CATY Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
CATY - Cathay General Bancorp
$60.83
0.88 (1.47%)
▲
5d:
+1.2%
30d:
+6.25%
90d:
+24.88%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 23, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 28, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: CATY is fairly valued with market pricing in 2.8% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
📊 HOLD: CATY is fairly valued with market pricing in 2.8% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$72.83
Based on 5.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$45.22
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 9.3x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CATY is currently trading at $60.83, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $56.78 to $59.74. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 10.2) is in line with its historical norms (9.3). At these levels, the market is pricing in 2.8% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CATY is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $61.55. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CATY is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $61.55. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Historical Trading Range
$56.78 -
$59.74
Company Quality Score
60/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
47.1%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (55/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($57.40)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 2.8% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$56.78 -
$59.74
Current vs Trading Range
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$58.25
Resistance Level
$61.55
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 23, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
10.17
Wall Street Target
$57.40
(-4.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
14.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
31.6%
Profit Margin
43.2%
Valuation Premium vs History
+2.8% premium
PE vs Historical
10.2 vs 9.3
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+2.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$61.63
(+3%)
2-Year Target
$63.35
(+6%)
3-Year Target
$65.13
(+9%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 10→9)
PE COMPRESSION
$59.57
(-1%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 7.7%)
$160.64
(+168%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 10.2, Growth: 7.7%)
$74.99
(+25%)
Bear:
(PE: 8.6, Growth: 7.7%)
$63.74
(+6%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (12x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (10x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 12.18 | Current EPS (TTM): $4.85
Bull Case
$79.02
(+32%)
Analyst growth 21.6%, PE expands to 13.4
Base Case
$71.83
(+20%)
Market implied 21.6%, PE stable at 12.2
Bear Case
$40.18
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 10.4
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: June 23, 2026 3:30 PM ET
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Technical Signals Check
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
2
Buys
2
Sells
0
Net
INSIDERS SELLING
Recent Transactions
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SELL
4836 shares
2026-04-06
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1000 shares
2026-01-29
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