HSBC (NYSE: HSBC) highlights Asia growth at investor seminar

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HSBC Holdings plc is hosting the second and final day of its Asia Seminar for investors and analysts in Hong Kong, showcasing its Asia-focused businesses through presentations, Q&A and product demonstrations.

Senior leaders from International Wealth and Premier Banking, Global Payments Solutions and the Group CFO are presenting, with session materials made available online during the day. HSBC notes its global footprint across 56 countries and territories and assets of US$3,306bn as of 31 March 2026. The announcement also reiterates standard cautionary language on forward-looking statements and the use of alternative performance measures alongside IFRS results.

Key Figures

Total assets: US$3,306bn Countries and territories served: 56

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Total assets US$3,306bn As of 31 March 2026

Countries and territories served 56 Global footprint as described in company overview

Key Terms

forward-looking statements, Alternative Performance Measures, constant currency, non-GAAP financial measures, +1 more

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forward-looking statements regulatory

"This announcement and the materials referred to herein contain historical statements and may contain, projections, estimates, forecasts, ambitions, targets, commitments, opinions, prospects and forward-looking statements."

Forward-looking statements are predictions or plans that companies share about what they expect to happen in the future, like estimating sales or profits. They matter because they help investors understand a company's outlook, but since they are based on guesses and assumptions, they can sometimes be wrong.

Alternative Performance Measures financial

"This announcement and the materials referred to herein contain non-IFRS measures used by management internally that constitute alternative performance measures under European Securities and Markets Authority guidance"

Alternative performance measures are financial figures companies present alongside official accounting numbers that strip out certain costs or gains to highlight how management views underlying business trends. Think of it like a cook showing a recipe’s calories without the sauce to emphasize the main ingredients; investors use these adjusted numbers to compare performance and spot trends, but they can vary by company and require careful scrutiny to avoid misleading comparisons.

constant currency financial

"The primary Alternative Performance Measures we use are presented on a "constant currency" basis which is computed by adjusting comparative period reported results for the effects of foreign currency translation differences"

Constant currency is a way of measuring financial results that removes the effects of changes in currency exchange rates. It allows for a clearer comparison of a company's performance over time by showing what the numbers would look like if exchange rates had stayed the same. This helps investors understand whether growth comes from actual business improvements or just currency fluctuations.

non-GAAP financial measures financial

"non-GAAP financial measures defined in and presented in accordance with SEC rules and regulations ("Alternative Performance Measures")."

Non-GAAP financial measures are numbers companies use to show their financial performance that exclude certain expenses or income. They help investors see how the company might perform without one-time costs or other unusual items, giving a different perspective from official reports. However, since they can be adjusted, they don’t always tell the full story and should be looked at alongside standard financial figures.

Form 20-F regulatory

"contained in the HSBC Holdings plc Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended 31 December 2025"

Form 20-F is the standardized annual disclosure that non-U.S. companies must file with the U.S. securities regulator when their shares are traded in the U.S.; it contains audited financial statements, a plain-language description of the business, management discussion, governance details and key risk factors. It matters to investors because it provides a consistent, comparable company “report card” and rulebook, helping buyers assess financial health, governance and risks before investing.

Form 6-K: How Foreign Companies Report to the SEC →

FORM 6-K

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

Report of Foreign Private Issuer

Pursuant to Rule 13a - 16 or 15d - 16 of

the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

For the month of May

HSBC Holdings plc

8 Canada Square, London E14 5HQ, England

(Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F).

Form 20-F X Form 40-F  

 21 May 2026

HSBC INVESTOR AND ANALYST ASIA SEMINAR

Today, HSBC Holdings plc ('HSBC') will host the second and final day of its Asia Seminar for investors and analysts which began on 20 May in Hong Kong, featuring presentations, Q&A and product demonstrations showcasing its business in Asia.

Today's session will include presentations by Barry O'Byrne, CEO of International Wealth and Premier Banking ('IWPB') and Manish Kohli, Head of Global Payments Solutions, closing remarks from Pam Kaur (Group CFO), and a Q&A session with the executive management team.

