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HSBC to sell retail banking and wealth management business in Thaïland
25 January 2012
The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of HSBC Holdings plc, has entered into an agreement to sell its Retail Banking and Wealth Management business in Thailand to Bank of Ayudhya Public Company Limited. Read more
HSBC agrees sale of its businesses in Costa Rica, El Salvador and Honduras
24 January 2012
HSBC to sell the businesses for a consideration of US$801M. Branches continue to offer full customer services during transition. Read more
Statement on results of the 2011 European Banking Authority Capital Assessment
08 December 2011
HSBC Holdings plc notes the publication of the European Banking Authority's ("EBA") capital assessment of European banks. Read more
The HSBC Study on the futur of retirement highlights the particular vulnerability of women
10 November 2011
The HSBC group is publishing today the second report of the 2011 edition of "Future of Retirement 6" named "Why family matters", and that surveyed more than 17,000 people in 17 developed and emerging countries across the world. Read more
The launch of the 17th edition of the Prix HSBC pour la Photographie
01 September 2011
The executive committee of the Prix HSBC pour la Photographie has chosen Rafael Doctor Roncero as artistic advisor for the 2012 competition, which is to be launched on October 3rd. Read more
Lille : 4th exhibition of the winners of the 2011 Prix HSBC pour la Photographie
01 September 2011
La Maison de la Photographie 18, rue Frémy - LILLE 8 - 30 November 2011 Read more
Metz : 3rd exhibition of the winners of the 2011 Prix HSBC pour la Photographie
01 September 2011
Arsenal - Metz en Scènes 3, Avenue Ney - METZ 30 September - 30 October 2011 Read more
Paris : 2nd exhibition of the winners of the 2011 Prix HSBC pour la Photographie
01 September 2011
Paris, baudoin lebon Gallery 8, rue Charles - François Dupuis 6 - 24 September 2011 Read more
HSBC France publishes its 2010 Corporate Sustainability Report
05 September 2010
Every year, HSBC France publishes its Corporate Sustainability Report in conjunction with that of its parent company, HSBC Holdings plc. Read more
HSBC to sell its card and retails services business in the US
10 August 2011
HSBC to sell business at 8.75% premium to gross customer loan balances, resulting in consideration of US$32.7bn based on 30 June 2011 figures Read more
HSBC HOLDINGS PLC - 2011 INTERIM RESULTS - HIGHLIGHTS
01 August 2011
Reported pre-tax profit US S11.5bn:up 3% on 1H10, and 45% on 2H10 Read more
Statement on results of the 2011 EBA EU-wide stress test
29 July 2011
On 15 July at 5.03pm we issued an announcement regarding the results of the EBA Stress test ('the Announcement'). Read more
Statement on results of the 2011 EBA EU-Wide stress test
15 July 2011
HSBC Holdings plc welcomes the publication of the stress test outcomes on European banks by the European Banking Authority today. Read more
HSBC appoints Krishna Patel as Chief Executive of Global Private Banking
15 July 2011
HSBC today announced the appointment of Krishna Patel as Chief Executive of Global Private Banking. Read more
HSBC France sets out strategic plan
05 July 2011
HSBC France today presented its latest strategic plan to its Works Council and reiterated its aim to develop as part of a global bank. Read more
Expat Explorer returns again in 2011
17 May 2011
Calling expats everywhere - make sure you have your say! Read more
HSBC sets out strategy execution plan
11 May 2011
Distinctive position aligned with key trends Disciplined capital allocation to drive growth priorities Sustainable cost savings to improve efficiency Experienced management team accountable for delivery Read more
HSBC Holdings PLC - Interim Management Statement
09 May 2011
HSBC Holdings plc ('HSBC') will be conducting a trading update conference call with analysts and investors today to coincide with the release of its Interim Management Statement. The trading update call will take place at 12.00 GMT (in London). Read more
HSBC Holdings plc, first interim dividend for 2011 on ordinary shares
03 May 2011
The Directors of HSBC Holdings plc have declared a first interim dividend of US$0.09 per ordinary share in respect of the year ending 31 December 2011 Read more
The first exhibition of the 2011 "Prix HSBC pour la Photographie" laureates
07 April 2011
The "Prix HSBC pour la Photographie" is delighted to be in partnership for the fourth time to the Galerie Le Réverbère. Read more
Expats Get New Online Tool to Help Explore Life Overseas
23 March 2011
HSBC Bank International has today announced the launch of its new interactive Expat Explorer tool Read more
Alinka Echeverria & Xiao Zhang 2011 Laureates Prix HSBC pour la Photographie
11 February 2011
The Prix HSBC pour la Photographie Executive Committee chose to award the 2011 prizes to Alinka Echeverria and Xiao Zhang out of 12 candidates proposed by Agnès Sire, its artistic advisor. Read more
Appointment of Alexandra Serizay at HSBC France
25 January 2011
