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East West Bancorp

East West Bancorp Inc is the holding company for East West Bank, a full-service commercial bank with cross-border operations concentrated in the United States and China. East-West Bank is one of a few U.S. based banks with a full banking license in China. The bank's cost strategy has increasingly focused on expanding its deposit base away from time deposits to commercial deposits. The bank has also taken part in entertainment partnerships between participants in China and Hollywood. Most of these efforts include financing the production and distribution of film and television projects. The bank leverages its cultural and regulatory knowledge in the U.S. and China to assist its customers in entering new markets. Most of its earning assets are in loans held for investment.

East West Bancorp Inc

East West Bancorp's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWBC#NYSE">EWBC</a>) short percent of float has risen 7.67% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 4.64 million shares sold short, which is 3.79% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 9.72 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>East West Bancorp Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1726146917_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for East West Bancorp has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing East West Bancorp's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, East West Bancorp's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.33%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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East West Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWBC#NASDAQ">EWBC</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 4.1% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 16.3%. Currently, East West Bancorp has a market capitalization of $11.38 billion. 
Buying $1000 In EWBC: If an investor had bought $1000 of EWBC stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $9,464.20 today based on a price of $82.10 for EWBC at the time of writing.
<h3>East West Bancorp's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1724770827_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Morgan Stanley analyst Manan Gosalia maintains East West Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWBC#NASDAQ">EWBC</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $95 to $103.

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Truist Securities analyst Brandon King maintains East West Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWBC#NASDAQ">EWBC</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $80 to $96.

Truist Securities Maintains Buy on East West Bancorp, Raises Price Target to $96

Stephens &amp; Co. analyst Andrew Terrell maintains East West Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWBC#NASDAQ">EWBC</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $86 to $95.

Stephens & Co. Maintains Overweight on East West Bancorp, Raises Price Target to $95

Wedbush analyst David Chiaverini maintains East West Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWBC#NASDAQ">EWBC</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $90 to $100.

Wedbush Maintains Outperform on East West Bancorp, Raises Price Target to $100

Wells Fargo analyst Timur Braziler maintains East West Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWBC#NASDAQ">EWBC</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $85 to $95.

Wells Fargo Maintains Overweight on East West Bancorp, Raises Price Target to $95

DA Davidson analyst Gary Tenner maintains East West Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWBC#NASDAQ">EWBC</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $92 to $100.

DA Davidson Maintains Buy on East West Bancorp, Raises Price Target to $100

Analysts' ratings for East West Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWBC#NASDAQ">EWBC</a>) over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 4 analysts.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
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<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
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<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
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<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
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Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $90.5, along with a high estimate of $105.00 and a low estimate of $80.00. Witnessing a positive shift, the current average has risen by 0.98% from the previous average price target of $89.62.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1721826038_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
The standing of East West Bancorp among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
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<td>Matthew Clark</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$92.00</td>
<td>$72.50</td>
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<td>Brandon King</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$80.00</td>
<td>$86.00</td>
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<td>Elan Zanger</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$85.00</td>
<td>$94.00</td>
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<td>Jared Shaw</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$105.00</td>
<td>$106.00</td>
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</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to East West Bancorp. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of East West Bancorp compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of East West Bancorp's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into East West Bancorp's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/EWBC/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on East West Bancorp analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into East West Bancorp's Background</h2>
East West Bancorp Inc is the holding company for East West Bank, a full-service commercial bank with cross-border operations concentrated in the United States and China. East-West Bank is one of a few U.S. based banks with a full banking license in China. The bank's cost strategy has increasingly focused on expanding its deposit base away from time deposits to commercial deposits. The bank has also taken part in entertainment partnerships between participants in China and Hollywood. Most of these efforts include financing the production and distribution of film and television projects. The bank leverages its cultural and regulatory knowledge in the U.S. and China to assist its customers in entering new markets. Most of its earning assets are in loans held for investment.
<h3>Breaking Down East West Bancorp's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is above the industry average, indicating that it is relatively larger in size compared to peers. This may suggest a higher level of investor confidence and market recognition.
Revenue Growth: East West Bancorp's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has faced challenges. As of 31 March, 2024, the company experienced a revenue decline of approximately -2.81%. This indicates a decrease in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Financials sector.
Net Margin: East West Bancorp's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 45.11%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): East West Bancorp's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 4.08%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.
Return on Assets (ROA): East West Bancorp's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 0.41% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.52.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
If you want to keep track of which analysts are outperforming others, you can view updated analyst ratings along withanalyst success scores in <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Breaking Down East West Bancorp: 4 Analysts Share Their Views

