HSBC Holdings PLC reported lower headline profits for 2025 but beat forecasts as the bank lifted its targets for medium-term income and returns. Pre-tax profit for the year fell by 7.4% to $29.9 billion, but this was ahead of the average analyst forecast of £28.9 billion.
HSBC Holdings' fourth-quarter net profit rose sharply, driven by higher net interest income and one-off gains from disposals, as the lender continues efforts to streamline its businesses while sharpening its edge in the U.K. and Hong Kong.
Europe's largest lender HSBC on Wednesday reported annual pre-tax profit of $29.91 billion, beating the bank's estimates. The results come close on the heels of HSBC completing the privatization of Hang Seng Bank on Jan. 26.
HSBC's Q4 results may show higher revenues and earnings, with IB, trading and slightly improved interest income offset by higher expenses.
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HSBC is reportedly considering selling its insurance business in Singapore, which could be valued at over $1 billion. Some other insurance and investment companies have shown interest in HSBC Life (Singapore), but the review is in its early stages, and no decision has been made, Bloomberg reported Wednesday (Jan. 14), citing unnamed sources.
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