CATY — Cathay General Bancorp
Dividend Grades
vs Financial Services sector| Metric | CATY | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 2.97% | 3.27% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 1.86% | 5.31% |
| Payout Ratio | 30.8% | 36.0% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 23 | 13 |
| 1Y Total Return | +13.5% | 8.8% |
Grades compare this stock to Financial Services sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
0.00%
3-Year Growth
0.00%
5-Year Growth
1.86%
10-Year Growth
9.28%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Feb 26, 2026
Last Payment
Mar 9, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 26, 2026 | $0.3800 | +11.76% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | $0.3400 | 0.00% |
| Aug 28, 2025 | $0.3400 | 0.00% |
| May 29, 2025 | $0.3400 | 0.00% |
| Feb 27, 2025 | $0.3400 | 0.00% |
| Nov 27, 2024 | $0.3400 | 0.00% |
| Aug 29, 2024 | $0.3400 | 0.00% |
| May 30, 2024 | $0.3400 | 0.00% |
| Feb 27, 2024 | $0.3400 | 0.00% |
| Nov 28, 2023 | $0.3400 | 0.00% |
| Aug 29, 2023 | $0.3400 | 0.00% |
| May 26, 2023 | $0.3400 | 0.00% |
| Feb 24, 2023 | $0.3400 | 0.00% |
| Nov 28, 2022 | $0.3400 | 0.00% |
| Aug 29, 2022 | $0.3400 | 0.00% |
| May 26, 2022 | $0.3400 | 0.00% |
| Feb 24, 2022 | $0.3400 | 0.00% |
| Nov 26, 2021 | $0.3400 | +9.68% |
| Aug 27, 2021 | $0.3100 | 0.00% |
| May 27, 2021 | $0.3100 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
30.8%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
27.0%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $0.99 | $96.26M |
| Q2 2025 | $1.11 | $62.69M |
| Q3 2025 | $1.13 | $150.10M |
| Q4 2025 | $1.33 | $48.40M |
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cathay General Bancorp pay a dividend?
Yes, Cathay General Bancorp (CATY) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 2.97%.
What is CATY's dividend yield?
CATY's current dividend yield is 2.97%. The annual dividend is $1.40.
When is CATY's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for CATY has not been announced yet.
How many years has Cathay General Bancorp increased its dividend?
Cathay General Bancorp has increased its dividend for 0 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 23, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.