Alexandra Serizay has joined HSBC France as Head of Strategy and Organisation. In addition, she is member of the Bank's Executive Committee. Read more
HSBC announces senior management appointments
29 November 2010
Paul Thurston to be Chief Executive, Retail Banking and Wealth Management Brian Robertson appointed Chief Executive, HSBC Bank plc Marc Moses becomes Group Chief Risk Officer Read more
HSBC Interim Management Statement
05 November 2010
At the end of the third quarter, HSBC's pre-tax profits for the year to date remained well ahead of 2009 Read more
New HSBC brand awareness campaign
04 November 2010
"HSBC helps you unlock the world's potential" a TV advertising campaign echoing the airport billboard campaign. Read more
Announcement
15 October 2010
HSBC Holdings plc announces that discussions with Old Mutual plc about the possible acquisition of a majority stake in Nedbank Group Limited have not been successfully concluded and have ended. Read more
HSBC annouces new leadership team
27 September 2010
HSBC Holdings plc today unveils the leadership team that will take forward HSBC's position as the world's leading international bank which has been sustained and enhanced under the leadership of Stephen Green and Michael Geoghegan. Read more
HSBC Holdings reports pre-tax profit of US$11,104 million
02 August 2010
HSBC made a profit before tax of US$11,104 million, an increase of US$6,085 million, or 121 per cent, compared with the first half of 2009. Read more
The Prix HSBC pour la Photographie launches its 16th competition
01 September 2010
The Executive Committee of the Prix HSBC pour la Photographie has chosen Agnès Sire as its artistic adviser for 2011. The call for candidates to choose the next prize-winners will be launched on 4 October this year. Read more
CEBS stress test confirms strength of HSBC's capital position
23 July 2010
HSBC welcomes today's publication by the Financial Services Authority (FSA) and the Committee of European Banking Supervisors (CEBS) of the results of the EU-wide stress test exercise Read more
HSBC establishes strategic alliance in energy trading with TOTSA
23 July 2010
HSBC Bank plc ('HSBC') today announced the establishment of a strategic alliance in energy trading with Total Oil Trading SA ('TOTSA'), the trading arm of Total. Read more
HSBC France launches HSBC Cap 18
15 July 2010
an investment eligible for life insurance contracts offering the opportunity to benefit from the potential performance of the DJ Eurostoxx 50 index Read more
HSBC boosts India presence with acquisition of RBS businesses
02 July 2010
HSBC, through its wholly owned subsidiary The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, has agreed to acquire The Royal Bank of Scotland Group plc's ('RBS') retail and commercial banking businesses in India. Read more
HSBC opens new China headquarters in the heart of Shanghai's international financial district
09 June 2010
HSBC today formally opened its new China headquarters in the HSBC Building, part of the landmark Shanghai ifc commercial complex in the heart of Shanghai's financial district. The bank also announced the opening of its 100th outlet in mainland China, the largest network of any international bank in China, with a new HSBC Premier Centre at Ciro's Plaza in Shanghai. Read more
HSBC appoints Niall Booker as North America CEO
14 June 2010
Niall Booker has been promoted to Chief Executive Officer of HSBC North America Holdings Inc. with effect from 1 August 2010, succeeding Brendan McDonagh who has announced his retirement with effect from 31 July 2010 after more than 30 years with the Group. Read more
HSBC Holdings PLC - AGM Statements
28 May 2010
At the Annual General Meeting of HSBC Holdings plc, held at the Barbican, London today, the following speeches were given by Group Chairman, Stephen Green, and Group Chief Executive, Michael Geoghegan. Read more
HSBC Holdings PLC Interim Management Statement
07 May 2010
HSBC's financial performance in the first quarter of 2010 was very good and well ahead of Q1 2009 , substantially driven by lower loan impairment charges. Personal Financial Services and Commercial Banking accounted for most of this improvement, while Global Banking and Markets was also ahead. In the US, the seasonal credit experience was particularly favourable in the quarter, resulting in pre-tax profits for the first time since the financial crisis began in 2007. Read more
HSBC France is going forward with its offering for HSBC Premier customers*
08 April 2010
HSBC Premier, launched in France in 2003, is continuing to evolve. Surveys of customers and prospects have identified changes in the expectations of wealthy customers. Read more
HSBC Holdings PLC First Interim dividend for 2010 on ordinary shares
04 May 2010
In accordance with their intention to pay quarterly dividends on the ordinary shares in a pattern of three equal dividends with a variable fourth interim dividend, and as envisaged in the announcement of the 2009 Annual Results on 1 March 2010, the Directors of HSBC Holdings plc have declared a first interim dividend of US$0.08 per ordinary share in respect of the year ending 31 December 2010. Read more
