Analysts Set Cathay General Bancorp Target Price at $52.50

The bank holding company's stock has a 'Hold' rating from five ratings firms.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 9:24am

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Shares of Cathay General Bancorp (NASDAQ:CATY) have been assigned a consensus rating of 'Hold' from five ratings firms covering the stock. Three analysts have rated the stock as a 'Hold', while two have issued a 'Buy' rating. The average 12-month price target among brokers is $52.50.

Why it matters

As a community-focused bank serving Asian-American customers, Cathay General Bancorp's performance and valuation are closely watched by investors and analysts. The mixed analyst ratings and price target suggest the stock may be fairly valued, with potential upside if the bank can continue its growth trajectory.

The details

Cathay General Bancorp, headquartered in Los Angeles, California, is the parent company of Cathay Bank, which provides a full suite of financial services to commercial, institutional, and retail clients. The bank was founded in 1962 by a group of Chinese American entrepreneurs and has since expanded from a single branch in downtown LA to become one of the largest Asian-American banks in the US.

  • Cathay General Bancorp last released its earnings on January 22, 2026.
  • The company paid a quarterly dividend of $0.38 per share on March 9, 2026.

The players

Cathay General Bancorp

A bank holding company headquartered in Los Angeles, California, trading on NASDAQ under the symbol CATY. Its principal subsidiary is Cathay Bank, which provides financial services to commercial, institutional, and retail clients.

Cathay Bank

The principal subsidiary of Cathay General Bancorp, providing a full suite of financial services to the bank's customers.

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What’s next

Investors will be closely watching Cathay General Bancorp's upcoming earnings report and any updates from analysts on the bank's valuation and growth prospects.

The takeaway

Cathay General Bancorp's mixed analyst ratings and $52.50 average price target suggest the stock may be fairly valued, with potential upside if the bank can continue its growth trajectory as a community-focused institution serving Asian-American customers.