HSBC (HSBC) schedules 2026 AGM with online and London venue access

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HSBC Holdings plc has released the Notice of its 2026 Annual General Meeting and the related proxy form. These documents have been submitted to the UK National Storage Mechanism and are available on the company’s website.

The 2026 AGM will take place on the Lumi online platform and at the InterContinental London O2 in London at 10:00am London time (5:00pm Hong Kong time) on 8 May 2026. Shareholders are encouraged to participate electronically and can submit proxy forms online. The company also notes that its 2025 Annual Report and Accounts, published on 25 February 2026, is available on its website.

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 March

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  

HSBC HOLDINGS PLC

(the "Company")

27 March 2026

Notice of Annual General Meeting ("AGM") and ancillary documents

Notice of the 2026 AGM

In accordance with the UK Listing Rules the Company announces that copies of the following documents have been submitted to the National Storage Mechanism, and will be shortly available for inspection at: https://data.fca.org.uk/#/nsm/nationalstoragemechanism.

● Notice of the 2026 AGM; and

● Form of Proxy for the 2026 AGM.

A copy of the Notice of 2026 AGM is also available on the Company's website: www.hsbc.com/agm. The 2025 Annual Report and Accounts was published on 25 February 2026 and is available to view on the Company's website: www.hsbc.com/results.

2026 AGM   

The 2026 AGM of HSBC Holdings plc will be held on the Lumi online platform and at the broadcast venue, the InterContinental London O2, 1 Waterview Drive, London, SE10 0TW, United Kingdom at 10:00am London time (5:00pm Hong Kong time) on Friday, 8 May 2026. We are encouraging shareholders to participate electronically in the AGM via the Lumi online platform. Details on how to participate in the AGM can be found in the Notice of 2026 AGM. 

Shareholders may submit Form of Proxy for the 2026 AGM electronically at www.hsbc.com/proxy.

Shareholders should monitor the Company's website at www.hsbc.com/agm and stock exchange announcements for the latest information on any additional procedures that may be in place at the AGM or any changes to the current arrangements.

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: Angela McEntee

Title: Group Company Secretary

Date: 27 March 2026

FAQ

When and where is the HSBC (HSBC) 2026 Annual General Meeting being held?

The 2026 AGM will be held on 8 May 2026 at 10:00am London time (5:00pm Hong Kong time). It will take place via the Lumi online platform and at the InterContinental London O2 in London, United Kingdom.

How can HSBC (HSBC) shareholders participate in the 2026 AGM?

Shareholders are encouraged to participate electronically via the Lumi online platform. Detailed instructions for accessing and using the platform are set out in the Notice of 2026 AGM, which is available on HSBC’s website at www.hsbc.com/agm.

Where can investors find the HSBC (HSBC) 2026 AGM Notice and proxy form?

The Notice of the 2026 AGM and the Form of Proxy have been submitted to the UK National Storage Mechanism and are available there. They are also accessible through HSBC’s website at www.hsbc.com/agm for shareholder review and action.

How can HSBC (HSBC) shareholders submit their proxy for the 2026 AGM?

Shareholders may submit their Form of Proxy for the 2026 AGM electronically at www.hsbc.com/proxy. This allows investors who cannot attend in person or online to vote on AGM resolutions through appointed proxies before the meeting.

Where is the HSBC (HSBC) 2025 Annual Report and Accounts available?

The 2025 Annual Report and Accounts, published on 25 February 2026, is available on HSBC’s website at www.hsbc.com/results. Investors can use this report alongside the AGM materials to understand the bank’s performance and governance items.

How can HSBC (HSBC) shareholders get updates on any changes to 2026 AGM arrangements?

Shareholders are advised to monitor HSBC’s website at www.hsbc.com/agm and stock exchange announcements. These channels will provide the latest information on any additional procedures or changes to the current arrangements for the 2026 AGM.

Who can HSBC (HSBC) shareholders contact with questions about the 2026 AGM notification?

For queries related to the AGM notification, shareholders can contact Lee Davis in Corporate Governance & Secretariat at shareholderquestions@hsbc.com. This contact point is provided to help address questions on access to documents and meeting participation arrangements.