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First BanCorp outperforms S&P 500 with strong asset quality and rising interest rate benefits

Analyst Insights
10 Sep 2026
Seeking Alpha
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Bullish
First BanCorp outperforms S&P 500 with strong asset quality and rising interest rate benefits

First BanCorp has delivered strong returns, outperforming the S&P 500 since December. The bank shows impressive asset quality with a 2.02% return on assets and 19.49% return on equity, alongside an improved net interest margin of 4.87%. Positioned well to benefit from rising interest rates, it maintains a soft 'buy' rating despite some valuation premium, indicating further upside potential based on solid fundamentals.

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