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HSBC Holdings plc's strong performance, with a 41% total return, was driven by higher-than-expected interest rates and strategic divestments, despite a muted business outlook. The bank's net interest income rose to $43.7 billion, supported by a $200 billion structural hedge, reducing rate sensitivity and stabilizing earnings. HSBC plans cost-cutting measures and strategic disposals to streamline operations, aiming for $1.5 billion in savings and focusing on high-profit areas, especially in Asia.
Former senior banker for the Middle East at HSBC Karim Souaid was named as Lebanon's central bank governor. The choice of Souaid was not unanimous among Lebanese ministers, as 17 ministers out of the 24-member cabinet voted for him.
British banking giant HSBC fired a group of investment bankers on the day they were set to learn the size of their bonuses — and denied giving them their annual payout, according to a report.
Investors interested in stocks from the Banks - Foreign sector have probably already heard of HSBC (HSBC) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TD). But which of these two stocks is more attractive to value investors?
Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does HSBC (HSBC) have what it takes?
Citi has named HSBC Holdings PLC (LSE:HSBA) and NatWest Group PLC (LSE:NWG) among its top picks in European banking, arguing that UK lenders could offer better value after missing out on the full force of a sector-wide rally so far in 2025. European bank shares have soared this year, buoyed by hopes that fiscal stimulus will revive credit demand and capital markets activity.
HSBC plans to strengthen its IB operations in Asia and the Middle East to capitalize on a stronger competitive edge and generate quality revenues.
Max Kettner, chief multi-asset strategist at HSBC, says he is concerned there has been “too much broad-based damage in the survey and the soft data to just dismiss it as a one off,” as he explains the factors behind his downgrade of US equities. -------- More on Bloomberg Television and Markets Like this video?
HSBC Holdings PLC (LSE:HSBA) is doubling down on investment banking in Asia and the Middle East, after scaling back operations in Europe and the US, according to an interview with CEO Georges Elhedery on Bloomberg TV. The bank is targeting debt financing and M&A activity in Asia, and equity capital markets in the Gulf, following a sweeping overhaul aimed at sharpening its regional focus.
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