Cathay General Bancorp - Common Stock (CATY)

Regional 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.

Shares 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. 

Regional bank Cathay General Bancorp (NASDAQ:CATY) will be reporting results this Thursday afternoon. Here’s what investors should know.

The 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.

Wall 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.

The $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.

Companies 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.

Cathay 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%.

Each 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.

Wrapping 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.

A 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.

Wall 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.

Regional 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.

Regional bank Cathay General Bancorp (NASDAQ:CATY) will be reporting results this Tuesday after market hours. Here’s what to look for.

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after disclosures from two lenders raised concerns about deteriorating loan quality across the industry. 

Stocks in the $10-50 range offer a sweet spot between affordability and stability as they’re typically more established than penny stocks. But their headline prices don’t guarantee quality, and investors should exercise caution as some have shaky business models.

A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after the earnings season got off to a strong start as several big banks reported third-quarter results that surpassed Wall Street's expectations. 

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after investors reacted to escalating trade tensions between the US and China following President Trump's announcement of a potential 'massive increase' in tariffs on Chinese imports. 

Wrapping up Q2 earnings, we look at the numbers and key takeaways for the regional banks stocks, including Cathay General Bancorp (NASDAQ:CATY) and its peers.