CATHAY GENERAL BANCORP (CATY) Stock
CATY has an Alpha Score of 75 out of 100 (moderate), computed on Nov 4, 2026 from 3 of 4 sub-scores. 3 members of Congress disclosed 5 trades in CATY since 2019: 4 purchases and 1 sale, most recently Gilbert Cisneros (purchase, Mar 3, 2026). 3 of the hedge funds AlphaScala tracks reported CATY in 13F filings for the quarter ended Jun 30, 2026; the largest reported position is D.E. Shaw's at $23.72M. Company insiders reported 0 open-market buys and 5 sales on SEC Form 4 in the 90 days to Nov 4, 2026. Its trailing P/E ratio is 11.7 and its net margin 45.1% (key statistics as of Oct 28, 2026).
What is CATY's Alpha Score?
How it works →Alpha Score of 75 reflects strong overall profile with strong momentum, strong value, strong quality. Based on 3 of 4 signals – score is capped at 90 until remaining data ingests.
Computed from 3 of 4 sub-scores; a sub-score is left out when its inputs are missing, and the composite is capped accordingly.
Computed Nov 4, 2026
A rules-based research rating, not a recommendation to buy or sell.
Which members of Congress traded CATHAY GENERAL BANCORP (CATY)?
Most recent: Gilbert Cisneros (purchase, Mar 3, 2026); records start Feb 20, 2019.
| Politician | Trade date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gil Cisneros D-CA · House | 2026-03-03 | purchase | $1k – $15k |
| Gil Cisneros D-CA · House | 2026-01-15 | purchase | $1k – $15k |
| Josh Gottheimer D-NJ · House | 2025-04-09 | partial sale | $1k – $15k |
| Josh Gottheimer D-NJ · House | 2020-10-16 | purchase | $1k – $15k |
| Donna Shalala D-FL · House | 2019-02-20 | purchase | $1k – $15k |
From STOCK Act periodic transaction reports. House filings as of Nov 5, 2026.
See all CATY political trades →Which hedge funds own CATY?
From 13F filings| Fund | Shares Held | Position Value | Change vs prior Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| D.E. Shaw David Shaw | 383K | $23.72M | -15% |
| Renaissance Technologies Jim Simons (founder) | 142K | $8.78M | +313% |
| Millennium Management Israel Englander | 118K | $7.32M | -46% |
13F holdings as of Jun 30, 2026
Explore all tracked funds →Are CATHAY GENERAL BANCORP insiders buying or selling?
SEC Form 4 filings| Date | Insider | Role | Type | Shares | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 26, 26 | Sun Albert | EVP, Chief Credit Officer | SELL | 960 | $62K |
| Sep 2, 26 | Sun Richard | Director | SELL | 1.0K | $62K |
| Aug 25, 26 | Sun Richard | Director | SELL | 1.0K | $62K |
| Aug 25, 26 | Lo Thomas M. | EVP, Chief Admin Officer | SELL | 1.6K | $100K |
| Aug 10, 26 | Sun Richard | Director | SELL | 3.0K | $189K |
| Jul 31, 26 | Sun Richard | Director | SELL | 5.0K | $312K |
| Jul 30, 26 | Sun Richard | Director | SELL | 5.0K | $317K |
| Jul 29, 26 | Sun Richard | Director | SELL | 10.0K | $633K |
| Jul 29, 26 | Sun Richard | Director | SELL | 10.0K | $633K |
SEC Form 4 filings as of Nov 4, 2026
See cluster-buy signals across all tickers →What are CATY's key statistics?
Key statistics as of Oct 28, 2026
How does CATY's valuation compare with the Financials sector?
| Metric | CATY | Financials median | Companies in median |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E ratio | 11.7 | 12.9 | 219 |
| Net margin | 45.10% | 20.11% | 204 |
| Return on equity | 12.14% | 12.39% | 230 |
| Dividend yield (payers) | 3.71% | 3.29% | 172 |
Medians over the Financials stocks whose key statistics were refreshed in the last 35 days (newest Nov 6, 2026). P/E excludes loss-making companies.
CATY price chart
Powered by TradingViewWhat does CATHAY GENERAL BANCORP do?
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.