Fisher Asset Management Increases Stake in East West Bancorp

The firm now owns over $79 million in shares of the California-based financial services provider.

Mar. 3, 2026 at 6:23am

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Fisher Asset Management LLC increased its holdings in East West Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ:EWBC) by 1.8% during the third quarter, according to a recent regulatory filing. The firm now owns 746,628 shares of the financial services provider's stock, valued at $79.48 million. East West Bancorp is a bank holding company and the parent of East West Bank, one of the largest independent banks headquartered in Southern California.

Why it matters

The increase in Fisher Asset Management's stake in East West Bancorp reflects the firm's confidence in the bank's growth prospects. As a major shareholder, Fisher Asset Management's investment decisions can influence the company's strategic direction and performance.

The details

Fisher Asset Management acquired an additional 13,405 shares of East West Bancorp during the third quarter, bringing its total holdings to 746,628 shares. The firm's investment in the financial services provider is now valued at $79.48 million. East West Bancorp provides a range of commercial banking services, including commercial and residential real estate lending, working capital lines of credit, trade finance, and deposit and treasury management services.

  • Fisher Asset Management increased its stake in East West Bancorp during the third quarter of 2026.

The players

Fisher Asset Management LLC

An investment management firm that has increased its stake in East West Bancorp, a California-based financial services provider.

East West Bancorp, Inc.

A bank holding company and the parent of East West Bank, one of the largest independent banks headquartered in Southern California.

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The takeaway

Fisher Asset Management's increased investment in East West Bancorp suggests the firm sees strong growth potential in the California-based financial services provider. As a major shareholder, Fisher's decisions could influence East West Bancorp's strategic direction and performance going forward.