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Bladex Inc.(BLX)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for BLX
09/25/2026: BLX (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Bladex Inc. is a specialized multilateral bank providing essential trade finance and structured lending services to corporations and financial institutions across Latin America. The bank has a unique market position, supported by its strong credit quality and established relationships with regional central banks. Its primary growth opportunity lies in capitalizing on the ongoing nearshoring trends that are increasing regional trade volumes. However, investors must consider risks related to regional economic volatility and intense competition from larger global financial institutions. The stock may particularly suit dividend-focused and value-oriented investors looking for exposure to Latin American growth through a stable, well-capitalized banking institution.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Bladex provides steady growth but is more suited to those seeking stable banking exposure rather than high-growth momentum. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | The stock tends to trade based on long-term credit fundamentals rather than rapid price momentum. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | Bladex often trades at attractive valuations relative to book value and provides a strong dividend yield. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | The company has a strong record of consistent dividend payments that appeal to income-focused investors. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | While it is a stable bank, exposure to Latin American markets inherently introduces moderate geopolitical and economic risk. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium | The stock is susceptible to fluctuations in regional economic sentiment. |
| Valuation risk | Low | The stock is generally priced in line with banking peers, reducing significant overvaluation risk. |
| Competition risk (Global Banking) | Medium / high | Large global banks provide intense competition for trade finance business. |
| Business quality | Strong | The bank maintains a high-quality credit portfolio and specialized market niche. |
| Dividend income | Strong | Consistent payouts support the stock's appeal to income-oriented portfolios. |
| Execution risk | Low | The management team has demonstrated historical stability in executing the bank's core mandate. |
Price Behavior
Rolling Over
The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.
Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 44.26% | Avg. Invested days 64 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/25/2026 |
Upturn Scorecard
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Company Fundamentals
Financial Health Rating
Growth Momentum Score
Ownership
Top 5 Institutional Investors
Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)
Economic Dimensions
Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 2.04B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 9.11 | 1Y Target Price 65.9 |
Price to earnings Ratio 9.11 | 1Y Target Price 65.9 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 175.7K shares | Beta 0.78 | 52 Weeks Range 36.43 - 62.45 | Updated Date 09/24/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 36.43 - 62.45 | Updated Date 09/24/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 4.98% | Basic EPS (TTM) 6 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Trade Finance | Letters of credit and trade-related loans for regional export/import activities. | This is the core business that generates reliable fee and interest income by facilitating cross-border trade. |
| Corporate Banking | Medium-term structured financing for corporations. | Provides larger, longer-term interest-based income from established regional companies. |
| Treasury Operations | Investment of liquid assets and funding activities. | Helps the bank manage its own money and earn a spread on its liquidity pools. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 9.11 | Forward PE 8.38 | Enterprise Value 3.83B | Price to Sales(TTM) 6.2 |
Enterprise Value 3.83B | Price to Sales(TTM) 6.2 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 18.88 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA - | Shares Outstanding 30.06M | Shares Floating 29.28K |
Shares Outstanding 30.06M | Shares Floating 29.28K | ||
Percent Insiders 3.91 | Percent Institutions 34.82 |
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Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Bladex Inc.
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters - | ||
IPO Launch date 1992-09-24 | CEO - | ||
Sector Financial Services | Industry Banks - Regional | Full time employees - | Website https://bladex.com |
Full time employees - | Website https://bladex.com | ||
Bladex Inc., a multinational bank, engages in financing of foreign trade and economic integration in Latin America and the Caribbean. It operates through Commercial and Treasury segments. The company accepts deposits. It also offers products and services, such as origination of bilateral short- and medium-term loans, structured and syndicated credits, and loan commitments; financial guarantee contracts, including issued and confirmed letters of credit, stand-by letters of credit, guarantees covering commercial risk, and other assets of customers' liabilities under acceptances; and co-financing arrangements, underwriting of syndicated credit facilities, structured trade financing in the form of factoring and vendor financing, and financial leasing. In addition, the company is involved in investment management activities comprising securities at fair value through other comprehensive income and amortized cost. It serves financial institutions, corporations, sovereigns, and state-owned entities. The company was formerly known as Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior, S. A. and changed its name to Bladex Inc. in June 2026. Bladex Inc. was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in Panama City, the Republic of Panama.
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