Unparalleled network
HSBC is one of the largest banking and financial services organisations in the world, with operations in 65 countries and territories. We aim to be where the growth is, enabling businesses to thrive and economies to prosper, and, ultimately, helping people to fulfil their hopes and realise their ambitions.
Our businesses
Our four global businesses serve more than 40 million customers worldwide. Our unparalleled international network links developed and emerging markets, and spans the world’s largest and fastest-growing trade corridors.
We have been connecting customers to opportunities since 1865
Our brand
The HSBC brand is recognised worldwide. Our latest advertising campaign highlights our role in helping people, businesses and communities to thrive.
HSBC in two minutes
We support businesses to trade and grow and help people to manage their money. Watch this short animation to find out more about us.
Our history
HSBC was established in 1865 to finance trade between Europe and Asia. The experiences of the past 150 years have helped form the bank’s character across the world.
News and insight
HSBC welcomes the Year of the Rat
The bank is marking Lunar New Year with employees, customers and communities around the world.
Inspiring future coders
HSBC is helping girls and young women develop tech skills through a new partnership.
HSBC tops trade finance poll
The bank has been named the global market leader in trade finance for the third year running.