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HSBC

HSBC is one of the world's largest banking and financial services organisations, serving around 39 million customers across its wealth and personal banking, commercial banking and global banking & markets segments. The bank was established in Hong Kong in 1865 and now operates in 62 countries. In 1993, the lender moved its headquarters to London following its acquisition of Midland Bank in the UK.

CFO / Finance Director

Stuart Gulliver (Group Chief Executive)

Industry

Banking, Financial services

Website

hsbc.com

Headquarters address

8 Canada Square, Canary Wharf, London, United Kingdom

Stock Code

LSE:HSBA
SEHK:0005
NYSE:HSBC (ADR)

Year founded

3 March 1865

HSBC’s first-quarter pre-tax profit fell 1 per cent to US$9.38 billion, below the consensus forecast of US$9.59 billion. Photo: Karma Lo

Banking & finance

HSBC profit flat as Middle East provisions offset wealth growth

HSBC stock slides 5.2 per cent as higher credit charges linked to Middle East uncertainty and UK exposure offset wealth business growth.

5 May 2026 - 6:23PM

Banking & finance

OCBC acquires HSBC’s retail and wealth management operations in Indonesia

5 May 2026 - 8:07PMvideocam

Banking & finance

Gold, cruises and Dior: Hong Kong lenders aim to entice mainland China visitors

1 May 2026 - 6:21PM

China stock market

Chinese property stocks primed for comeback as industry shows signs of turning

Early signs of a recovery present a buying opportunity for property stocks, which have been under pressure since home prices peaked in 2021.

1 May 2026 - 12:30PM

Property models are displayed at the China International Fair for Trade in Services in Beijing on September 14, 2025. Photo: VCG via Getty Images

Cryptocurrency

Hong Kong a key global hub for USDC cross-border payments: Circle CEO

Circle recently announced a partnership with Hong Kong-listed OSL Group to expand USDC offerings in the city.

1 May 2026 - 8:30AM

China property

China’s top tech hub Shenzhen eases homebuying curbs, raises loan caps

Non-local residents with valid residence permits can buy homes in Futian, Nanshan and Xinan.

30 Apr 2026 - 5:52PM

LIV Golf

LIV maps out future without Saudi funding, eyes change in strategic approach

Saudi Arabia backers say supporting league long term is ‘no longer consistent with the current phase’ of its investment strategy.

30 Apr 2026 - 10:18PM

LIV Golf will enter a new phase now that its Saudi Arabia backers are withdrawing support after the end of the 2026 season. Photo: Reuters

Interest rates

HKMA warns of interest-rate uncertainty as Fed’s trajectory remains unclear

HSBC, Standard Chartered and Bank of China (Hong Kong) keep their prime and savings rates unchanged.

30 Apr 2026 - 7:13PMvideocam

Banking & finance

Airport Authority issues record HK$19b in bonds amid strong investor demand

Investor participation was predominantly local, with more than 90 per cent from Hong Kong, according to joint bookrunner HSBC.

29 Apr 2026 - 7:31PM

Hong Kong economy

Letters | As data leaks surge, Hong Kong needs to mandate reporting

Readers discuss why the city should require data breaches to be reported, whether more rubbish bins are a solution to littering, and an iconic skyscraper.

29 Apr 2026 - 11:30AM

In 2025, there was a 21 per cent rise in data breach cases year on year recorded by the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data. Photo: Shutterstock Images

Family offices

How the Middle East war is boosting family offices, private banking in Hong Kong

Conflict prompts rich investors to diversify, boosting Hong Kong’s role as a hub for family offices and private banking.

27 Apr 2026 - 8:00AM

Hong Kong was the world’s top initial public offering market in the first quarter, after reclaiming the title last year for the first time since 2019. Photo: Dickson Lee

China property

Why Shenzhen may be first to climb out of China’s property slump

Shenzhen’s housing inventory drops to a seven-year low, offering an early signal that China’s property downturn may be nearing a turning point.

26 Apr 2026 - 12:00PM

Banking & finance

Life insurance sales in Hong Kong hit record amid ‘rise of millionaires’

Industry wrote US$42.2 billion in new life policies last year, ‘capturing both onshore and offshore demand across Asia’, HSBC Life CEO says.

24 Apr 2026 - 9:00PM

China stock market

Asian, emerging-market funds rotate into China and Taiwan stocks: HSBC

Fund managers shift focus to Chinese and Taiwanese stocks, while reducing exposure to South Korea amid global market turbulence.

23 Apr 2026 - 7:00AM

Stock indices are displayed at the Taiwan Stock Exchange in Taipei on Tuesday. Photo: Reuters

Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong’s stablecoin roll-out puts banks at the centre of digital money

Hong Kong is building a bank-led digital money system, not a cryptocurrency free-for-all.

