HSBC Holdings (HSBC) executive Ian Stuart buys shares under UK Share Incentive Plan

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

HSBC Holdings plc reported a small share transaction by a senior executive. On 27 November 2025, Ian Stuart, Chief Executive of HSBC UK Bank plc and a person discharging managerial responsibilities, acquired 14 ordinary shares of US$0.50 each in HSBC Holdings under the company’s UK Share Incentive Plan.

The shares were purchased at £10.63196 per share, for a total value of about £148.85, on the London Stock Exchange Main Market. This transaction is disclosed in line with the UK version of the EU Market Abuse Regulation, which requires public reporting of trades by key managers.

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 November

HSBC Holdings plc

42nd Floor, 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  

HSBC HOLDINGS PLC

28 November 2025

Notification of a Transaction by a Person Discharging Managerial Responsibilities

On 27 November 2025, Ian Stuart acquired 14 ordinary shares of US$0.50 each (the "Shares") in HSBC Holdings plc (the "Company"). The Shares were acquired under the Company's UK Share Incentive Plan ("SIP") at £10.63196 per Share.

The following disclosure is made in accordance with the UK version of the EU Market Abuse Regulation 596/2014.

1 - Details of the person discharging managerial responsibilities / person closely associated
Name of natural person				Ian Stuart
2 - Reason for the notification
Position/status				Chief Executive, HSBC UK Bank plc
Initial notification/amendment				Initial Notification
3 - Details of the issuer, emission allowance market participant, auction platform, auctioneer or auction monitor
Full name of the entity				HSBC Holdings plc
Legal Entity Identifier code				MLU0ZO3ML4LN2LL2TL39
4 - Details of the transaction(s)
Transaction(s) summary table
	Date of Transaction	Financial Instrument	Identification Code	Place of Transaction		Currency
	2025-11-27	Ordinary shares of US$0.50 each	GB0005405286	London Stock Exchange, Main Market (XLON)		GBP - British Pound
	Nature of Transaction:			Price	Volume	Total
	Acquisition under the UK Share Incentive Plan			£10.63	14	£148.85
			Aggregated	£10.632	14	£148.85

For any queries related to this notification, please contact:

Lee Davis

Corporate Governance & Secretariat

shareholderquestions@hsbc.com

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: Aileen Taylor

Title: Group Company Secretary and Chief Governance Officer

Date: 28 November 2025

FAQ

What transaction did HSBC (HSBC) disclose in this Form 6-K?

HSBC disclosed that Ian Stuart, Chief Executive of HSBC UK Bank plc, acquired 14 ordinary shares in HSBC Holdings plc on 27 November 2025 under the UK Share Incentive Plan.

At what price did Ian Stuart acquire HSBC (HSBC) shares?

The 14 HSBC Holdings plc ordinary shares were acquired at a price of £10.63196 per share, with an aggregate value of approximately £148.85.

What plan was used for the HSBC (HSBC) executive share acquisition?

The shares were acquired under HSBC Holdings plc’s UK Share Incentive Plan (SIP), which is a share plan for eligible UK-based employees.

On which market were the HSBC (HSBC) shares purchased?

The ordinary shares of HSBC Holdings plc were acquired on the London Stock Exchange, Main Market (XLON), in GBP.

Why is this HSBC (HSBC) executive share deal being reported publicly?

The transaction is reported in accordance with the UK version of the EU Market Abuse Regulation 596/2014, which requires disclosure of dealings by persons discharging managerial responsibilities.

Who can investors contact at HSBC (HSBC) with questions about this notification?

Queries can be directed to Lee Davis, Corporate Governance & Secretariat, via shareholderquestions@hsbc.com.