Hang Seng announces 1st interim dividend for 2010
04 May 2010
The Board of Directors of Hang Seng Bank today declared a first interim dividend in respect of the year ending 31 December 2010 of HK$1.10 per share. Read more
HSBC Holdings PLC fourth interim dividend for 2009 scrip dividend alterantive
24 March 2010
On 1 March 2010, the Directors of HSBC Holdings plc declared a fourth interim dividend for 2009 of US$0.10 per ordinary share payable on 5 May 2010 to holders of record on 18 March 2010 on the Hong Kong Overseas Branch Register and 19 March 2010 on the Principal Register in United Kingdom or the Bermuda Overseas Branch Register. Read more
Grupo Financierao HSBC, S.A. de C.V. 1st quarter 2010 Financial results - highlights
30 April 2010
Total operating income for the quarter ended 31 March 2010 was MXN5,324 million, up by MXN568 million or 11.9 per cent compared with MXN4,756 million for the same period in 2009. Read more
HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA victim of data and apologises to clients
11 March 2010
HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA (the 'bank') today reported on the extent of a serious data theft in Switzerland affecting a proportion of its Swiss-based accounts. Read more
HSBC Holdings reports pre-tax profit of US$7,079 million
01 March 2010
HSBC made a profit before tax of US$7,079 million, a decrease of US$2,228 million, or 23.9 per cent, compared with 2008. Read more
Appointments and Changes to Executive Management of HSBC France
25 January 2010
Peter Boyles, who has served as CEO for HSBC France since September 2007, has been appointed CEO of HSBC for Continental Europe in addition to his new role as Deputy Chairman of HSBC France. Read more
HSBC appoints continental european management team
25 January 2010
HSBC has today announced the appointment of Peter Boyles to the new role of Chief Executive, Continental Europe and Tony Mahoney as Deputy CEO, Continental Europe to lead its continental European management team. Read more
HSBC Emerging Markets Insights Emerging markets come of age
28 January 2010
The balance of global economic power shifted in 2009. Decisions made in the US and the developed nations of Western Europe are no longer driving global economic development. Read more
HSBC France agrees sale and leaseback of its Champs-Elysées headquarters in Paris
21 December 2009
HSBC France, a subsidiary of HSBC Holdings plc, has agreed to sell its buildings at 103 avenue des Champs-Elysées and 15 rue Vernet for 400 million euros. Read more
Statement from HSBC Private Bank(Suisse) SA
09 December 2009
HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA confirms that an ex-employee, previously working for its IT-development group, stole data during a time between end of 2006 and early 2007 Read more
HSBC sells insurance broking business as part of agreement with marsh for insurance broking services internationally
18 December 2009
HSBC has entered into an agreement with Marsh, one of the world's leading insurance brokers and risk advisers, for the provision of insurance broking services to HSBC's corporate and private banking clients internationally and to HSBC Group companies. Read more
Canada comes top of world's largest expat lifestyle survey
25 November 2009
HSBC Bank International today revealed that Canada is the best place to live as an expat, according to the world's largest survey of expats, Expat Explorer. Read more
The Region of Nord-Pas de Calais launches 200 million euros commercial paper programme with HSBC France as Arranger
01 December 2009
The Region of Nord-Pas de Calais, which is already familiar with disintermediated markets following a 50 million euros socially responsible bond issued in 2008, is to be even more active in the capital markets via a French commercial paper programme. Read more
Final statement
18 November 2009
HSBC confirms that it is in exclusive discussions which may lead to the sale and leaseback for an initial nine year period of HSBC France's buildings at 103 avenue des Champs Elysées and 15 rue Vernet in Paris. Read more
HSBC agrees sale of 8 Canada Square
13 November 2009
HSBC Bank plc, a wholly owned subsidiary of HSBC Holdings plc, has agreed the sale of 8 Canada Square, Canary Wharf, London to the National Pension Service of Korea ("NPS") for £772.5 million in cash. Read more
HSBC Holdings PLC - Interim Management Statement
10 November 2009
Profitability for the first nine months of 2009 was stronger than our expectations at the start of the year, as positive trends experienced in the first half continued into the third quarter. As a result, year to date pre-tax profit was ahead of the comparable period in 2008 on an underlying basis, excluding movements in fair value on our own debt related to credit spreads. On the same basis, pre-tax profit for the third quarter of 2009 (Q3 2009) was significantly ahead of Q3 2008. On a reported basis, HSBC's performance in Q3 2009 was lower than in Q3 2008, largely due to fair value movements on our own debt caused by tightening credit spreads. Read more
Copenhagen: Deal or no deal?
