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HSBC·HSBC Holdings plc

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+. (+.%)
High
$101.10
Open
$100.28
Market Cap
256.04B
52W High
$1,499.00
Low
$99.69
P. Close
$100.46
P/E
15.38
52W Low
$908.80
Fwd P/E
10.16
DailyIQ Est.
$115.57
Technical Score (1D)
100
BUY
News Sentiment
85
BULLISH
HSBC has just confirmed it will continue as administrative agent for Acme United’s new $65 million syndicated credit facility, extending maturity to July 2029. This continuity signals that HSBC remains a trusted partner for mid‑cap growth financing, potentially boosting its fee income in the near term. Traders should watch for any subsequent disclosures of Acme United’s use of the facility, as that could influence HSBC’s loan portfolio performance. Two hours later, HSBC announced a review of its local retail and SME banking operations in Türkiye, excluding wholesale and cross‑border services. The move reflects a strategic shift to concentrate capital on higher‑growth cross‑border segments, which may improve the bank’s risk‑adjusted returns over the next week. Investors should monitor any announced exits, partnerships or restructuring in Türkiye that could reshape earnings mix and capital allocation. In addition, HSBC has raised its price target for Intel, signalling optimism about the chipmaker’s earnings outlook and product pipeline. This upgrade could lift demand for Intel shares, but traders should focus on Intel’s upcoming earnings releases and product roadmap to confirm the upside. Finally, HSBC’s valuation remains attractive with a lower P/E relative to peers and robust earnings growth, underscoring its dividend appeal. The next earnings announcement and any changes in regulatory capital requirements will be key to assess whether the valuation remains justified.
Earnings Summary
HSBC Holdings plc is a global financial institution headquartered in London that offers retail banking, wealth management, and commercial banking services across three primary segments, serving individuals, small to large enterprises, and institutional investors worldwide. In Q4 2024 the bank reported revenue of $11.56 billion but an EPS of $0.05 versus an estimate of $1.53, a significant miss that highlights earnings volatility; no comparable data for Q1 2025 is available, so a trend analysis is not possible. Historically, the firm has faced challenges in generating consistent earnings growth, and the recent miss underscores the need for stronger profitability metrics, though the company has maintained a stable revenue base. Recent news indicates HSBC has doubled its price target for Intel to $200, positioning the foundry unit as a core revenue driver expected to materialize in the second half of 2026, while simultaneously downgrading IBM, suggesting a shift in confidence toward hardware and foundry capabilities over software; the bank also upgraded Delta Air Lines’ target, reflecting selective sector optimism. These developments suggest that HSBC’s earnings outlook is closely tied to the performance of its advisory and investment banking activities, particularly in the technology and aviation sectors. Investors should watch for the upcoming Q1 2025 earnings release, guidance on Intel foundry revenue timelines, and IBM’s earnings announcement, as these will clarify whether the bank’s revised valuations are supported by tangible growth; additionally, monitoring any changes in HSBC’s advisory engagements in the Gulf region could signal new deal flow opportunities. The key will be whether the bank can translate its diversified service mix into consistent earnings improvement amid a volatile macro environment.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$-0.29$0.45$1.19$1.93$2.67Q4'24Q1'25
QtrEstActual+/−
Q1'25$2.33 - -
Q4'24$1.53$0.05-96.7%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$10.4B$12.9B$15.3B$17.7B$20.2BQ4'24Q1'25
QtrEstActual+/−
Q1'25$19.1B - -
Q4'24 - $11.6B -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

HSBC Stock Snapshot

HSBC is currently trading at $100.46, giving HSBC Holdings plc a market cap of 256.04B and a P/E ratio of 15.4. Today's range spans $99.69–$101.10, with shares opening at $100.28 and moving up $0.00 (0.0%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 100/100 (BUY) with a news sentiment reading of 85/100.

Over the past year HSBC has traded between $908.80 and $1499.00 - the current price is -88.9% off the 52-week low and -93.3% from the high. 22 analysts cover the stock with a Buy consensus and a mean 12-month target of $114.63 (range $101.00–$132.35), implying upside of +14.1%.

If you're looking for bullish momentum in Financial Services, HSBC is putting up the numbers: 100/100 technical score, BUY signal, bullish sentiment at 85/100. Price: $100.46 (near 52-week lows). (P/E: 15.4) The 256.04B market cap keeps it in play for institutional position sizes, and the $908.80–$1499.00 annual range shows this stock can make real moves when it gets directional conviction behind it.

Earnings revision cycles in large-cap Financial Services names tend to compound: when technicals confirm a BUY thesis (100/100) and news sentiment (85/100, bullish) supports the narrative, analyst upgrades follow price rather than lead it. At $100.46 (near 52-week lows), HSBC's position within the $908.80–$1499.00 annual range suggests there's room for multiple expansion before the stock encounters meaningful technical resistance.