Cathay General Bancorp
S&P 500CATY/Financial Services · Banks - Regional/NASDAQ
Dividend Yield
2.40%
$1.44 · Annual Dividend
Dividend Safety Rating
CATY's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 28.9% earnings payout ratio & 26.3% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 1.9% 5-year dividend cagr. As a financial company, some traditional cash flow metrics are less applicable. The score focuses on earnings-based coverage and profitability.
Based on 9 of 10 metrics
Strengths
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 28.9%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
- FCF Payout Ratio: 26.3%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
- Operating Margin: 61.5%Healthy operating margin provides a wide buffer.
Risks
- 5-Year Dividend CAGR: 1.9%Dividend growth has been weak or negative.
Payout & Coverage
Very SafeBalance Sheet
N/AProfitability
SafeDividend Track Record
SafeAbout Cathay General Bancorp
Cathay General Bancorp is a bank holding company that primarily serves the Chinese-American community and other diverse communities in the United States. The main function of Cathay General Bancorp is to provide a full range of financial services and products, which include commercial loans, residential mortgage lending, consumer loans, and deposits. Significantly, the company caters to small and mid-sized businesses as well as individual clients. The bank is known for its deep roots in the Asian-American market, having been established in the mid-20th century to address the banking needs of this demographic. It plays a crucial role in facilitating trade and financial transactions, particularly between North America and Asia, given its strategic emphasis on fostering international trade relationships. In terms of market significance, Cathay General Bancorp exemplifies the partnership between localized community banking and global financial integration. Its niche expertise in serving minority groups, along with its capacity to offer personalized banking solutions, underscores its importance in promoting economic growth and entrepreneurial ventures within its service areas.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
2.40%
Annual Dividend
$1.44
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
28.87%
FCF Payout Ratio
26.25%
52-Week Range
$43.66 - $62.36
Dividend History (2016–2025)
CATY annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
CATY earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Last Ex-Dividend Date
May 28, 2026
Last Payment Date
June 9, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
0.00%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
1.86%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
9.28%
3-Year Total Growth
0.00%
5-Year Total Growth
9.68%
10-Year Total Growth
142.86%
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