralex's activities across Europe. Jean-Christophe Dall'Ava brings nearly 20 years of experience in the renewable energy sector, both in France and internationally. He joined Boralex in 2014, dedicating his first four years to driving the Company's growth through several mergers and acquisitions, before taking the lead of the development teams.