Synchrony Financial (SYF) is expected to report Q3 2026 earnings on Oct. 20 with EPS forecasted at $2.48 (down 13.3% YoY) on $4.84B revenues (up 2.6% YoY). While purchase volumes and interest-earning assets are expected to grow, the company faces headwinds from higher employee and processing costs, nearly 10% RSA growth, and a declining net interest margin. The stock has a positive Earnings ESP of +5.87% and Zacks Rank #3, suggesting a likely earnings beat.

Credicorp (BAP), a Peruvian finance company, has demonstrated a strong earnings-beat streak, surpassing estimates by an average of 4.80% over the last two quarters. With a positive Earnings ESP of +4.71% and a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), the company is positioned to potentially beat consensus estimates again in its next earnings report expected on November 9, 2026. Stocks with this combination of positive ESP and solid Zacks Rank historically beat estimates nearly 70% of the time.

Credicorp reported Q4 2025 results with guidance for 8.5% consolidated loan growth in 2026, tempered by expected Bolivian currency devaluation headwinds. Core Peruvian operations (BCP and Mibanco) are projected to deliver double-digit growth around 11% at constant exchange rates. The company expects NIM to remain in the mid-to-high 6% range, improving asset quality, low double-digit fee income growth, and plans to return excess capital to shareholders through increasing ordinary dividends and potential extraordinary payouts.

Peru is quietly building a durable long-term growth framework through agribusiness transformation and capital market deepening. Agricultural exports exceed $10 billion annually, shifting toward higher-value food supply chains. Despite structural financing constraints, blended finance models and impact investment are emerging as catalysts. The country's macroeconomic stability and disciplined approach offer a distinctive investment proposition for patient, long-term investors.

One year into Trump's presidency, Peru and South Korea's country ETFs have dramatically outperformed the S&P 500 by nearly 90 percentage points. Peru's rally was driven by surging commodity and precious metals prices (gold +75%, silver +210%, copper +33%), benefiting materials-heavy companies. South Korea's outperformance was fueled by AI-related semiconductor demand, with Samsung and SK Hynix accounting for 70% of gains. While the S&P 500 delivered solid but unspectacular returns, these emerging markets captured outsized gains through different macro themes.

Credicorp Ltd.'s subsidiary Banco de Crédito del Perú (BCP) has agreed to acquire 100% of Helm Bank USA for USD 180 million. The acquisition aims to enhance Credicorp's cross-border capabilities and better serve Latin American clients with financial needs spanning both their home countries and the United States. Helm Bank, a Florida-based community bank with USD 1.1 billion in assets, will maintain its community-focused legacy under Credicorp's ownership. The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals in the United States and Peru.

Credicorp has paid the total amount of tax assessment resolutions issued by SUNAT, totaling approximately S/ 1.6 billion soles, while maintaining its legal right to challenge the resolutions and asserting confidence in a favorable outcome.

Credicorp Ltd., the leading financial services holding company in Peru, has filed its Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31st, 2024. The company has also declared a cash dividend of S/40.00 per share for the fiscal year 2024.

Credicorp, the leading financial services holding company in Peru, announces a quiet period for its 4Q24 earnings release, during which it will not disclose any financial information or respond to related questions.

Credicorp Ltd. has announced its 2025 quarterly earnings release schedule, with the first quarter report scheduled for May 15, 2025, and the fourth quarter report for February 12, 2026.

Three emerging market stocks trading on US exchanges that performed well in 2024 were Nu, Qifu Technology, and Credicorp. These companies provide financial services to developing countries, addressing an area of growing demand.

Credicorp Ltd. hosted its 2024 Strategic Update, outlining its commitment to innovation, market expansion, and shareholder value creation. The company remains on track to achieve its 18% ROE target, driven by digital transformation and new business models. Key initiatives include Yape, a profitable digital platform, and Krealo, the company's innovation arm.