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- **Record Year Achieved**: All key metrics (revenue, loans, deposits, fees) set new highs in 2025, with 6% loan and deposit growth.
- **Fee Income Surge**: 12% YoY fee growth driven by wealth management and foreign exchange, targeting double-digit growth in 2026.
- **Dividend Boost**: 33% dividend increase to $0.80 per share, reflecting strong capital returns.
- **Loan Growth Guidance**: 5-7% for 2026, led by C&amp;I and residential mortgage with selective CRE expansion.
- **Capital Strength**: 15.1% common equity Tier 1 ratio and 10.5% TCE ratio support resilience in uncertain markets.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- East West Bancorp achieved a record-breaking 2025 with all key metrics (revenue, net interest income, fees, loans, deposits) reaching new highs.
- End-of-period loans grew 6% YoY, driven by C&amp;I and residential mortgage lending.
- Deposits increased 6% YoY, with strong growth in both noninterest-bearing and time deposits.
- Fee income grew 12% YoY, supported by wealth management, foreign exchange, and lending fees.
- Tangible book value per share grew 17%, and return on tangible common equity was 17%.
- Dividend increased by $0.20 to $0.80 per share, a 33% hike.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Deposit Growth**: Core deposit growth strategy yielded $4 billion in total deposit growth, with DDA levels improving to 25% of total deposits.
- **Loan Growth**: 2026 guidance of 5-7% loan growth, led by C&amp;I and residential mortgage. Q4 C&amp;I growth driven by new relationships across sectors.
- **Net Interest Income**: Q4 NII of $658M, benefiting from short-term liability sensitivity and 23bps deposit cost reduction. 2026 NII growth expected at 5-7% with 3 rate cuts assumed.
- **Fee Income**: 12% YoY growth, targeting double-digit growth in 2026 via investments in wealth management, global treasury, and hiring.
- **Expenses**: 2025 operating expenses grew 7.5%, with 2026 guidance of 7-9% growth for IT, hiring, and strategic investments.

**【Chief Risk Officer Highlights】**
- Asset quality metrics outperformed industry: net charge-offs at 8bps (Q4), 11bps (FY25), nonperforming assets at 26bps of total assets.
- 2026 net charge-offs guided to 20-30bps, with allowance for credit losses at $810M (1.42% of loans).
- Regulatory capital ratios remain strong: common equity Tier 1 at 15.1%, tangible common equity at 10.5%.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **Loan Growth Strategy**: 2026 guidance of 5-7% reflects cautious optimism, balancing market momentum with disciplined underwriting.
- **Expense Allocation**: 2026 investments in tech (data processing, software), commercial banking, and risk management to drive future growth.
- **Deposit Beta**: Achieved 0.6 beta in rate cuts, with continued focus on deposit repricing in a declining rate environment.
- **CRE Outlook**: Selective growth in CRE, prioritizing long-term relationships and high-quality borrowers.
- **Capital Management**: Committed to top-tier returns with 17% ROE, flexible buyback strategy, and 10.5% TCE ratio.


East West Bancorp, Inc. (EWBC) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

- **Record Financials**: Q3 2025 saw $645M NII, $92M fees (36% YoY wealth growth), and 10.2% TCE ratio.
- **Deposit Dominance**: $1.5B+ deposit growth, 77bps cost reduction, and 0.62 beta to Fed cuts.
- **Credit Resilience**: 13bps NCOs, stable criticized loans, and $791M ACL reflecting economic caution.
- **Strategic Growth**: Wealth management and fee-based businesses driving 10%+ revenue growth.
- **Capital Flexibility**: 10%+ TCE ratio supports buybacks and dividend expansion.


**【CEO Summary Section】**
- **Record Financial Performance**: Q3 2025 revenue, net income, and EPS all hit new highs, driven by deposit growth and fee income expansion.
- **Deposit Growth**: $1.5B+ quarterly increase, with noninterest-bearing deposits outpacing time deposits, reflecting customer preference for low-cost funding.
- **Fee Income Strength**: Wealth management fees grew 36% YoY, leading to record $92M in total fees.
- **Credit Resilience**: Net charge-offs remained low at 13 basis points, with stable criticized loan levels.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Net Interest Income (NII)**: $645M (excluding $32M interest recoveries), up 10% YoY, benefiting from 77bps deposit cost reduction.
- **Efficiency Ratio**: 35.6%, industry-leading, reflecting disciplined expense management.
- **Balance Sheet Growth**: Loans up $800M QoQ, deposits +$1.5B, with focus on low-cost DDA growth.
- **Capital Position**: 10.2% TCE ratio, well above regulatory requirements, supporting buybacks and dividend growth.

