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Cathay Bank recognized on TIME’s America’s Best Companies 2026 list with “Empowering Every Journey” message

Cathay Bank Recognized on TIME America’s Best Companies 2026 List

Cathay Bank is named one of TIME’s America’s Best Companies 2026, recognizing excellence in employee satisfaction, financial performance, and ESG practices. Keep reading Keep reading Cathay Bank Recognized on TIME America’s Best Companies 2026 List
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Understanding the SBA 7(a) Program: How It Works and Who It’s For

Learn how the SBA 7(a) loan program works, what it can be used for, and how small businesses can apply for financing through an SBA lender. Keep reading Keep reading Understanding the SBA 7(a) Program: How It Works and Who It’s For
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Small business owner and their shop customer converse at a café counter with a glass pastry display, surrounded by plants and warm lighting.
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U.S.-China 2026 Annual Economic Report

The Supreme Court struck down IEEPA tariffs; a temporary Section 122 regime now runs through July. What’s next for U.S. trade and the global economy? Keep reading Keep reading U.S.-China 2026 Annual Economic Report
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A 2026 US-China UCLA Anderson Forecast logo floats over a world map with an overlay of blue and peach pink colors.
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Cathay Bank's President and CEO, Chang M. Liu, in a blue business suit with a white shirt and tie stands in a modern office, hands clasped and resting on a chair, with a wood-paneled wall and abstract painting in the background.

Chang M. Liu Named to the LA500 for the Sixth Consecutive Year

Cathay Bank President and CEO Chang M. Liu has been named to the Los Angeles Business Journal’s LA500 list, recognizing the region’s most influential leaders. Keep reading Keep reading Chang M. Liu Named to the LA500 for the Sixth Consecutive Year
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Cathay Bank's President and CEO, Chang M. Liu, in a blue business suit with a white shirt and tie stands in a modern office, hands clasped and resting on a chair, with a wood-paneled wall and abstract painting in the background.
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Three adults sit at a table in a bright office, reviewing and signing documents together, with a tablet nearby and large windows in the background.

How To Read a Credit Report—What Your Credit History Is Telling You

Learn how to read a credit report, understand each section, and spot errors so you can manage your credit with confidence and make informed financial decisions. Keep reading Keep reading How To Read a Credit Report—What Your Credit History Is Telling You
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Cathay Bank presents a $200,000 check to representatives from local nonprofits who will benefit from the funds raised during the 49th Annual Charity Golf Tournament.

Cathay Bank’s 49th Annual Charity Golf Tournament Raises over $200,000 for Local Nonprofits

The 49th Annual Charity Golf Tournament, held May 6 at Industry Hills Golf Club, ended with a dinner and raffle supporting Cathay Bank’s community mission. Keep reading Keep reading Cathay Bank’s 49th Annual Charity Golf Tournament Raises over $200,000 for Local Nonprofits
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Cathay Bank presents a $200,000 check to representatives from local nonprofits who will benefit from the funds raised during the 49th Annual Charity Golf Tournament.
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How to Start an Emergency Fund Without Feeling Overwhelmed

Starting an emergency fund may feel difficult, but it does not have to be. Learn simple, practical steps to begin saving. Keep reading Keep reading How to Start an Emergency Fund Without Feeling Overwhelmed
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Spending Habits and Their Impact on Your Financial Well-Being

Understand how spending habits develop, why they matter, and how daily money choices influence long-term financial health and stability. Keep reading Keep reading Spending Habits and Their Impact on Your Financial Well-Being
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Cathay General Bancorp Ranked No.16 on S&P Global Market Intelligence’s 2025 Rankings

Cathay General Bancorp ranked No.16 on the S&P Global 2025 U.S. public banks list, highlighting its strong performance and client-focused commitment. Keep reading Keep reading Cathay General Bancorp Ranked No.16 on S&P Global Market Intelligence’s 2025 Rankings
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Two individuals sit at a table and shake hands over a mortgage refinancing agreement, with miniature house models, a clipboard of loan documents, and a pen on the table, symbolizing a completed home refinance deal.

Types of Refinance Mortgages: Which One is Right for You?

Curious how refinancing could work for you? Explore the different refinance mortgage types to make informed choices that support your financial goals. Keep reading Keep reading Types of Refinance Mortgages: Which One is Right for You?
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Two individuals sit at a table and shake hands over a mortgage refinancing agreement, with miniature house models, a clipboard of loan documents, and a pen on the table, symbolizing a completed home refinance deal.
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Three professionals in a modern office discuss advanced banking strategies, with documents, a notebook, and a laptop on the table during a collaborative meeting.

Advanced Banking Methods: Exploring Modern Strategies

Find out how tools such as sweep accounts and treasury services are helping business and individuals make smarter, faster financial decisions. Keep reading Keep reading Advanced Banking Methods: Exploring Modern Strategies
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Three professionals in a modern office discuss advanced banking strategies, with documents, a notebook, and a laptop on the table during a collaborative meeting.