East West Bancorp, Inc. Schedule 13G/A: Capital International Investors reports beneficial ownership of 3,020,726 shares of common stock, representing 2.2% of the company. The filing lists 137,622,675 shares believed to be outstanding as of 03/31/2026 and shows sole voting power of 3,018,703 and sole dispositive power of 3,020,726.
The filing is an amendment identifying Capital International Investors as the beneficial owner through multiple affiliated investment management entities. It is a passive ownership disclosure under Schedule 13G/A and does not state any proposed transactions or change in corporate control.
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Insights
Large passive holder files Schedule 13G/A showing 2.2% stake.
The amendment lists 3,020,726 shares and reports sole voting power of 3,018,703, reflecting the aggregate position of Capital International Investors and affiliated management entities. The filing classifies the holding as passive disclosure under Schedule 13G/A and names the related entities that provide services under the "Capital International Investors" name.
Holder decisions will determine future trading activity; timing and cash‑flow treatment are not stated in the excerpt. Subsequent filings would show any material changes to the position.
Key Figures
Beneficial ownership:3,020,726 sharesPercent of class:2.2%Shares outstanding:137,622,675 shares+1 more
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Beneficial ownership3,020,726 sharesreported in Schedule 13G/A amendment
Percent of class2.2%of 137,622,675 shares believed outstanding
Shares outstanding137,622,675 sharesbelieved to be outstanding as of <date>03/31/2026</date>
Sole voting power3,018,703 sharesreported sole power to vote
Key Terms
Schedule 13G/A, beneficial ownership, sole dispositive power
A Schedule 13G/A is an amended public filing with the U.S. securities regulator that updates a previous Schedule 13G, disclosing when an individual or group holds a substantial (typically over 5%) stake in a company and is claiming a passive, non‑controlling intent. Investors monitor these updates because rising or falling holdings can signal changing confidence, potential future moves, or shifts in voting power — like watching a public ledger where large shareholders quietly adjust their positions.
beneficial ownershipfinancial
"CII is deemed to be the beneficial owner of 3,020,726 shares"
Beneficial ownership means the person or entity that actually enjoys the benefits of owning shares or other assets — such as receiving dividends, voting rights, or price gains — even if the legal title is held in another name. For investors it matters because knowing who truly controls and profits from a company reveals who can influence decisions, exposes potential conflicts of interest or hidden concentration of power, and affects transparency and risk in the stock.
sole dispositive powerfinancial
"Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 3,020,726"
Sole dispositive power is the exclusive legal authority to decide what happens to a security — for example, whether to sell, transfer, or retain shares — without needing anyone else’s permission. Investors care because it signals who truly controls the economic outcome of an investment: like holding the only key to a safe, the holder can realize gains or losses and may trigger regulatory reporting, insider rules, or influence over corporate ownership.
What stake does Capital International Investors report in EWBC?
Capital International Investors reports beneficial ownership of 3,020,726 shares, equal to 2.2% of East West Bancorp's common stock as disclosed in the amendment.
Does the Schedule 13G/A indicate voting or disposal power for EWBC shares?
Yes. The filing shows sole voting power of 3,018,703 shares and sole dispositive power of 3,020,726 shares held by Capital International Investors and its affiliated entities.
How many East West Bancorp shares are outstanding per the filing?
The amendment states there are 137,622,675 shares believed to be outstanding as presented in the ownership disclosure related to this filing.
Does this Schedule 13G/A signal an active acquisition or sale by the holder?
No. This Schedule 13G/A amendment classifies the position as a passive beneficial ownership disclosure and does not disclose any planned purchases, sales, or change in control.
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 13G
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
(Amendment No. 5)
East West Bancorp, Inc.
(Name of Issuer)
Common Stock
(Title of Class of Securities)
27579R104
(CUSIP Number)
03/31/2026
(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)
Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed:
Rule 13d-1(b)
Rule 13d-1(c)
Rule 13d-1(d)
schemaVersion:
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
27579R104
1
Names of Reporting Persons
Capital International Investors
2
Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)
(a)
(b)
3
Sec Use Only
4
Citizenship or Place of Organization
DELAWARE
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
3,018,703.00
6
Shared Voting Power
0.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
3,020,726.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
0.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
3,020,726.00
10
Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)
11
Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)
2.2 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
IA
SCHEDULE 13G
Item 1.
(a)
Name of issuer:
East West Bancorp, Inc.
(b)
Address of issuer's principal executive offices:
135 N. Los Robles Ave., 7Th Floor, Pasadena, CA 91101
Item 2.
(a)
Name of person filing:
Capital International Investors
(b)
Address or principal business office or, if none, residence:
333 South Hope Street, 55th Fl, Los Angeles, CA 90071
(c)
Citizenship:
N/A
(d)
Title of class of securities:
Common Stock
(e)
CUSIP No.:
27579R104
Item 3.
If this statement is filed pursuant to §§ 240.13d-1(b) or 240.13d-2(b) or (c), check whether the person filing is a:
(a)
Broker or dealer registered under section 15 of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78o);
(b)
Bank as defined in section 3(a)(6) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(c)
Insurance company as defined in section 3(a)(19) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(d)
Investment company registered under section 8 of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-8);
(e)
An investment adviser in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(E);
(f)
An employee benefit plan or endowment fund in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(F);
(g)
A parent holding company or control person in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(G);
(h)
A savings associations as defined in Section 3(b) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (12 U.S.C. 1813);
(i)
A church plan that is excluded from the definition of an investment company under section 3(c)(14) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-3);
(j)
A non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J). If filing as a non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J),
please specify the type of institution:
(k)
Group, in accordance with Rule 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(K).
Item 4.
Ownership
(a)
Amount beneficially owned:
3,020,726 **
**Capital International Investors ("CII") is a division of Capital Research and Management Company ("CRMC"), as well as its investment management subsidiaries and affiliates Capital Bank and Trust Company, Capital International, Inc., Capital International Limited, Capital International Sarl, Capital International K.K., Capital Group Private Client Services, Inc., and Capital Group Investment Management Private Limited (together with CRMC, the "investment management entities"). CII's divisions of each of the investment management entities collectively provide investment management services under the name "Capital International Investors." CII is deemed to be the beneficial owner of 3,020,726 shares or 2.2% of the 137,622,675 shares believed to be outstanding.
(b)
Percent of class:
2.2 %
(c)
Number of shares as to which the person has:
(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote:
3,018,703
(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote:
0
(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
3,020,726
(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
0
Item 5.
Ownership of 5 Percent or Less of a Class.
Ownership of 5 percent or less of a class
Item 6.
Ownership of more than 5 Percent on Behalf of Another Person.
Not Applicable
Item 7.
Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
Not Applicable
Item 8.
Identification and Classification of Members of the Group.
Not Applicable
Item 9.
Notice of Dissolution of Group.
Not Applicable
Item 10.
Certifications:
By signing below I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the securities referred to above were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and were not acquired and are not held for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of the issuer of the securities and were not acquired and are not held in connection with or as a participant in any transaction having that purpose or effect, other than activities solely in connection with a nomination under ?? 240.14a-11.
SIGNATURE
After reasonable inquiry and to the best of my knowledge and belief, I certify that the information set forth in this statement is true, complete and correct.
