East West Bank Tops Bank Director Performance Ranking for Third Consecutive Year

East West Bancorp has earned the top spot in Bank Director's 2025 RankingBanking study for the third consecutive year in the $50 billion and above asset category. The bank ranked first in four performance measures: return on assets, return on equity, tangible common equity, and non-performing assets. East West Bancorp also received recognition for being the most highly capitalized bank. The company's Chairman and CEO, Dominic Ng, attributed the success to the bank's associates who provide high-quality customer service and help customers reach new opportunities.

East West Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: EWBC) has once again secured the top position in Bank Director's 2025 RankingBanking study for the third consecutive year in the $50 billion and above asset category. This achievement marks the fourth time the bank has topped the list in the past five years, demonstrating its consistent performance and leadership in the banking sector.

East West Bancorp's superior ranking is attributed to its exceptional performance in four key metrics: return on assets, return on equity, tangible common equity, and non-performing assets. Additionally, the bank was recognized as the most highly capitalized, with the highest level of tangible capital among banks with assets exceeding $50 billion. These accolades underscore East West Bancorp's robust financial health and strategic management.

The bank's Chairman and CEO, Dominic Ng, expressed pride in the recognition, attributing the success to the bank's 3,000+ associates who consistently deliver high-quality customer service and help customers reach new opportunities. The recognition by Bank Director, a leading information resource for the banking industry, further validates East West Bancorp's strong performance and commitment to excellence.

East West Bancorp, Inc. is a public company with total assets of more than $78 billion, as of June 30, 2025. Its wholly owned subsidiary, East West Bank, operates over 110 locations in the United States and Asia, serving customers in various markets including California, Georgia, Illinois, Massachusetts, Nevada, New York, Texas, and Washington.

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[1] https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250825856965/en/East-West-Bank-Earns-Top-Spot-in-Bank-Director-Performance-Ranking-for-Third-Consecutive-Year
[2] https://www.stocktitan.net/news/EWBC/east-east-bank-earns-top-spot-in-bank-director-performance-ranking-jtvlj9mgtwhl.html