**【Credit Discussion】**
- **Asset Quality**: Nonperforming assets at 0.25% of loans, with no material migration from multifamily to NPAs.
- **Allowance for Credit Losses**: Increased to $791M, reflecting economic uncertainty and prudent risk management.
- **NDFI Portfolio**: 13% of total loans, with minimal credit risk and historical performance.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **Deposit Repricing Strategy**: Immediate repricing of 90%+ of interest-bearing deposits on Fed cuts, driving NII growth.
- **2026 Outlook**: Expecting 10-20bps net charge-offs, stable credit quality, and cautious loan growth.
- **Wealth Management Expansion**: Hiring and product development driving fee growth, targeting 10%+ annual revenue growth.
- **Tariff Impact**: Customers showing resilience, with no material impact on loan demand.
- **Share Repurchases**: $216M remaining under buyback authorization, targeting 10%+ TCE ratio.


East West Bancorp, Inc. (EWBC) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

- **Record Financial Performance**: Q2 revenue and net interest income at all-time highs, driven by 2% QoQ loan/deposit growth.
- **Strong Fee Income**: Fee revenue at $81M, third-highest in company history, with 14% YoY growth in first half.
- **Credit Resilience**: Asset quality metrics improve, with criticized loans down 14bps and nonperforming assets stable.
- **Capital Strength**: CET1 ratio of 14.5% and TCE of 10%, supporting $241M remaining buyback authorization.
- **Strategic Focus**: Emphasizing C&amp;I lending growth, fee income diversification, and deposit cost optimization.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- Reported record quarterly revenue and net interest income, with average loan and deposit growth of 2% QoQ.
- Consumer and commercial growth driven by relationship-based model, achieving 16.7% adjusted ROTCE and 1.6% ROAA.
- Asset quality resilient with criticized and nonperforming loans decreasing; ranked #1 Performing Bank above $50B assets for the third consecutive year.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- Total average deposits grew 2% QoQ, with strong noninterest-bearing deposit growth; commercial deposit segment expanded.
- Average loan balances increased $940M QoQ, led by C&amp;I lending across industries; residential mortgage pipeline remains robust.
- Net interest income rose to $617M (+$17M QoQ), with deposit costs down 67bps YoY; fee income at $81M, third-highest in company history.
- Efficiency ratio of 36.4% reflects industry-leading cost management; tax rate expected ~23% for the year.

**【CRO Credit & Capital Commentary】**
- Asset quality metrics outperformed industry, with criticized loans down 14bps to 2.15% and nonperforming assets at 22bps of total assets.
- Allowance for credit losses increased to $760M (1.38% of loans) amid cautious economic outlook; net charge-offs stable at 11bps.
- Regulatory capital ratios remain well above requirements, with CET1 at 14.5% and TCE at 10%.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **Margin Management**: Deposit beta exceeded 60%, with focus on optimizing costs; asset repricing expected to support margin stability.
- **Credit Strategy**: Reserve build driven by macroeconomic factors, not specific C&amp;I issues; credit quality remains strong.
- **Legislative Impact**: Renewable energy tax credit changes may affect future investments, but existing projects remain unaffected.
- **Loan Growth**: C&amp;I pipeline active; Q3 loan growth expected to continue, with NII growth now guided at >7% YoY.
- **Capital Allocation**: Buybacks ($241M remaining) and dividend payments reflect capital strength; fee income diversification efforts ongoing.


East West Bancorp, Inc. (EWBC) Q2 2025 Earnings Conference Call Transcript

- **Record Revenue Growth**: $54B loans, 8% fee income expansion, and 16% ROTCE highlight Q1 strength.
- **Deposit Optimization Success**: 62 bps deposit cost reduction vs. 50% guide, supporting 3.35% NIM.
- **Resilient Capital Position**: 14.3% CET1 ratio and $85M buybacks amid $244M remaining authorization.
- **Tariff Preparedness**: 500+ clients engaged in supply chain diversification, no direct credit risk.
- **Sustained Fee Momentum**: Wealth management growth driven by customer activity, not one-off events.

