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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.
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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
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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
The demographic divide
Ageing populations may force governments to raise retirement ages, says HSBC’s James Pomeroy.
My sabbatical story
HSBC’s Andy Russell took six months off work to travel, thanks to the bank’s sabbatical policy.
Keeping the global engine running
Slowing growth and low inflation mean central banks face tough decisions, says HSBC’s Janet Henry.