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Community Banker of the Year: OFG Bancorp's José Rafael Fernández

American Banker

OFG Bancorp's CEO José Rafael Fernández has weathered tough times during Puerto Rico's economic downturn. Now he is hopeful that his bank can seize on the better times ahead.

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CIT Sells Wealth Advisory Arm to First Sun Capital

Banking Exchange

Plus: FirstBank Puerto Rico completes Santander purchase, and Farmers and Merchants Bank is approved for community bank merger Management Feature Feature3 M&A.

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Join the Popular Virtual 5K Race

PopularBank

Popular Bank invites runners to participate in the Popular Virtual 5K race benefitting Domestic Violence Prevention Programs in New York, South Florida and Puerto Rico. in New York and Taller Salud and Casa Protegida Julia de Burgos in Puerto Rico. Running for a Cause.

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Popular in Puerto Rico to Record $55M Loss After FDIC Dispute

American Banker

in San Juan, Puerto Rico, will take a $55 million hit to third-quarter earnings after its bank lost an arbitration battle with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. Popular Inc.

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Join the Popular Virtual 5K

PopularBank

Popular Bank Invites runners to participate in the Popular Virtual 5K, benefitting Youth Programs in New York, South Florida and Puerto Rico. The event challenges participants to complete a five-kilometer distance at their own pace for a chance to win prizes and support local community organizations. On your mark.

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N.Y. Firm Appoints Director for First Bancorp in Puerto Rico

American Banker

First Bancorp in San Juan, Puerto Rico, has added a managing director from a New York private equity firm to its board.

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Popular in Puerto Rico Posts Lower Profit on Loss-Share Ruling

American Banker

in San Juan, Puerto Rico, said its quarterly profit fell after losing an arbitration dispute with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. Popular Inc.