Cathay General Bancorp (CATY)
Cathay General Bancorp (CATY) is a regional bank holding company based in Los Angeles, California. It operates Cathay Bank, which provides a range of banking and financial services to individuals, small to medium-sized businesses, and commercial clients. Founded in 1962, the bank has a strong presence in Asian-American communities and offers services including personal banking, business banking, loans, and wealth management.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 8, 2025 | $0.34 | 2025-08-28 | 2025-08-28 |
| June 9, 2025 | $0.34 | 2025-05-29 | 2025-05-29 |
| March 10, 2025 | $0.34 | 2025-02-27 | 2025-02-27 |
| December 9, 2024 | $0.34 | 2024-11-27 | 2024-11-27 |
| September 9, 2024 | $0.34 | 2024-08-29 | 2024-08-29 |
Dividends Summary
- Cathay General Bancorp has issued 86 dividend payments over the past 21 years
- The most recent dividend was paid 12 days ago, on September 8, 2025
- The highest dividend payed out to investors during this period was $0.34 per share
- The average dividend paid during this period was $0.17 per share.
Company News
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In the preceding three months, 4 analysts have released ratings for Cathay General (NASDAQ:CATY), presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish. The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective. Bullish Somewhat Bullish Indifferent Somewhat Bearish Bearish Total Ratings 0 1 3 0 0 Last 30D 0 0 1 0 0 1M Ago 0 1 2 0 0 2M Ago 0 0 0 0 0 3M Ago 0 0 0 0 0 Analysts have recently evaluated Cathay General and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $40.75, accompanied by a high estimate of $44.00 and a low estimate of $38.00. This current average has decreased by 7.39% from the previous average price target of $44.00. Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Cathay General is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets. Analyst Analyst Firm Action Taken Rating Current Price Target Prior Price Target Brandon King Truist Securities Lowers Hold $38.00 $40.00 Christopher Mcgratty Keefe, Bruyette & Woods Lowers Market Perform $41.00 $46.00 David Chiaverini Wedbush Maintains Outperform $44.00 - Brandon King Truist Securities Lowers Hold $40.00 $46.00 Key Insights: Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related ...Full story available on Benzinga.com
CATY earnings call for the period ending June 30, 2022.
