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HSBC Faces Profit Plunge, Restructures Amid Market Turmoil

5/1/2025

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HSBC expects heightened market volatility and a subdued lending climate, reporting a 25% profit decline to $9.5 billion in Q1.
The bank is restructuring to improve agility, implementing job cuts and a geographic division.
In response to challenges, HSBC initiated a $3 billion share buyback while upholding profit targets for 2025.

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Story summary

HSBC expects heightened market volatility and a subdued lending climate, reporting a 25% profit decline to $9.5 billion in Q1.
The bank is restructuring to improve agility, implementing job cuts and a geographic division.
In response to challenges, HSBC initiated a $3 billion share buyback while upholding profit targets for 2025.