The presentations from today's seminar will be made available during the course of the day, starting at around 1:30pm HKT, at: www.hsbc.com/investors/investor-events-and-presentations

Investor enquiries to:

Alastair Ryan, Global Head of Investor Relations, +44 (0)7468 703 010

Yafei Tian, Head of Investor Relations, Asia-Pacific, +852 2899 8909

Media enquiries to:

pressoffice@hsbc.com +44 (0) 20 7991 8096

Note to editors:

HSBC Holdings plc

HSBC Holdings plc, the parent company of HSBC, is headquartered in London. HSBC serves customers worldwide from offices in 56 countries and territories. With assets of US$3,306bn at 31 March 2026, HSBC is one of the world's largest banking and financial services organisations.

CAUTIONARY STATEMENT REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This announcement and the materials referred to herein contain historical statements and may contain, projections, estimates, forecasts, ambitions, targets, commitments, opinions, prospects and forward-looking statements. All statements other than statements of historical fact are, or may be deemed to be, forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of terms such as 'may,' 'intends,' 'plan,' 'will,' 'should,' 'expect, ' 'project,' 'estimate,' 'seek,' 'target,' 'potential,' 'reasonably possible' or 'anticipates' or the negative thereof or similar expressions, or by discussions of strategy. The Group has based the forward-looking statements on expectations and projections about future events. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions about the Group, as described under 'Cautionary statement regarding forward-looking statements' contained in the HSBC Holdings plc Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended 31 December 2025, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ('SEC') on 26 February 2026 (the '2025 Form 20-F') and 1Q Earnings Release, furnished to the SEC on Form 6-K on 5 May 2026 (the "1Q 2026 Earnings Release"). The Group undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. In light of these risks, uncertainties and assumptions, the forward-looking events discussed in this announcement and the materials referred to herein might not occur. Investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements, which speak only as of their dates. Additional information, including information on factors which may affect the Group's business, is contained in the 2025 Form 20-F and the 1Q 2026 Earnings Release.

Alternative Performance Measures

This announcement and the materials referred to herein contain non-IFRS measures used by management internally that constitute alternative performance measures under European Securities and Markets Authority guidance and non-GAAP financial measures defined in and presented in accordance with SEC rules and regulations ("Alternative Performance Measures"). The primary Alternative Performance Measures we use are presented on a "constant currency" basis which is computed by adjusting comparative period reported results for the effects of foreign currency translation differences, which distort period-on-period comparisons. Reconciliations between Alternative Performance Measures and the most directly comparable measures under IFRS are provided in our 2025 Form 20-F and the 1Q 2026 Earnings Release, which is available at www.hsbc.com.

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SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

HSBC Holdings plc

By:

Name: Angela McEntee

Title: Group Company Secretary

Date: 21 May 2026

FAQ

What is the focus of HSBC (HSBC) Asia Seminar in May 2026?

HSBC’s Asia Seminar highlights its businesses in Asia through presentations, Q&A and product demonstrations. Senior leaders discuss International Wealth and Premier Banking, Global Payments Solutions and overall strategy, giving investors deeper insight into the bank’s regional priorities and operations.

When and where is the HSBC (HSBC) Asia Seminar being held?

The Asia Seminar runs on 20–21 May in Hong Kong. The second and final day features executive presentations, closing remarks from the Group CFO and a Q&A session with the management team for investors and analysts.

Where can investors access materials from the HSBC (HSBC) Asia Seminar?

Presentation materials from the Asia Seminar are posted during the day, starting around 1:30pm HKT, on HSBC’s investor events and presentations webpage, allowing investors and analysts to review the same content shared at the live sessions.

How large is HSBC (HSBC) based on assets and global presence?

HSBC reports assets of US$3,306bn as of 31 March 2026 and serves customers from offices in 56 countries and territories, underscoring its position as one of the world’s largest banking and financial services organisations.

What forward-looking statement cautions does HSBC (HSBC) provide here?

HSBC explains that non-historical statements are forward-looking, based on expectations and projections, and subject to risks and uncertainties. It directs investors to its 2025 Form 20-F and 1Q 2026 earnings release for detailed risk factors and does not undertake ongoing updates.

What are HSBC (HSBC) Alternative Performance Measures mentioned in the announcement?

HSBC uses non-IFRS Alternative Performance Measures, including constant currency metrics that adjust prior-period results for foreign exchange effects. Reconciliations to the nearest IFRS measures are provided in its 2025 Form 20-F and 1Q 2026 earnings release, available on the company’s website.