23 Apr 2026 - 8:26AMvideocam

Bank and commercial buildings dot the skyline in Hong Kong’s Central business district in 2020. Photo: Sun Yeung

China exports

How a Chinese plastics hub shapes Tesla’s supply chain – and moulds the modern world

From car components to keyboards, this little-known industrial district in eastern China is crafting the small parts the world relies on.

23 Apr 2026 - 6:54AMvideocam

China’s private sector

How China’s ‘landmark’ drug pricing guidelines could be a boon for biotech

State Council calls for ‘value-based pricing’ for innovative drugs, a move researchers said would benefit private healthcare players.

22 Apr 2026 - 4:15PM

Banking & finance

No records, no role: HSBC, StanChart reject Iran-linked money laundering claim

HSBC chairman Brendan Nelson says bank is not a party to alleged Iran-linked case and holds no records, as US court seeks information.

22 Apr 2026 - 9:37AM

General view of British architect Lord Norman Foster’s masterpiece, the HSBC Building, in Central, Hong Kong. Photo: Karma Lo

Hong Kong Sevens

Hong Kong given 7s world series hope but told to up game for more elite chances

Senior World Rugby figure opens door to city team competing with heavyweights in home 7s, defends controversial circuit changes.

22 Apr 2026 - 12:30PM

Banking & finance

Cash holdings rise amid war, but Asia remains key for wealthy: Schroders CEO

High-net-worth clients continue to seek opportunities in Asia, taking a longer-term view despite global uncertainties, Richard Oldfield says.

20 Apr 2026 - 7:30AM

Hong Kong Sevens

South Africa end nearly 30 years of hurt to finally grab Hong Kong Sevens crown

Victory over Argentina gives Blitzboks a first title in the city since first playing in 1997.

20 Apr 2026 - 3:23PM

Hong Kong Sevens

Hong Kong a ‘global player’ in world rugby after record-breaking Sevens party

Record numbers show up to watch world-class action over three days, with more in store for city with September’s WXV Global Series Challenger.

19 Apr 2026 - 11:07PM

Organisers said almost 114,000 supporters passed through the gates over the three days of the Sevens, the biggest official attendance since the tournament began in 1976. Photo: Sam Tsang

Artificial intelligence

Chinese software firms defy ‘SaaSpocalypse’ with strategic AI partnerships

Legacy Chinese SaaS firms are integrating AI into their offerings and seeing ‘significant robust growth’ as a result, Liu said.

19 Apr 2026 - 9:00AM

Banking & finance

Hong Kong wants to be a global gold vault. Does the Iran war create an opening?

Geopolitical risk is driving a rethink of where bullion is stored – and Hong Kong’s unique status is drawing attention.

20 Apr 2026 - 2:05PMvideocam

China digital currency

Hong Kong seen leading Asia in push to scale stablecoins, HSBC says

Interoperability and real-world applications seen as key hurdles as city looks to unlock tokenisation’s full potential.

18 Apr 2026 - 4:32PM

As part of its push to establish itself as a global cryptocurrency hub, Hong Kong has developed a comprehensive regulatory framework for digital assets. Photo: Jelly Tse

US-China relations

US-China tensions simmer, economy outperforms, Auto China begins

This week: The US and China exchange trade-war swings, China’s economic growth beats expectations, and the US blockades Iranian ports. Next week: Carmakers debut models at Auto China, Victory Giant starts trading after Hong Kong IPO, robots compete in Beijing half marathon and more.

17 Apr 2026 - 6:00PM

LIV Golf

LIV CEO Scott O’Neil claims ‘business as usual’ amid reports of league’s demise

O’Neil seemed to confirm that LIV executives met in New York this week while refuting the idea that they were ‘summoned’.

17 Apr 2026 - 11:37AM

Hong Kong Sevens

Boks chasing first title, tickets sell out: 5 things to know on day 1 of Sevens

Blitzboks have never won Hong Kong title, but go into weekend having won HSBC SVNS Series. Only single-day tickets left, with Sunday almost gone.

17 Apr 2026 - 9:00AM

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HSBC

HSBC profit flat as Middle East provisions offset wealth growth

HSBC stock slides 5.2 per cent as higher credit charges linked to Middle East uncertainty and UK exposure offset wealth business growth.

OCBC acquires HSBC’s retail and wealth management operations in Indonesia

Gold, cruises and Dior: Hong Kong lenders aim to entice mainland China visitors

Chinese property stocks primed for comeback as industry shows signs of turning

Early signs of a recovery present a buying opportunity for property stocks, which have been under pressure since home prices peaked in 2021.

Hong Kong a key global hub for USDC cross-border payments: Circle CEO

Circle recently announced a partnership with Hong Kong-listed OSL Group to expand USDC offerings in the city.

