Cathay General Bancorp

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OVERVALUED
Cathay General Bancorp
18.5%downside
MARKET PRICE
$60.98
FAIR PRICE
$49.72
MARGIN
$11.26
UNDERVALUEDFAIROVERVALUED
P/E RATIO
12.3x
DIV. YIELD
2.42%
ROE
11.4%
MARKET CAP
$4B
FPI
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FAIR PRICE VALUATION

18.5%downside

Updated daily

Model: DCF 50% · Relative 30% · Consensus 20%

MARKET PRICE

$60.98

FAIR PRICE

$49.72

MARGIN

$11.26

UNDERVALUEDFAIROVERVALUED

P/E Ratio

12.3x

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Div. Yield

2.42%

ROE

11.4%

Average

Market Cap

$4B

Mid-cap

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FPI RATING

5.9/ 10

Consistent growth trajectory and stable earnings and revenue, but below-average fundamental quality and weak profitability margins.

Analytical data, not an investment recommendation. Updated daily.

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MARGIN OF SAFETY

A 20% margin of safety below fair value — the conservative entry level for risk-aware investors.

$39.78CONSERVATIVE ENTRY
$49.72FAIR PRICE
$60.98MARKET PRICE

SAFETY MARGIN

20%

Below fair value

ENTRY LEVEL

$39.78

Fair price × 0.80

DISTANCE

34.8%

Price to entry level

At the current price of $60.98, CATY trades 34.8% above the conservative entry level of $39.78. This entry level represents a 20% margin of safety below the calculated fair price of $49.72 — a buffer that accounts for estimation uncertainty in the valuation model.

Margin of safety is a risk management concept, not an investment recommendation. The 20% threshold follows Benjamin Graham's value investing framework. Fair price and entry levels are model-based estimates updated daily. Learn more about Margin of Safety ↗

VALUATION HISTORY

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METHODOLOGY

How we calculate CATY's fair price

Cathay General Bancorp's fair price of $49.72 is derived from a blended model that combines DCF analysis (50%), relative valuation against Financial Services peers using metrics like P/E and EV/EBITDA (30%), and analyst consensus (20%). At the current market price of $60.98, CATY trades 18.5% above its calculated fair value.

DCF MODEL · 50%

Discounted free cash flow analysis based on projected cash flows, discounted at a rate reflecting CATY's risk profile.

RELATIVE · 30%

Comparing CATY's valuation multiples against Financial Services peers to determine if the stock is over or undervalued relative to its industry.

ANALYST · 20%

Aggregated analyst price targets for CATY, weighted by recency and analyst accuracy.

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FAQ

What is the fair price of CATY?+

Based on our blended model combining DCF analysis (50%), relative valuation against Financial Services peers (30%), and analyst consensus (20%), the fair price for Cathay General Bancorp is $49.72. At the current market price of $60.98, CATY trades 18.5% above its calculated fair value.

Is CATY overvalued or undervalued?+

Cathay General Bancorp is currently overvalued based on our valuation model. The stock trades at $60.98, which is 18.5% above the fair price of $49.72. The P/E ratio of 12.3x is a key metric in the valuation.

What is the margin of safety for CATY?+

With a 20% margin of safety applied to the fair price of $49.72, the conservative entry level for CATY is $39.78. At the current market price of $60.98, the stock trades 34.8% above this entry level. Margin of safety is a risk management concept from Benjamin Graham's value investing framework, not an investment recommendation.

How often is CATY's fair price updated?+

We update fair price calculations for CATY daily after market close. The current fair price of $49.72 incorporates the latest market data and sector multiples.

What factors affect CATY's fair price calculation?+

CATY's fair price of $49.72 is derived from DCF analysis (50% weight), relative valuation against Financial Services peers (30% weight), and analyst consensus (20% weight). Key metrics include P/E of 12.3x, ROE of 11.4%, and dividend yield of 2.42%.

Is CATY a good buy right now?+

At $60.98, CATY trades 18.5% above our fair value estimate of $49.72. The stock is currently overvalued. ROE stands at 11.4% (average). Fair Price Index provides valuation data — always do your own research before investing.

Does CATY pay dividends?+

CATY has a dividend yield of 2.42%.

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Fair Price Index is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Fair value calculations are model-based estimates and may not reflect actual market conditions. Always conduct your own research before making investment decisions.