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East West Bank (Nasdaq: EWBC) and Worldpay signed a long-term agreement announced October 8, 2025 to expand payment solutions for East West’s commercial and business clients. The deal gives clients access to Worldpay’s point-of-sale, smart terminals, omnichannel, eCommerce, and loyalty tools and enables East West to refer business customers to Worldpay’s value-added services. Worldpay processes over 50 billion transactions annually across 174 countries and 135 currencies. The partnership aims to streamline operations, enhance cash flow, and deliver seamless in-store and online payment experiences for businesses of all sizes.
East West Bancorp (NASDAQ: EWBC) has secured the #1 position in Bank Director's 2025 RankingBanking study for banks with assets over $50 billion, marking its third consecutive year at the top. The ranking considers four key performance metrics: return on assets, return on equity, tangible common equity, and non-performing assets.
The bank stands out as the most highly capitalized institution among banks with over $50 billion in assets. This achievement marks East West's fourth top ranking in five years, demonstrating consistent strong performance in profitability, capital adequacy, and asset quality.
East West Bancorp (NASDAQ: EWBC) announced its participation in the upcoming Barclays 23rd Annual Global Financial Services Conference. Christopher Del Moral-Niles, the company's Chief Financial Officer, will participate in a fireside chat on September 8th, 2025, at 11:15 a.m. ET.
The presentation will be accessible through a live audio webcast on the company's investor relations website, with a replay available afterward at www.eastwestbank.com/investors.
East West Bancorp (NASDAQ: EWBC) reported strong Q2 2025 financial results with net income of $310 million, or $2.24 per diluted share. The bank achieved record levels in both total loans ($55.0 billion) and deposits ($65.0 billion). Key performance metrics include a 15.4% return on average common equity and a 10.5% total stockholders' equity to assets ratio.
Quarter-over-quarter, the bank demonstrated solid growth with average loans and deposits each increasing by approximately $1.0 billion. Total revenue reached $703 million, up 2% from the previous quarter. The bank's credit quality improved, with decreases in both criticized loans and nonperforming assets. The tangible common equity ratio strengthened to 10%, positioning the bank well for future opportunities.
East West was recognized as the best performing bank above $50 billion in assets by Bank Director for the third consecutive year.
East West Bancorp has announced key dates for its upcoming earnings calls and conference participations. The bank will host two major earnings conference calls: the Second Quarter 2025 results on July 22, 2025, at 2 p.m. PT/5 p.m. ET, and the Third Quarter 2025 results on October 21, 2025, at the same time.
Financial results will be released after market close on the respective dates. Investors can access the live audio webcast, earnings release, and presentation materials through the bank's investor relations website. For call participation, U.S. callers should dial 877-506-6399, Canadian callers 855-669-9657, and international participants 412-902-6699.
Additionally, the bank's management will engage with investors at two spring conferences:
- Wells Fargo 2025 Financial Services Investor Conference on May 14, 2025
- Morgan Stanley US Financials Conference on June 10, 2025, featuring a fireside chat at 1:50 p.m. ET
East West Bancorp (EWBC) reported strong Q1 2025 financial results with net income of $290 million, or $2.08 per diluted share. The bank achieved record levels in loans, revenue, and fee income, with a return on average tangible common equity of 15.9%.
Key highlights include:
- Total revenue (FTE) reached $693 million, up 2% quarter-over-quarter
- Net interest margin expanded by 11 basis points, generating over $600 million in net interest income
- Fee income grew 8% quarter-over-quarter
- Book value per share increased 3% quarter-over-quarter and 14% year-over-year
- Credit performance improved with net charge-offs of $15 million (12 basis points of total loans)
- Allowance for loan losses maintained at 1.35% of loans
Pasadena Private Lending (PPL) has secured significant financing through two key transactions: a new $50 million secured term loan with SLR Capital Partners and an amended $75 million Senior Credit Facility with East West Bank (EWBC). The EWBC facility, extended to July 2028, includes an increased advance rate from 65% to 70%.
The combined capital injection will enable PPL to expand its portfolio in the Owner-Guaranteed Business Loan market, capitalizing on current economic conditions where lower-middle market companies seek floating-rate credit from non-bank lenders. East West Bank, PPL's senior lender since 2021, has demonstrated strong growth in the specialty finance space.
Kilo Fund Management announced the extension of its $50 million asset-backed senior secured revolving credit facility (ABL). The renewed facility, led by East West Bank, extends the maturity date to December 13, 2028, enhancing Kilo's ability to provide commodity finance solutions to North American middle-market companies.
The company, backed by Cordillera Investment Partners, launched a dedicated platform in 2019 for metal financing solutions to U.S. businesses. The facility supports Kilo's continued growth in providing financing for metals, food and agricultural commodities, and energy inventories. The extension builds on the company's five-year track record and positions it for further expansion with potential additional lenders.
East West Bancorp (EWBC) reported record financial results for 2024, with full-year net income reaching $1.2 billion, or $8.33 per diluted share. Fourth quarter 2024 net income was $293 million ($2.10 per diluted share). The company achieved strong performance metrics, including a 1.60% return on average assets and 15.9% return on average common equity.
Key highlights include deposit growth of over $7 billion and a 12% increase in fee income year-over-year, driven by wealth management, lending, and deposit account fees. Book value per share grew 12% year-over-year to $55.79. The company announced a $300 million share repurchase authorization and a 9% increase in common stock dividend.
Total revenue (FTE) for 2024 was $2,619 million, slightly up from $2,609 million in 2023. Total assets increased 9% to $75,976 million.
East West Bancorp (EWBC) has announced its upcoming earnings call schedule for Q4 2024 and Q1 2025. The Q4 and full-year 2024 results will be released on January 23, 2025, followed by a conference call at 2 p.m. PT/5 p.m. ET. The Q1 2025 earnings will be released on April 22, 2025, with a call scheduled for the same time.
The company will also participate in the Bank of America 2025 Financial Services Conference on February 11th, 2025, at 2:40 p.m. ET in Miami, Florida. Financial results will be available on the company's Investor Relations website, with conference calls accessible via phone (877-506-6399 for US/Canada, 412-902-6699 for international).
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