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Our Profile: A Pioneer in Cross-Cultural Banking
Cathay Bank is the banking subsidiary of Cathay General Bancorp (NASDAQ: CATY), a major U.S. financial holding company. Founded in 1962 in Los Angeles’s Chinatown, it was the first commercial bank in Southern California founded by Chinese Americans.
Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Cathay Bank has grown to become a leading financial institution, specializing in serving the distinct needs of the Chinese American community and providing a crucial financial bridge for trade and investment between the U.S. and Greater China. Cathay Bank operates over 60 branches across nine U.S. states and maintains an international presence with a full-service branch in Hong Kong and representative offices in Beijing, Shanghai, and Taipei.
Core Business Segments and Expertise
Cathay Bank focuses on commercial lending, real estate, and wealth management, leveraging its unique cross-border expertise:
- Commercial Banking: Provides comprehensive commercial lending, real estate financing, and cash management solutions to small and mid-sized businesses, professionals, and entrepreneurs. Commercial Real Estate (CRE) and other commercial loans form a significant portion of its portfolio.
- International Banking and Trade Finance: A key differentiator, offering specialized services like international wire transfers, foreign exchange, and trade finance solutions to facilitate U.S.-Asia cross-border business.
- Retail Banking: Offers a full range of personal and business deposit accounts (checking, savings), credit cards, mortgages, and digital banking tools, catering to the needs of individuals and families in its local communities.
- Wealth Management: Delivers investment advisory and private banking services, focusing on clients with complex financial profiles and international needs.
The Cathay Bank Distinction
Cathay Bank’s strength lies in its cultural fluency and geographical reach. It seamlessly connects clients across Asia and the U.S., offering services in multiple languages and providing expertise in navigating both regulatory environments. Its legacy is built on a commitment to empowering immigrants and providing financial opportunities to all.
Corporate Contact Information: Cathay Bank (U.S. Headquarters)
The table below provides the essential contact details for the U.S. headquarters of Cathay Bank.
| Name | CATHAY BANK (Cathay General Bancorp) |
| Address (Corporate HQ) | 777 North Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA. |
| Tel (General Customer Service) | +1 (800) 922-8429 (U.S. Toll-Free) |
| Tel (Overseas Customer Service) | +1 (626) 582-7380 |
| (The bank uses secure online messaging for client communication.) | |
| SWIFT Code (Primary for U.S.) | CATHUS6LXXX |