02 November 2009
65 per cent of global population demand governments commit to climate deal Read more
HSBC France launches HSBC World Selection,
02 November 2009
HSBC World Selection is a range of mutual funds designed to meet the needs of today's retail investors: optimising long to medium term performance according to the degree of risk the investor is willing to accept. Read more
HSBC and Bank of Communications plan to create JV for chinese credit card operation
28 October 2009
The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited and the Bank of Communications Co. Ltd. (BoCom) are in advanced discussions to transfer their existing joint credit card activities in China to a newly established joint venture company. Read more
HSBC France hosts the photographic exhibition "Chroniques Orientales" from 16/11 to 27/11
26 October 2009
On the occasion of the 12th Paris Photo photography fair, HSBC France is hosting "Chroniques orientales" (Oriental chronicles), a photographic journey through the Orient organized by Polka. Read more
A new policy for HSBC France's sole-trader customers
20 October 2009
As part of its strategy to support small businesses, HSBC France is now offering Operating Expenses Insurance to sole traders. Read more
Appointments
14 October 2009
Didier DESCAMPS, Head of Global Markets France, is appointed as Co Head of Global Markets, Americas for the HSBC Group. He will be based in New York. Following this appointment, Xavier BOISSEAU, Head of Global Markets Sales, France is appointed as Head of Global Markets, France. Read more
HSBC Launches HSBC Emerging Market
06 October 2009
HSBC has launched the largest survey of emerging markets economic data - the HSBC Emerging Markets Index (EMI). Read more
Small business market HSBC France and Cédants et Repreneurs d'Affaires sign a partnership agreement
02 October 2009
HSBC France has launched "Transmission TPE" to support small businesses with the sale and buyout of their company. Read more
HSBC raises public awareness about SRI
30 September 2009
HSBC, which pursues a highly active sustainable development policy, is raising awareness among its customers and the general public about Socially Responsible Investing (SRI) by offering a range of "sustainable development" savings solutions across all asset classes and with the creation of a "Deyrolle pour l'Avenir" poster about SRI. Read more
HSBC strengthens emerging markets focus as the Group CEO moves to Hong Kong
25 September 2009
Group CEO also to become Chairman of HSBC's Asia business. HSBC Holdings to remain domiciled in the UK. Read more
HSBC France hooks up with the Train de la Planète
15 September 2009
HSBC, the world's first bank to be carbon-neutral (since 2005), is continuing its drive to raise environmental awareness. HSBC France is linking up with the Train de la planète, which is visiting 23 towns and cities in France between 15 September and 11 October 2009. Read more
New brand advertising campaign for HSBC France
09 September 2009
HSBC France is making a return to the media. Following on from the "Points of view" campaign launched in 2007 and after the "Different values" campaign of 2008, HSBC France is taking the consumer even further by drawing a link between differences in values and financial decision-making. Read more
HSBC Assurances launches its new online advertising campaign underlining its positioning as an expert in longevity issues
24 June 2009
HSBC Assurances is back on the campaign trail after its brand launch campaign in 2008. Still using the tagline "Assurer vos émotions" [Insuring your emotions], this new campaign underlines the brand's specific positioning and commitment to addressing the impacts of longevity. Read more
Ongoing development at HSBC Assurances: providing expertise to independent financial advisors (IFAs)
16 June 2009
HSBC Assurances is entering a new phase in its development. It is diversifying by setting up IFA Services to address a new distribution network consisting of independent financial advisors (IFAs). Read more
Pensions 'perfect storm' looms for unprepared world HSBC Insurance study reveals
10 June 2009
A 'PERFECT STORM' of demographic, individual and financial elements is poised to derail people's retirement plans unless they prepare properly now, a global survey from HSBC Insurance reveals. Read more
HSBC completes acquisition of 88.89% of Bank EKONOMI
22 May 2009
The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, through its wholly-owned subsidiary of HSBC Asia Pacific Holdings (UK) Limited, has completed its acquisition of 88.89 per cent of PT Bank Ekonomi Raharja Tbk (Bank Ekonomi) for US$607.5 million in cash, paid in US dollars. Read more
HSBC HOLDINGS REPORTS PRE-TAX PROFIT OF US$9,307 MILLION
