To our shareholders and employees:
For B×+ and for Mexico as a whole, 2017 put our resilience to the test.
The year began amid political and economic turbulence caused by events beyond our borders, and although prospects looked dark at first, we found our way forward with our characteristic optimism and confidence in our people and our country.
For B×+ in particular it was a year of opportunities, inspiring us each to give our best, working as a team. In 2017 we kept up our pace of growth, closing with an RoE of 8%, and improved our operating efficiency.
This year I’d like to extend special recognition to all of our employees, who in the darkest hour Mexico City has experienced in a long time--the earthquakes of September 7 and 19--kept our operations going and showed remarkable solidarity and heroism, helping their co-workers and other city residents affected by the quakes in various areas.
It is precisely because of this kind of people, who are also the best talent in the business that B×+ can continue advancing toward our goal: to prepare to go public on in the year 2019.
I am convinced that 2018 will be a great year for us, to generate sustainable growth for our clients, employees and shareholders.
¡Reach further, beyond what you see!
Antonio del Valle Perochena
Chairman of the Board of Directors of Grupo Financiero B×+