Key facts
- Third-quarter pre-tax profit rose to $9.6 billion from $7.3 billion a year earlier.
- Revenue increased 5% year-on-year to $18.6 billion.
- Operating expenses decreased 12% to $8.8 billion.
- The board approved a third interim dividend for 2026 of $0.10 per ordinary share.
HSBC Holdings Plc reported a 32% increase in third-quarter pre-tax profit to $9.6 billion, compared with $7.3 billion in the same period of 2025. The bank's performance was boosted by a $1.4 billion net favorable impact from notable items, including the non-recurrence of legal provisions. Revenue reached $18.6 billion, up 5% year-on-year, while operating expenses decreased by 12% to $8.8 billion. Following the completion of a $1 billion share buyback, the company announced its intention to initiate a new share buyback of up to $1 billion.