EVERTEC Lifts 2026 Outlook, Ups Buyback to $150M, and Inks Latin America Deals

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EVERTEC posted Q2 revenue of $274.8M (+20% YoY), raised full-year guidance, increased its buyback authorization to $150M, and announced strategic agreements in Chile and Mexico.

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• Q2 Revenue Surges 20%

  Revenue reached $274.8 million, driven by organic growth across segments, recent acquisitions, and favorable FX. Constant currency growth was 16%.

• Full-Year Guidance Raised

  2026 revenue outlook increased to $1,085–$1,095 million (16.4–17.5% growth) and Adjusted EPS to $3.94–$4.04 (8.8–11.7% growth), up from prior ranges.

• Buyback Authorization Boosted to $150M

  Board increased repurchase authorization to $150 million through December 2027, up from $83 million remaining. Company repurchased $47.1 million in Q2 at an average $24.68/share.

• Strategic Latin America Agreements

  Signed agreements with Transbank in Chile and Clip in Mexico, advancing growth strategy in key Latin American markets.

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A strong second quarter, with revenue climbing 20%, prompted EVERTEC to raise its full-year guidance—a clear signal of accelerating momentum across Latin America. The board's decision to boost the share repurchase authorization to $150 million adds a meaningful capital-return catalyst. Meanwhile, strategic agreements with Transbank and Clip extend the company's reach into Chile and Mexico, reinforcing the growth story. That said, GAAP net income fell sharply on impairment charges and acquisition costs, a reminder that reported earnings remain noisy. Taken together, the raised outlook, expanded buyback, and new partnerships make this a high-conviction positive update.