HSBC Wealth and Personal Banking

Is it time to start planning your New Year’s resolutions? In our HSBC Global Quality of Life 2024 report, we reveal the priorities and aspirations of over 11,000 affluent individuals worldwide. Recently, we had the opportunity to hear from Wendy Suzuki, a renowned neuroscientist and professor New York University, about the three essential keys to enhancing our quality of life and how to supercharge our efforts when planning for a financial future. Discover how to improve your overall wellbeing and unlock a fulfilling life below. Read the HSBC Global Quality of Life 2024 report: https://grp.hsbc/6040t9OW8 #TED #TEDInsights #HSBC #QualityofLife

The Private Wealth Sessions at the HSBC Global Investment Summit 2024 earlier this year set an incredibly high bar for engagement and inspiration. We were honoured to welcome leading figures in the business and finance world who generously shared their insights and expertise with our valued Global Private Banking and Commercial Banking clients, individual investors and business owners. Building on this success, we are delighted to announce that next year’s event will take place on 27 March 2025 in Hong Kong, featuring an equally stellar line-up of global CEOs, thought leaders and experts. Stay tuned and click here to learn more: https://grp.hsbc/6040tVayO #HSBCGlobalSummit #ThePrivateWealthSessions #HSBC #WealthManagement

When you think about your finanical needs for the future, does it fill with you anxiety? Or do you feel prepared, because you have adequate plan in place? Our reseach* shows that 32% of affluent individuals globally say having sufficient insurance coverage is a top financial goal, but 23% still do not have adequate healthcare protection. Most affluent individuals (79%) also believe that early planning is crucial for passing on their legacy, but fewer than four in ten have created a will or succession plan. Want to see where you stand? Take the quiz below to find out if you are a Basic, Proactive, or Power Planner and share your results in the comments! *Check out the HSBC Global Quality of Life 2024 report to see what others are thinking: https://lnkd.in/gvWVE7-R #HSBC #FuturePlanner

As we conclude an eventful 2024, greater clarity on economic conditions supports a positive outlook for equities, driven by strong fundamentals. Rate cuts from most developed market central banks and the power of innovation are also crucial for global equities to flourish in 2025, with the US economy showing resilient growth. While we remain most bullish on US equities, improved fundamentals in the UK and growth prospects in Asia offer potential in geographical diversification. In 2025, embracing structural trends and policy priorities will unlock exciting sector opportunities. Willem Sels , Global Chief Investment Officer at HSBC Global Private Banking and Wealth, shares four investment themes to help identify where we see the best opportunities. Think Future 2025 full report: https://grp.hsbc/6040tpfZM #HSBC #Investment #Outlook #CIO #Wealth #Insights

Last week, we hosted the 2024 HSBC Annual China Investor Wealth Summit, fostering connections between China and global investment opportunities. Our sincere thanks to all contributors and participants for making this event a success. This year's theme, "Bring the World to China in an Epoch of Change", showcased insights from leaders on macroeconomics, international corridors, Chinese innovation, and advancements in AI, robotics, and quantum technology. #ChinaInvestorWealthSummit #China #Global

Did you know...? The first digital wallet was created in Helsinki in the late nineties for a fizzy drink vending machine where customers could pay with a text message*. Things have moved fast since then. In the UK, the Payments Association describes their use as part of a “seismic shift” in how payments are made*; and they were a hot topic at Sibos this year in Beijing. Experts agree that cross-border payments are rapidly evolving, with digital wallets becoming a crucial element in the global financial ecosystem. We're seeing this trend in real time: there are now two million Global Money customers around the world, using it to spend in 220 markets, so far. We’re thrilled to be one of the first international banks to enable customers to send funds directly to mobile wallets around the world – through HSBC’s Expat mobile banking app. Huge thanks to our Global Money team for their work to make this possible for customers sending money to wallets in mainland China, Colombia, Croatia, Indonesia, Peru and the Philippines. These customers can now use the app’s international wallet transfer feature to send international payments with just the recipient’s phone number. * Sources: Visa: https://grp.hsbc/6044s1Yb0 Payments Association: https://grp.hsbc/6047s1YbN

We’re thrilled to announce that three of our HSBC Wealth and Personal Banking (WPB) leaders are featured in INvolve - The Inclusion People's 2024 Outstanding Role Model Lists supported by YouTube, recognising the important and impactful work they do to drive LGBTQ+ inclusion. Terecina Kwong, COO, WPB, and Stuart White, CEO, HSBC Asset Management UK, have been honoured in the Outstanding Advocates Role Model List. Jamie Bannister, CFA, SVP, Head of Planning and Business Services in the WPB Americas team and the co-chair of our Global Pride Employee Resource Group has been recognised in the Outstanding Executives Role Model List. Congratulations to you all - we’re incredibly proud of the positive changes you’re driving for our colleagues, customers, and the communities we serve. #OUTRoleModels24 #HSBC You can view the full lists here: https://grp.hsbc/6047sE4UZ

‘While solid economic and earnings growth data, Fed rate cuts and structural trends are positive for US equities, we believe a Trump presidency is likely to offer additional support due to the proposed tax cuts and deregulation. As fiscal stimulus and potential tariff-related upward pressure on inflation may lead to further volatility in bonds, we downgrade Global, US and Asian investment grade bonds to neutral,” shares Willem Sels, Global Chief Investment Officer, HSBC Global Private Banking and Wealth. “In Asia, we favour Japan, India and Singapore due to their favourable market conditions and positive growth drivers. South Korean stocks are moved down to neutral due to tariff concerns.’’ Read the November 2024 Investment Monthly: https://grp.hsbc/6048St0rw #HSBC #IMin1min #WealthInsights #CIO #InvestmentMonthly

Yesterday marked the launch of our new HSBC Premier offering in the UK. Whether it’s seamless international banking or hassle-free spending abroad, HSBC Premier helps you manage your financial needs across countries, wherever you are in the world and whatever you’re doing. And we’re only just getting started, having already launched in Singapore and Hong Kong earlier this year. HSBC Premier offers more than banking with travel, wealth and reward benefits, reaffirming our commitment to delivering new solutions that meet and exceed the needs of our customers. * Premier account subject to financial and other eligibility criteria. Find out more at https://grp.hsbc/6045SmkMX

We are proud to announce that Racquel Oden, US Head of Wealth and Personal Banking & Global Private Banking, was awarded the London Stock Exchange Group Global Executive Leader Award at the UK 2024 Powerlist Black Excellence Awards, alongside many distinguished Black leaders. This award recognises the considerable impact Racquel has had throughout her career on the financial services industry, and the significant contributions she has made to the community. Read more about the UK 2024 Powerlist Black Excellence Awards here: https://grp.hsbc/6046SOFJQ