**【CEO Opening Remarks】**
- Q1 2025 revenue reached record levels, driven by 1% QoQ loan growth to $54 billion and 8% YoY fee income growth.
- Lunar New Year CD campaign optimized deposit pricing, with DDA, money market, and time balances all increasing.
- Asset quality remained strong: annualized net charge-offs at 12 basis points, NPA ratio at 24 basis points, and allowance for loan losses at 1.35%.
- Return metrics: 16% ROTCE, 1.6% ROAA, and 15% YoY TBVPS growth.
- Tariff resilience: 500+ commercial clients engaged to diversify supply chains, with no direct credit risk exposure.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- Net interest income ($600M) and margin (3.35%) expanded due to CD repricing and legacy hedge expirations.
- Fee income growth (8%) driven by wealth management, trade services, and insurance products.
- Efficiency ratio improved to 36.4%, with expenses in line with annual guidance.
- Capital strength: CET1 ratio at 14.3%, $85M share buybacks, and $244M remaining repurchase authorization.

**【CRO Credit & Capital Update】**
- Credit metrics outperformed industry: NCOs at 12 bps, NPA ratio stable at 24 bps, and allowance increased to $735M (1.35% of loans).
- Capital ratios exceed regulatory requirements, with tangible common equity at 9.9%.
- $310M in buybacks over six quarters at average price of $72, signaling confidence in valuation.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **NII Guidance**: Current outlook assumes two rate cuts, with CD repricing momentum slowing.
- **Deposit Beta**: 62 bps cost reduction vs. 50% guide, sustained above 50% due to CD rollover benefits.
- **Tariff Impact**: Clients diversified supply chains pre-emptively, limiting East West's direct exposure.
- **Wealth Management Growth**: Driven by market volatility and customer repositioning, not one-time events.
- **Security Purchases**: Focus on Ginnie Mae floaters (duration <1) and fixed-rate securities >5.5% yield.

East West Bancorp (EWBC)-22 Apr 25-2025 Q1 Earnings call transcript

- **Record 2024 Performance**: $7B deposit growth, 6% loan expansion, 12% fee income surge.
- **Deposit Cost Optimization**: 25bps QoQ decline, 2025 CD rates 107-117bps below 2024.
- **Shareholder Returns**: $300M buyback authorization, 9% dividend hike to $0.60.
- **Credit Stability**: 26bps net charge-offs, minimal wildfire exposure ($26M loans).
- **2025 Outlook**: 4-6% NII growth, 5-7% total revenue, 7-9% expense growth.
- **Strategic Focus**: C&amp;I and residential lending, fee income diversification.


**【CEO Opening Remarks】**
- 2024 was a record-breaking year with new highs in revenue, fee income, net income, and loans/deposits.
- Deposit growth of $7B (9% YoY) and loan growth of 6% YoY, driven by diversification into residential and C&amp;I lending.
- Fee income grew 12% YoY, with strength in wealth management, foreign exchange, and commercial payments.
- Share buyback of 200,000 shares ($98 avg price) and $300M new repurchase authorization announced.
- Dividend increased 9% to $0.60 per share.

**【CFO Financial Highlights】**
- End-of-period deposits grew 13% to $63.2B, with DDA mix stabilizing at mid-20s.
- Deposit costs declined 25bps QoQ to 2.59%, with 2025 Lunar New Year CD rates 107-117bps below 2024 levels.
- Loan growth guidance for 2025: 4-6% (C&amp;I and residential strength).
- Net interest margin (NIM) stable at 3.24%, with $18M hedge impact in Q4.
- 2025 NII growth expected 4-6%, total revenue growth 5-7%.
- Operating expenses to grow 7-9% YoY, driven by tech and talent investments.

**【Credit &amp; Risk Update】**
- 2024 net charge-offs at 26bps, with Q4 spike from 2 problem tech sector loans.
- Nonperforming assets stable at 26bps, special mention loans at 83bps.
- Wildfire exposure minimal: 32 loans ($26M) impacted, mostly consumer mortgages.
- 2025 net charge-offs guided to 25-35bps.

**【Q&A Key Takeaways】**
- Deposit beta guidance: ~50%, with $10B CDs repricing in Q1 and $7B in Q2.
- C&amp;I growth outlook: improving business sentiment and $20B+ committed but undrawn lines.
- Tariffs impact: negligible due to customer supply chain diversification.
- Efficiency ratio: expected to trend higher but remain best-in-class.
- CRE strategy: de-emphasizing in favor of C&amp;I and residential lending.
- Wildfire recovery: $4.5B BTFP repayments completed, liquidity strong.


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