While already richly priced, Citizens Financial Group could surge further in 2026, thanks to a big anticipated jump in earnings. East West Bancorp could also hit new highs, thanks to valuation expansion plus its newfound status as a dividend growth stock.

PASADENA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--East West Bancorp, Inc. (“East West” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: EWBC), announced plans to host conference calls to review financial results on the following dates: Financial Period Earnings Release Date Conference Call Time Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Thursday, January 22, 2026 2 p.m. PT/5 p.m. ET First Quarter 2026 Tuesday, April 21, 2026 2 p.m. PT/5 p.m. ET The financial results are scheduled to be released after the market closes on the dates noted ab.

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Centaurus Financial Inc. raised its position in shares of East West Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: EWBC) by 99.0% in the second quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 13,702 shares of the financial services provider's stock after purchasing an additional 6,817

California Public Employees Retirement System raised its position in East West Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: EWBC) by 2.6% in the second quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 258,810 shares of the financial services provider's stock after buying an additional 6,531 shares during the period.

Elizabeth Park Capital Advisors Ltd. grew its holdings in East West Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: EWBC) by 36.8% in the undefined quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 34,200 shares of the financial services provider's stock after acquiring an additional 9,200 shares during the quarter.

Shares of East West Bancorp have had a solid year, outperforming the wider regional bank space with about a 16% return. Like many banks, East West has benefited from a wider net interest margin, although volume growth has also been strong. East West's loan concentration is on the high side, while its book skews to commercial lending. Despite its sensitivity to economic developments, it also enjoys strong profitability and ample capital.