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Popular Inc(BPOP)

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3-STAR RATING
PASS
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$155.79
10/08/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for BPOP

10/08/2026: BPOP (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Popular Inc is a prominent financial services institution with a strong, foundational presence in Puerto Rico and a growing footprint in the US mainland. The company's primary strength lies in its dominant market position and stable deposit base, which support a consistent record of financial performance. Its main growth story centers on digital transformation and expanding its commercial lending activities. Investors should carefully monitor the risks associated with its geographic concentration and sensitivity to regional economic fluctuations. As a stable entity with a history of dividend payments, it is often considered by value-oriented and income-seeking investors interested in the regional banking sector.

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 styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth is steady rather than explosive, tied to regional economic expansion.
Momentum investorMixed fitMomentum is conditional on broader banking sector strength and regional economic health.
Value investorStrong fitThe stock often trades at valuations that attract value-oriented investors seeking regional financial exposure.
Dividend investorStrong fitConsistent dividend payments make it a candidate for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile generally stable, geographic concentration risk adds a layer of volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumThe stock is susceptible to fluctuations in the broader financial sector and Puerto Rico's specific economic news.
Valuation riskMediumChanges in market sentiment toward regional banks can impact valuation multiples.
Competition risk (Banking sector competition)Medium / highNew entrants and aggressive pricing from established players impact margins.
Business qualityStrongThe company has a long-standing history and a robust franchise in its primary market.
Dividend incomeMediumDividends remain stable, though regulatory requirements could impact payout capacity.
Execution riskMediumSuccessful implementation of digital strategy and management of loan portfolios is critical for long-term results.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 61.16%
Avg. Invested days 63
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
BPOP receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, solid company fundamentals, solid quantitative characteristics, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
BPOP has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+35.6%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 15.4%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+5.7%), modest insider ownership of 1.86%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
BPOP's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (15.4% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is BPOP's strongest growth driver at +47.6% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, earnings growth (+35.6%, strong) is also strong, while revenue growth (+5.7%, moderate) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 94.2% and approximately 97.2% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 1.86% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc. 7.39%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 7.04%
BlackRock Inc 6.26%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 4.90%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.43%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
BPOP generates approximately $661 of gross profit, $227 of operating income, and $154 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Solid margins, cash conversion, and capital efficiency support the rating.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 17.25%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
BPOP has a high-quality, liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 9.92B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 10.52
1Y Target Price 195.2
Price to earnings Ratio 10.52
1Y Target Price 195.2
Volume (30-day avg) 544.7K shares
Beta 0.65
52 Weeks Range 106.31 - 178.26
Updated Date 10/07/2026
52 Weeks Range 106.31 - 178.26
Updated Date 10/07/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 1.90%
Basic EPS (TTM) 14.79

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Net Interest IncomeInterest earned on loans minus interest paid on deposits.The bank makes most of its money from the difference between interest earned on loans and interest paid to savers.
Non-Interest IncomeFees from banking services, wealth management, and insurance.Service fees and auxiliary financial products provide a steady stream of recurring revenue.
Geography: Puerto RicoCore banking operations and branch network.The Puerto Rican market is the primary driver of the company's overall financial health.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE 10.52
Forward PE 9.68
Enterprise Value 6.58B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.24
Enterprise Value 6.58B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.24
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.68
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 63.78M
Shares Floating 62.01M
Shares Outstanding 63.78M
Shares Floating 62.01M
Percent Insiders 1.86
Percent Institutions 94.17

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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