East West Bancorp presents strategy for cross-border banking growth
EWBC•East West Bancorp outlined plans to expand commercial lending expertise, accelerate wealth management and grow high-quality deposits. At September 30, 2026, it had $86.01 billion in assets and $71 billion in deposits; third-quarter net income was $382.2 million.
1. Strategy and financial figures
East West Bancorp outlined plans to expand commercial lending expertise, accelerate wealth management and grow high-quality deposits at the BancAnalysts Association of Boston Conference. At September 30, 2026, total assets were $86.01 billion and deposits were $71 billion; third-quarter net income was $382.2 million, compared with $368.39 million a year earlier.
2. Capital and returns
Return on average tangible common equity was 17.17%, and the efficiency ratio was 34.4%. The common equity Tier 1 capital ratio reached 15.4%, while cash and securities represented 26.4% of assets.
