Cathay General Bancorp (CATY) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.34 per share, a move that underscores the company's commitment to returning value to its shareholders. This dividend will be payable to shareholders of record on December 10, 2025, following an ex-dividend date of November 30, 2025. Investors must own shares before the ex-dividend date to qualify for this payment.
With a current dividend yield of 2.85%, the announcement highlights Cathay General Bancorp's ongoing strategy to provide regular income to its shareholders. The company, headquartered in Los Angeles, operates over 60 branches across the United States and offers a variety of financial services, including commercial and real estate loans, treasury management, and investment products through its Cathay Wealth Management unit.
As of November 20, 2025, Cathay General Bancorp reported a market capitalization of $3.1 billion, a P/E ratio of 10.30, and an EPS of 4.33. The upcoming earnings announcements are set for April 20, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $1.21, followed by July 20, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $1.27. Such financial metrics provide insight into the company's performance and its ability to sustain dividend payments in the future.
Investors often look to dividend announcements as indicators of a company’s cash flow generation and capital allocation strategy. While regular dividends can be attractive to income-focused investors, it is important to acknowledge that dividends are not guaranteed and can be adjusted based on business performance and management decisions.