The International Banking Center’s (IBC) net credit portfolio reached USD 100,088.9 million, representing a 5.5% increase as of October 2025 compared with the same period last year.
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More than 500,000 savers will benefit this year.
More than 500,000 Panamanians will receive their Christmas savings, totaling USD 272 million in disbursements by the banks that make up the National Banking System (SBN). This figure reflects an 11% increase—or an additional USD 28 million and 59,565 new accounts, up 13% compared with the same period last year.
As part of its ongoing effort to promote awareness and training initiatives aimed at reinforcing the culture of compliance, the Superintendency of Banks of Panama (SBP) launched the 8th Awareness Workshop, “From Theory to Action: Effective Strategies for Preventing ML/TF/PFADM.”
The Superintendency of Banks of Panama (SBP) has updated the provisions of its existing Memorandum of Understanding with the Financial Services Commission of Montserrat, with the purpose of further strengthening consolidated and cross-border supervision of banks and banking groups regulated by both authorities.
As part of the official visit to the country, the mission of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) was received by the Superintendent of Banks, Milton Ayón Wong, along with his technical team.
The Superintendency of Banks of Panama (SBP) held the Seventh Supervisory College of Grupo Financiero Ficohsa, for which it serves as home supervisor, with the purpose of advancing supervisory work through the exchange of information and experiences.
The International Banking Center (IBC) closed the 2025 third quarter with results that demonstrate structural strength and financial stability despite a challenging global environment. While financial margins have narrowed, banking system profitability remains solid, supported by effective risk management and broad geographic diversification.
The Superintendent of Banks, Milton Ayón Wong, participated in the 2025 Annual Meetings of the Association of Supervisors of Banks of the Americas (ASBA), held from October 21 to 24 in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago.
As part of its commitment to transparency, financial system integrity, and inter-institutional cooperation, the Superintendency of Banks of Panama (SBP) conducted a series of training sessions focused on the prevention, detection, and investigation of financial crimes.
Technical staff from the Superintendency of Banks of Panama (SBP) actively participated in the 34th Latin American Trust Congress (COLAFI) 2025, held from October 1 to 3 in Antigua, Guatemala. This event brought together fiduciary and financial experts from across Latin American to exchange experiences and analyze the most relevant trends in the trust industry.
The Superintendency of Banks of Panama (SBP) joined the 40th Latin American Congress on Banking Security (CELAES 2025), held in Panama on October 2 and 3 at the Sheraton Grand Hotel Convention Center.
According to the Banking Activity Report (IAB) issued by the Superintendency of Banks of Panama (SBP), the net credit portfolio of Panama’s International Banking Center (CBI) strengthened its position as the main driver of asset expansion, recording a 7.80% increase as of August 2025 and reaching a total of USD 99.61 billion compared to the same period last year.
In an emotional recognition ceremony, the Superintendency of Banks of Panama (SBP), in partnership with Infoplazas AIP, celebrated the commitment and dedication of community facilitators who, through financial education, are transforming lives across the country.
The Superintendency of Banks of Panama (SBP) successfully concluded the SBP Innova 2025 Hackathon, a four-week initiative designed to foster creativity, collaboration, and innovation among its employees.
The Superintendency of Banks of Panama (SBP) held a roundtable discussion on Rule 3-2025, which introduces key amendments to Rule 4-2010 regarding the external audit of banks.
The Superintendency of Banks of Panama (SBP) hosted a training session for banking employees aimed at strengthening customer service across the national banking system.
The Superintendency of Banks of Panama (SBP) joined the XVII Annual Accounting Convention, organized by the College of Certified Public Accountants of Panama (CCPAP). This key event, held on September 17, brought together professionals from the accounting, tax, audit, and consulting sectors, spanning both the public and private spheres.
The Superintendency of Banks of Panama (SBP) participated in the Second Banking and Financial Forum, hosted by Deloitte Panama on September 11. The event brought together leading professionals from the financial and banking sectors, as well as auditors, to exchange perspectives on key industry challenges.
The Superintendency of Banks of Panama (SBP) conducted a specialized workshop with its technical team, focused on strengthening banking regulation through cutting-edge digital tools.
With steady progress toward strengthening Panama’s financial system, the Financial Coordination Council (CCF) successfully held its third Ordinary Meeting of the year at the facilities of the Superintendency of Banks of Panama (SBP).