02 March 2009
HSBC made a profit before tax of US$9,307 million, a decrease of US$14,905 million, or 62 per cent, compared with 2007. Read more
HSBC France launches "e-statements" as it continues to combat climate change alongside France's National Forest Office (ONF)
16 February 2009
HSBC France is offering individual and business customers the possibility of switching to an electronic bank statement. In exchange, HSBC will donate 10 euros (1) to the French National Forest Office (ONF) to help fund the planting of 15,000 trees at 'La Decouverte de Decazeville', a former mining site in the Aveyron departement. Read more
HSBC France mobilises new 500 million euros to support small and medium-sized French businesses
08 December 2008
HSBC, the world's leading international small business bank has announced last week-end the creation of a new USD 5 billion global working capital fund for small and medium-sized businesses ( SMEs) to be funded from HSBC's own resources. Read more
HSBC subsidiary board appointment
20 November 2008
Stuart Gulliver (49), executive Director of HSBC Holdings plc and Chief Executive Global Banking and Markets and Global Asset Management, has been appointed a Director and non-executive Chairman of HSBC France with effect from 1 January 2009, with Peter Boyles continuing in his capacity as Chief Executive Officer of the bank. The appointment is subject to regulatory approval in France. Read more
HSBC Holdings PLC - Interim Management Statement
10 November 2008
HSBC's profit for the third quarter of 2008 was ahead of the third quarter in 2007. For the nine months ended 30 September 2008, pre-tax profit was lower than in the equivalent period in 2007. Read more
HSBC France to become a shareholder in new French financing company
23 October 2008
HSBC France, as a member of the French banking community, together with the other major French banks and the French government, is to invest in a new financing company established at the direction of the French government to support the French economy. Read more
HSBC further strengthens capital base of UK subsidiary from Group's own resources
09 October 2008
HSBC Holdings plc has today further strengthened the capital base of its UK subsidiary, HSBC Bank plc, fulfilling its agreed commitment to the UK government's banking sector scheme announced yesterday, through an equity injection of £750million, representing one per cent of the total shareholders' equity of the HSBC Group as at 30 June 2008. Read more
HSBC welcomes UK government's announcement
08 October 2008
HSBC's UK subsidiary will observe the tier 1 capital ratio requirement, funded from HSBC's internal resources. HSBC Holdings plc has no plans to utilise the recapitalisation scheme. Read more
The 14th "La Fondation HSBC pour la Photographie" competition - 6 october - 28 novembre 2008
25 September 2008
The Fondation HSBC pour la Photographie launches its 14th competition, opened to living contemporary photographers, with no restrictions in terms of age or nationality, working in representations of the real world using any technique and approach, who have not previously published monograph. Read more
HSBC France unites all of its retail banks within the single legal entity : HSBC France
31 July 2008
On 31 July 2008, HSBC France merged with four of its subsidiaries - HSBC Hervet, HSBC de Baecque Beau, HSBC UBP and HSBC Picardie - to form a single legal entity, HSBC France. Read more
Nominations HSBC France
16 July 2008
Philippe Diers has been named Head of Financial Institutions for HSBC in France. Frédéric Coutant has just joined HSBC France as the Head of Strategic Financing Advisory (HSBC France) for major corporate and institutional clients. Read more
HSBC and BFBP complete sale of seven French regional banks
02 July 2008
HSBC France has completed the sale of its seven French regional banks to Banque Fédérale des Banques Populaires ("BFBP") for 2.1 billion euros. Read more
HSBC France 2010 Development Plan
27 June 2008
Following the decision announced earlier this year to sell its 7 regional banks to Banque Fédérale des Banques Populaires, HSBC France reaffirms its commitment in the development of its retail banking in France, through the presentation, today, of its "Développement 2010" business plan. Read more
HSBC France invites Canada and Brazil to join "Club Pays HSBC" and supports the commercial development of French SMEs on the American continent
03 June 2008
HSBC France is inviting Canada and Brazil to join Club Pays HSBC TM, a unique service that supports SMEs keen to develop their sales in South and North American markets. Read more
HSBC launches readyforfrance.com, an information website for English speakers moving to France
24 April 2008
