Company: BPOPM
Filing Date: 2025-03-25
Form Type: DEF 14A
Source: 0001140361-25-010189
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Company: POPULAR, INC.
Filing Date: 2025-03-25
Form: DEF 14A
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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box:

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| Popular, Inc.                                                            |
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DEAR SHAREHOLDERS: On behalf of the Board of Directors of Popular, Inc., we cordially invite you to our 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders (the “Annual Meeting”), to be held on Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. (Atlantic Standard Time) at our headquarters located at Popular Center Building, PH floor, 209 Muñoz Rivera Avenue, San Juan, Puerto Rico. During 2024, Popular achieved strong results demonstrated by higher net income, loan growth, stable credit quality and strong capital levels. The Corporation also continued returning capital to shareholders and making progress in its multi-year transformation. The Board of Directors recognizes the steadfast leadership of the senior management team and the commitment of all our employees for the attainment of these results. We look forward to opportunities ahead as we remain committed to Popular’s long-term success. In 2024, we welcomed Bertil E. Chappuis as a member of the Board. Bertil brings extensive experience in organizational transformations, a deep understanding of the impact of technology on organizations and financial markets and a thorough understanding of Puerto Rico’s economic and social context. The Board would also like