Popular (NASDAQ:BPOP) (NASDAQ:BPOP) is a diversified financial services company headquartered in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and serving clients throughout Puerto Rico, the U.S. mainland, and select Caribbean markets. As the parent company of Banco Popular de Puerto Rico and Popular Bank in the United States, it provides a broad spectrum of banking and financial products to individuals, small businesses, and multinational corporations.
The company’s core offerings include retail and commercial banking services such as checking and savings accounts, loans and lines of credit, mortgage origination and servicing, as well as wealth management and trust services. Popular, Inc. also offers specialized solutions in insurance, leasing and factoring, and electronic payment systems. Its digital banking platform allows customers to access online and mobile services, facilitating account management, funds transfers, and bill payments from anywhere.
Founded in 1893, Popular, Inc. has grown through strategic acquisitions and organic expansion. Over its history, the company has acquired several regional banks—including California First National Bank and TotalBank—to strengthen its presence in key U.S. markets like Florida and California. Popular has continuously invested in technology and customer service initiatives, aiming to combine the local expertise of its branches with the efficiency of modern banking tools.
Popular, Inc. is led by a seasoned executive team headed by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Ignacio Álvarez, whose leadership has focused on innovation, risk management, and community involvement. The company maintains a strong commitment to corporate responsibility, supporting economic development, financial education, and philanthropic initiatives across its core markets.
