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HSBC profit jumps, but wealth business revenue flat

Published Tuesday, October 27, 2026 · Updated October 27

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HSBC reported a 32% increase in pretax profit to US$9.6 billion for the July-September quarter, primarily due to higher interest rates and reduced credit losses. However, the bank's wealth business experienced flat revenue during the same period.

What We Know — Key Points

  • HSBC's pretax profit for the July-September quarter was US$9.6 billion, a 32% rise.
  • Revenue in HSBC's wealth business remained flat.
  • The profit increase was driven by higher interest rates and reduced credit losses.

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  • Channel News Asia

    The article emphasizes HSBC's strong overall profit growth driven by interest rates and reduced credit losses, while highlighting the challenge posed by the flat revenue in its wealth business.

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