CATY
Cathay General Bancorp
PEG ratio, current and historical analysis
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- PEG Ratio
Based on the most recent data from Nov 11, 2026, CATY's PEG ratio comes in at 0.49. This metric factors in a PE of 12.05 with an earnings growth rate of 24.8%. Relative to the 0.54 average from the past 4 quarters, the PEG ratio is down by 9%.
CATY PEG ratio history
Looking at the last ten years, CATY's PEG ratio has settled around 1.39 on average. At 0.49, today's PEG ratio sits 65% lower than its historical average. Within the last ten years, the Dec 2023 quarter recorded the highest PEG value at 15.22. At 0.19, the Dec 2018 quarter showed the minimum PEG ratio in this period.
Cathay General Bancorp PEG ratio by year
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 0.73 | 10.64 | 14.6% |
| 2024 | N/A | 11.99 | -18.6% |
| 2023 | 15.22 | 9.13 | 0.6% |
| 2022 | 0.31 | 8.41 | 27.3% |
| 2021 | 0.35 | 11.28 | 32.3% |
| 2020 | N/A | 11.18 | -17.5% |
| 2019 | 2.6 | 10.9 | 4.2% |
| 2018 | 0.19 | 10.01 | 53% |
| 2017 | N/A | 19.26 | -0.9% |
| 2016 | 1.64 | 17.21 | 10.5% |
| 2015 | 1 | 15.67 | 15.6% |
| 2014 | 0.74 | 14.79 | 20.1% |
| 2013 | 1.48 | 18.56 | 12.5% |
| 2012 | 0.73 | 15.26 | 20.8% |
| 2011 | 0.01 | 14.08 | 1,866.7% |
Cathay General Bancorp PEG ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PEG ratio | PE ratio | Growth YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2026 | 0.44 | 10.94 | 24.8% |
| Jun 2026 | 0.52 | 12.06 | 23.3% |
| Mar 2026 | 0.46 | 10.24 | 22.4% |
| Dec 2025 | 0.73 | 10.64 | 14.6% |
| Sep 2025 | 1.16 | 11.01 | 9.5% |
| Jun 2025 | N/A | 10.92 | -0.2% |
| Mar 2025 | N/A | 10.81 | -12.5% |
| Dec 2024 | N/A | 11.99 | -18.6% |
| Sep 2024 | N/A | 10.79 | -21.7% |
| Jun 2024 | N/A | 9.02 | -20.8% |
| Mar 2024 | N/A | 8.31 | -12.2% |
| Dec 2023 | 15.22 | 9.13 | 0.6% |
| Sep 2023 | 0.54 | 6.84 | 12.6% |
| Jun 2023 | 0.21 | 6.1 | 28.8% |
| Mar 2023 | 0.2 | 6.66 | 33.2% |
CATY average PEG ratio chart
Measured against past performance, CATY's PEG ratio comes in under the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
PEG comparison
Cathay General Bancorp's PEG of 0.49 is above the industry average but below the Financial Services sector average. But in comparison with its Financial Services sector average of 0.51, Cathay General Bancorp's PEG is only 3.9% lower.
CATY EPS growth
CATY Price vs fair value
CATY PEG vs peers
Among its peers, CATY has a PEG ratio below stock EWBC, while higher than BSRR's.
Frequently asked questions
What is Cathay General Bancorp's PEG ratio?
CATY's Nov 11, 2026 PEG ratio comes in at 0.49.
What is the 3-year average PEG ratio for Cathay General Bancorp (CATY)?
CATY shows a 3-year average PEG ratio of 3.09.
What is the 5-year average PEG ratio for Cathay General Bancorp (CATY)?
CATY shows a 5-year average PEG ratio of 1.55.
What is the highest PEG ratio for CATY?
In the last ten years, CATY's peak PEG ratio of 15.22 was recorded in the Dec 2023 quarter.
How does the current PEG ratio for CATY compare to its historical average?
CATY currently has a PEG ratio 65% below its 10-year average.
Why is Cathay General Bancorp's PEG ratio so low?
At 0.49, CATY's PEG ratio suggests the stock may be attractively priced given its growth rate.
How is CATY's PEG ratio calculated (Cathay General Bancorp PEG ratio formula)?
PEG equals PE divided by EPS growth rate (YoY TTM). As of Nov 11, 2026, Cathay General Bancorp carries a P/E ratio of 12.05. Earnings grew at 24.8% over the TTM period ending Sep 2026. Applying the formula, this yields a price to earnings growth ratio of 0.49. PEG RATIO(0.49) = PE RATIO(12.05) / EPS GROWTH(24.8%)
All PEG ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.