China’s top tech hub Shenzhen eases homebuying curbs, raises loan caps

Non-local residents with valid residence permits can buy homes in Futian, Nanshan and Xinan.

LIV maps out future without Saudi funding, eyes change in strategic approach

Saudi Arabia backers say supporting league long term is ‘no longer consistent with the current phase’ of its investment strategy.

HKMA warns of interest-rate uncertainty as Fed’s trajectory remains unclear

HSBC, Standard Chartered and Bank of China (Hong Kong) keep their prime and savings rates unchanged.

Airport Authority issues record HK$19b in bonds amid strong investor demand

Investor participation was predominantly local, with more than 90 per cent from Hong Kong, according to joint bookrunner HSBC.

.css-19im5qg{color:#c79a00;}Letters | As data leaks surge, Hong Kong needs to mandate reporting

Readers discuss why the city should require data breaches to be reported, whether more rubbish bins are a solution to littering, and an iconic skyscraper.

How the Middle East war is boosting family offices, private banking in Hong Kong

Conflict prompts rich investors to diversify, boosting Hong Kong’s role as a hub for family offices and private banking.

Why Shenzhen may be first to climb out of China’s property slump

Shenzhen’s housing inventory drops to a seven-year low, offering an early signal that China’s property downturn may be nearing a turning point.

Life insurance sales in Hong Kong hit record amid ‘rise of millionaires’

Industry wrote US$42.2 billion in new life policies last year, ‘capturing both onshore and offshore demand across Asia’, HSBC Life CEO says.

Asian, emerging-market funds rotate into China and Taiwan stocks: HSBC

Fund managers shift focus to Chinese and Taiwanese stocks, while reducing exposure to South Korea amid global market turbulence.

.css-1pcrwvc{color:#2aa191;}Opinion | Hong Kong’s stablecoin roll-out puts banks at the centre of digital money

Hong Kong is building a bank-led digital money system, not a cryptocurrency free-for-all.

How a Chinese plastics hub shapes Tesla’s supply chain – and moulds the modern world

From car components to keyboards, this little-known industrial district in eastern China is crafting the small parts the world relies on.

How China’s ‘landmark’ drug pricing guidelines could be a boon for biotech

State Council calls for ‘value-based pricing’ for innovative drugs, a move researchers said would benefit private healthcare players.

No records, no role: HSBC, StanChart reject Iran-linked money laundering claim

HSBC chairman Brendan Nelson says bank is not a party to alleged Iran-linked case and holds no records, as US court seeks information.

Hong Kong given 7s world series hope but told to up game for more elite chances

Senior World Rugby figure opens door to city team competing with heavyweights in home 7s, defends controversial circuit changes.

Cash holdings rise amid war, but Asia remains key for wealthy: Schroders CEO

High-net-worth clients continue to seek opportunities in Asia, taking a longer-term view despite global uncertainties, Richard Oldfield says.

South Africa end nearly 30 years of hurt to finally grab Hong Kong Sevens crown

Victory over Argentina gives Blitzboks a first title in the city since first playing in 1997.

Hong Kong a ‘global player’ in world rugby after record-breaking Sevens party

Record numbers show up to watch world-class action over three days, with more in store for city with September’s WXV Global Series Challenger.

Chinese software firms defy ‘SaaSpocalypse’ with strategic AI partnerships

Legacy Chinese SaaS firms are integrating AI into their offerings and seeing ‘significant robust growth’ as a result, Liu said.

Hong Kong wants to be a global gold vault. Does the Iran war create an opening?

Geopolitical risk is driving a rethink of where bullion is stored – and Hong Kong’s unique status is drawing attention.

Hong Kong seen leading Asia in push to scale stablecoins, HSBC says

Interoperability and real-world applications seen as key hurdles as city looks to unlock tokenisation’s full potential.

US-China tensions simmer, economy outperforms, Auto China begins

This week: The US and China exchange trade-war swings, China’s economic growth beats expectations, and the US blockades Iranian ports. Next week: Carmakers debut models at Auto China, Victory Giant starts trading after Hong Kong IPO, robots compete in Beijing half marathon and more.

LIV CEO Scott O’Neil claims ‘business as usual’ amid reports of league’s demise

O’Neil seemed to confirm that LIV executives met in New York this week while refuting the idea that they were ‘summoned’.

Boks chasing first title, tickets sell out: 5 things to know on day 1 of Sevens

Blitzboks have never won Hong Kong title, but go into weekend having won HSBC SVNS Series. Only single-day tickets left, with Sunday almost gone.

Letters | As data leaks surge, Hong Kong needs to mandate reporting

Opinion | Hong Kong’s stablecoin roll-out puts banks at the centre of digital money