B. Metzler seel. Sohn & Co. AG Increases Stake in East West Bancorp

The German investment firm raised its position in the California-based financial services provider by 61.4% in the third quarter.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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B. Metzler seel. Sohn & Co. AG, a German investment firm, increased its stake in East West Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ:EWBC) by 61.4% in the third quarter, according to a recent SEC filing. The fund now owns 69,101 shares of the financial services provider's stock, worth approximately $7.36 million.

Why it matters

East West Bancorp is one of the largest independent banks headquartered in Southern California, providing a range of commercial banking services to businesses and individuals. The increase in B. Metzler's stake suggests the firm sees growth potential in the bank's operations and the broader California market.

The details

According to the filing, B. Metzler seel. Sohn & Co. AG acquired an additional 26,280 shares of East West Bancorp during the third quarter, bringing its total position to 69,101 shares. This represents about 0.05% of the bank's outstanding shares. The investment firm cited East West Bancorp's strong financial performance and growth prospects as reasons for increasing its stake in the company.

  • B. Metzler seel. Sohn & Co. AG filed the SEC disclosure on March 9, 2026.
  • The firm increased its stake in East West Bancorp during the third quarter of 2025.

The players

B. Metzler seel. Sohn & Co. AG

A German investment firm that manages assets for institutional and private clients.

East West Bancorp, Inc.

A California-based financial services provider and one of the largest independent banks headquartered in Southern California.

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The takeaway

The increase in B. Metzler's stake in East West Bancorp suggests the German firm sees long-term growth potential in the California-based bank, which has a strong presence in commercial banking services in the region.