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East West Bancorp's stock has seen positive movement, increasing by 9.4% since the beginning of 2026 and rising by 36.82% over the last 12 months. The company reported a standout Q1 2026 earnings beat, with diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $2.57 surpassing consensus estimates and net income surging 23% year-over-year to $358 million. Management raised its full-year 2026 net interest income guidance to grow between 6% and 8%. East West Bancorp also declared a quarterly dividend of $0.80, with an ex-dividend date of May 4, 2026. There was also a notable event of CEO Dominic Ng selling $5.9 million in shares in February.