East West Bank is a full-service commercial bank founded in 1973 and headquartered in Southern California. It operates as the largest publicly traded bank in the region, with a core mission of serving as a financial bridge between the East and West, with a particular focus on the Asian community in the United States. The bank maintains a presence in key U.S. states including California, New York, Texas, Georgia, Illinois, Massachusetts, Nevada, and Washington, as well as in Asia.
With total assets of $80 billion, East West Bank operates from over 110 locations across the United States and Asia. The institution has consistently earned top performance rankings from Bank Director and S&P Global Market Intelligence, reflecting its financial stability. Its industry expertise spans real estate, entertainment and media, private equity and venture capital, and high-tech industries.