The website - www.readyforfrance.com - brings together all the information needed by English speakers to lay the groundwork for a successful move to France. Read more
HSBC France launches the HSBC Premier Family Golf Tour
11 April 2008
HSBC France is launching the HSBC Premier Family Golf Tour to accompany launch of the HSBC Premier* brand in France. This tournament reflects the specific positioning of HSBC Premier, with its emphasis on family-based wealth management. Read more
"What is our attitude to philanthropy?" HSBC France publishes a study on this theme in collaboration with IPSOS
02 April 2008
During the Cité de la Réussite, this year organised around the theme of commitment, a theme of particular relevance for the HSBC banking group, HSBC France decided to explore public opinion on the theme of philanthropy and asked Ipsos to conduct a survey on its behalf. Read more
HSBC France launches the first open-access sustainable development awareness programme for company heads: "Living Business"
02 April 2008
On 2 April 2008, HSBC France launched Living Business, the first open-access programme for raising awareness of the challenges of sustainable development and supporting heads of medium, small and very small businesses keen to implement this approach. Read more
Environment: HSBC France encourages long-term employee involvement in rehabilitation of natural sites
25 March 2008
On 24 May 2008, the Executive Committee of HSBC France kicks off the campaign with almost 50 of the bank's employees in the Parc de Saint Cloud; Near Vannes, employees of the HSBC France Vannes and Lorient agencies will be cleaning up Suscinio Beach Read more
HSBC Holdings reports pre-tax profit of US$24,212 Million
03 March 2008
HSBC made a profit before tax of US$24,212 million, an increase of US$2,126 million, or 10 per cent, over 2006 Read more
HSBC receives firm offer for regional subsidiaries in France
29 February 2008
HSBC France SA ("HSBC France"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of HSBC Holdings plc ("HSBC"), has received a firm cash offer of EUR2,100 million (US$3,171m ) for its seven French regional banking subsidiaries (the "Regional Banks") from Banque Fédérale des Banques Populaires. Read more
The Fondation HSBC pour l'Education launches its third call for projects and draws up a first assessment of the contribution of HSBC employee volunteers in France
20 February 2008
For the 2008 call for projects, the Executive Committee will, once again, be calling for "projects that facilitate access to education through culture for children and young people" Read more
The Fondation HSBC pour la Photographie presents its 2008 laureates
31 January 2008
The Executive Committee of the Fondation HSBC pour la Photographie has selected its 2008 laureates : Aurore VALADE and Guillaume LEMARCHAL Read more
HSBC France launches HSBC Essentiel, the new life insurance policy for young professionals and minors
28 January 2008
Following on from the success of its last two life insurance policies - HSBC Evolution Patrimoine and HSBC Stratégie Patrimoine - HSBC France has added to its range with the launch of HSBC Essentiel, an evolving unit-linked policy particularly suitable for young people. Read more
HSBC and Natixis lead manage bond issue for municipalities
04 January 2008
Eleven French municipalities and one township have participated in a 89.1m euros grouped bond issue lead managed by HSBC and Natixis to finance their investment programmes. Read more
Appointments and career advancements in HSBC France
31 August 2007
Changes in HSBC France's management will become effective on 1 September: Charles-Henri Filippi remains Chairman of the Board HSBC France and Peter Boyles becomes Chief Executive Officer. Read more
Management changes at HSBC France
29 May 2007
Charles-Henri Filippi has decided to retire from his executive positions as CEO of HSBC France and of Group Managing Director of HSBC Holdings from 1 September 2007. Read more
HSBC takes control of french insurance joint venture
27 March 2007
HSBC France has agreed to acquire the remaining 50.01 per cent of life insurer Erisa and property and casualty insurer Erisa IARD that it does not already own from Swiss Life for a consideration of €228.75 million. Read more
The City of Paris mandates HSBC and Natexis Banques Populaires as Joint Bookrunners of a €200m bond issue
04 May 2006
This €200m 10-year transaction is the largest ever issue carried out by the City of Paris on debt capital markets. Read more
Axa France, BNP Paribas, HSBC France and Société Générale create a joint platform for employee savings plan administration
02 February 2006
Axa Epargne Entreprise, BNP Paribas Epargne & Retraite Entreprises (BNP Paribas ERE). Read more
