The world's local bank
About HSBC
Who is HSBC?
We are the world's local bank.
Headquartered in London, HSBC is one of the largest banking and financial services organisations in the world. HSBC's international network comprises around 7,500 offices in 87 countries and territories in Europe, the Asia-Pacific region, the Americas, the Middle East and Africa.
With listings on the London, Hong Kong, New York, Paris and Bermuda stock exchanges, shares in HSBC Holdings plc are held by over 221,000 shareholders in 127 countries and territories. The shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange in the form of American Depositary Receipts.
HSBC provides a comprehensive range of financial services to around 95 million customers through four customer groups and global businesses: Personal Financial Services (including consumer finance); Commercial Banking; Global Banking and Markets; and Global Private Banking.
Group Values and Business Principles
Sponsorship
At HSBC we view sponsorship both as an investment to help sustain and grow our business and as an opportunity to connect with customers and colleagues in the local communities in which we serve.
Advertising
HSBC is an old company with a very young brand identity. It is only since 1998 that HSBC has operated under a single brand name combined with the graphic hexagon logo.
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Personal Banking
HSBC helps over 41 million people worldwide to manage and save for their futures with a complete range of personal financial products. |
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HSBC's history HSBC was born from one small idea - a local bank serving local needs. In March 1865 HSBC opened its doors for business in Hong Kong and today it welcomes customers across the globe as the world's local bank. HSBC has a history rich in variety and achievement. Discover the major events, decisions and personalities in our past. |
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HSBC's archives The archives of HSBC reflect its long and colourful history. Find out what's in our archive collections and how to access them. |
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Online gallery Explore our heritage through our exhibitions of archives, artefacts, photographs and paintings. |
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Looking for publications and resources on our history? Use the resource centre to access and download digital documents and information. Personalised advice Everyone’s situation is different. HSBC recognises that and can tailor our expertise accordingly. Our mortgage advisers can quickly help you make the best decision for your particular situation – and tell you how much it will cost. Keep it simple HSBC knows buying a home can be costly and complicated. So HSBC will always strive to provide you with a straight-forward and straight-talking service, which is inline with our no-jargon approach. We’ll speak your language, whatever that may be. |