Piper Sandler analyst Matthew Clark maintains East West Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWBC#NASDAQ">EWBC</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $72.5 to $92.

Piper Sandler Maintains Neutral on East West Bancorp, Raises Price Target to $92

East West Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWBC#NASDAQ">EWBC</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $2.07 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.97 by 5.08 percent. The company reported quarterly sales of $553.229 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $554.958 million by 0.31 percent. This is a 2.39 percent decrease over sales of $566.746 million the same period last year.

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East West Bancorp Q2 2024 Adj EPS $2.07 Beats $1.97 Estimate, Sales $553.229M Miss $554.958M Estimate

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Truist Securities analyst Brandon King maintains East West Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWBC#NASDAQ">EWBC</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $86 to $80.

Truist Securities Maintains Buy on East West Bancorp, Lowers Price Target to $80

Jefferies analyst Elan Zanger maintains East West Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EWBC#NASDAQ">EWBC</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $94 to $85.

Jefferies Maintains Buy on East West Bancorp, Lowers Price Target to $85

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Despite Continued Growth, I'm Not Ready To Write A Check For East West Bancorp Yet

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Truist Financial analyst Brandon King maintained a Buy rating on East West Bancorp (EWBC – Research Report) today and set a price target of $96.00....

East West Bancorp (EWBC) Gets a Buy from Truist Financial

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East West Bancorp's Investor Presentation Highlights Growth Strategy

In a report released today, Matthew Clark from Piper Sandler maintained a Hold rating on East West Bancorp (EWBC – Research Report), with a price t...

Piper Sandler Keeps Their Hold Rating on East West Bancorp (EWBC)

Wells Fargo analyst Timur Braziler has maintained their bullish stance on EWBC stock, giving a Buy rating on August 28. Timur Braziler has given hi...

Maintaining Buy Rating for East West Bancorp on Stable NII and Growth Prospects

KBW analyst Christopher Mcgratty maintained a Buy rating on East West Bancorp (EWBC – Research Report) today and set a price target of $92.00. The ...

KBW Sticks to Their Buy Rating for East West Bancorp (EWBC)

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East West Bancorp Reports Net Income for Third Quarter of 2023 of $288 Million and Diluted Earnings Per Share of $2.02; Record Third Quarter Revenue and Net Interest Income

East West Bancorp Announces Dates for 2023 Fourth Quarter and 2024 First Quarter Earnings Calls

East West Bancorp Reports Net Income for Full Year 2023 of $1.2 Billion and Diluted Earnings Per Share of $8.18; Increases Dividend by 15%

East West Bancorp to Participate at Bank of America, UBS 2024 Financial Services Conferences

East West Bancorp to Attend the Wells Fargo 2024 Financial Services Investor Conference

East West Bancorp Reports Net Income for First Quarter of 2024 of $285 Million and Diluted Earnings Per Share of $2.03

East West Bancorp Announces Dates for 2024 Second and Third Quarter Earnings Calls

East West Bancorp Reports Net Income for Second Quarter of 2024 of $288 Million and Diluted Earnings Per Share of $2.06

East West Bancorp to Participate at the Barclays 22nd Annual Global Financial Services Conference

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