Cathay General Bancorp Announces Retirement of Chief Financial Officer and Appointment of Successor
Cathay General Bancorp (Nasdaq: CATY), the holding company for Cathay Bank, announced that Heng W. Chen will retire as Chief Financial Officer of Cathay General Bancorp and Cathay Bank (collectively “Cathay”) and Treasurer of Cathay General Bancorp, effective March 1, 2026, following a nearly 42-year career in auditing and finance, including 23 years of service at Cathay. Albert J. Wang, who currently serves as Deputy Chief Financial Officer, will succeed Chen as Chief Financial Officer of Cathay and Treasurer of Cathay General Bancorp. Mr. Chen will remain as a Special Advisor to the Office of the President for Cathay Bank through December 31, 2026.
Cathay General Bancorp (NASDAQ:CATY) Posts Better-Than-Expected Sales In Q4 CY2025Regional bank Cathay General Bancorp (
NASDAQ:CATY) reported Q4 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with sales up 18.7% year on year to $222.8 million. Its GAAP profit of $1.33 per share was 8.3% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Cathay General Bancorp Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Results
Cathay General Bancorp (the “Company”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) (Nasdaq: CATY), the holding company for Cathay Bank, today announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2025. The Company reported net income of $315.1 million, or $4.54 per diluted share, for the year ended December 31, 2025 and net income of $90.5 million, or $1.33 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2025.
Why Cathay General Bancorp (CATY) Stock Is Up TodayShares of regional bank Cathay General Bancorp (
NASDAQ:CATY) jumped 4% in the morning session after the banking sector rallied as major banks reported strong earnings that beat expectations.
Cathay General Bancorp (CATY) Reports Earnings Tomorrow: What To ExpectRegional bank Cathay General Bancorp (
NASDAQ:CATY) will be reporting results this Thursday afternoon. Here’s what investors should know.
1 Russell 2000 Stock to Target This Week and 2 We Find RiskyThe Russell 2000 (^RUT) is packed with potential breakout stocks, thanks to its focus on smaller companies with high growth potential.
However, smaller size also means these businesses often lack the resilience and financial flexibility of large-cap firms, making careful selection crucial.
1 Unpopular Stock That Deserves a Second Chance and 2 We Brush OffWall Street has issued downbeat forecasts for the stocks in this article.
These predictions are rare - financial institutions typically hesitate to say bad things about a company because it can jeopardize their other revenue-generating business lines like M&A advisory.
Cathay General Bancorp to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Financial Results
Cathay General Bancorp (Nasdaq: CATY), the holding company for Cathay Bank, is scheduled to announce its fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results after the markets close on Thursday, January 22, 2026.
3 Stocks Under $50 We Keep Off Our RadarThe $10-50 price range often includes mid-sized businesses with proven track records and plenty of growth runway ahead.
They also usually carry less risk than penny stocks, though they’re not immune to volatility as many lack the scale advantages of their larger peers.
3 Cash-Heavy Stocks We Find RiskyCompanies with more cash than debt can be financially resilient, but that doesn’t mean they’re all strong investments.
Some lack leverage because they struggle to grow or generate consistent profits, making them unattractive borrowers.
3 Reasons CATY is Risky and 1 Stock to Buy InsteadCathay General Bancorp has followed the market’s trajectory closely, rising in tandem with the S&P 500 over the past six months. The stock has climbed by 8.6% to $49.46 per share while the index has gained 11.7%.
1 Surging Bank Stock to Research Further and 2 We IgnoreEach stock in this article is trading near its 52-week high.
These elevated prices usually indicate some degree of investor confidence, business improvements, or favorable market conditions.
Regional Banks Stocks Q3 Teardown: Cathay General Bancorp (NASDAQ:CATY) Vs The RestWrapping up Q3 earnings, we look at the numbers and key takeaways for the regional banks stocks, including Cathay General Bancorp (
NASDAQ:CATY) and its peers.
East West Bank, Columbia Banking System, Cathay General Bancorp, BankUnited, and Axos Financial Shares Are Soaring, What You Need To KnowA number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after comments from a key Federal Reserve official boosted hopes for an interest rate cut. New York Federal Reserve President John Williams stated he sees “room for a further adjustment” in the near term, sparking a significant market rally. Following his remarks, the probability of the central bank cutting rates at its December meeting jumped from 39% to over 73%, according to the CME FedWatch tool. This positive sentiment provided relief to markets amid concerns over high valuations, particularly in AI-related stocks.
Cathay General Bancorp Declares $0.34 Per Share Dividend
Cathay General Bancorp (Nasdaq: CATY) announced that its Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of thirty-four cents per common share, payable on December 11, 2025, to stockholders of record at the close of business on December 1, 2025.
1 Unpopular Stock That Deserves a Second Chance and 2 We QuestionWall Street has issued downbeat forecasts for the stocks in this article.
These predictions are rare - financial institutions typically hesitate to say bad things about a company because it can jeopardize their other revenue-generating business lines like M&A advisory.
Cathay Bank Participates in CFA Institute Research Challenge
Cathay Bank is proud to announce its participation in the CFA Institute Research Challenge, an annual global competition that provides university students with hands-on mentoring and training in financial analysis and professional ethics.
Cathay General Bancorp’s (NASDAQ:CATY) Q3 Sales Beat EstimatesRegional bank Cathay General Bancorp (
NASDAQ:CATY) reported Q3 CY2025 results beating Wall Street’s revenue expectations, with sales up 13.7% year on year to $210.6 million. Its GAAP profit of $1.13 per share was 2.1% below analysts’ consensus estimates.
Cathay General Bancorp Announces Third Quarter 2025 Results
Cathay General Bancorp (the “Company”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) (Nasdaq: CATY), the holding company for Cathay Bank, today announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2025. The Company reported net income of $77.7 million, or $1.13 per diluted share, for the third quarter of 2025.
