East West Bancorp is a commercial bank specializing in commercial, construction, and real estate lending, as well as financing international trade. The bank primarily operates in California, with a focus on providing comprehensive banking services in both the United States and China. East West Bancorp typically engages in debt financing and post-IPO debt rounds, with occasional involvement in earlier-stage investments.
The bank's portfolio includes a diverse range of companies across various sectors, such as fintech (SoFi Technologies, Drip Capital), renewable energy (Cypress Creek Renewables), and technology (DigitalOcean, Trade Desk). East West Bancorp's investment strategy reflects its roots in supporting immigrant communities and its commitment to bridging financial services between the US and China. The bank offers value-added services to its portfolio companies, leveraging its expertise in cross-border transactions and international trade financing.
