Matthew 25 Management Corp Sells 12,500 Shares of East West Bancorp

The firm reduced its stake in the financial services provider by 10.4% in the third quarter.

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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Matthew 25 Management Corp lowered its holdings in shares of East West Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ:EWBC) by 10.4% in the 3rd quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 107,500 shares of the financial services provider's stock after selling 12,500 shares during the period.

Why it matters

East West Bancorp is a major independent bank headquartered in Southern California, catering to both large and middle-market businesses. This sale by Matthew 25 Management Corp, a notable institutional investor, provides insight into the firm's investment strategy and views on the bank's prospects.

The details

According to the SEC filing, Matthew 25 Management Corp sold 12,500 shares of East West Bancorp, reducing its stake in the company to 107,500 shares. This represented approximately 0.08% of East West Bancorp's outstanding shares at the time. The sale occurred during the 3rd quarter of the year.

  • The sale took place in the 3rd quarter of the year.

The players

Matthew 25 Management Corp

An investment management firm that previously owned 0.08% of East West Bancorp's shares.

East West Bancorp, Inc.

A major independent bank headquartered in Southern California, providing a range of financial products and services to businesses and individuals.

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The takeaway

This transaction indicates that Matthew 25 Management Corp has reduced its exposure to East West Bancorp, potentially signaling a shift in the firm's investment strategy or views on the bank's future performance. However, the sale represents a relatively small portion of the firm's overall holdings, and East West Bancorp remains an important player in the Southern California banking landscape.