HSBC Executes Share Buy-back to Optimize Capital Structure

HSBC Holdings ( (GB:HSBA) ) has issued an announcement.

HSBC Holdings plc announced the repurchase and cancellation of a significant number of its ordinary shares as part of a buy-back program initiated on 20 February 2025. The company purchased 1,965,007 shares on UK venues and 2,976,800 shares on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, with the total repurchases amounting to approximately US$1,070.4 million. This move is part of HSBC’s strategy to enhance shareholder value and optimize its capital structure. The cancellation of shares will impact the company’s issued ordinary share capital, reducing the number of shares with voting rights and potentially affecting shareholder calculations regarding their interests.

More about HSBC Holdings

HSBC Holdings plc is a global banking and financial services organization headquartered in London, United Kingdom. It operates in various markets worldwide, offering a wide range of financial products and services, including personal, commercial, and investment banking, as well as wealth management. HSBC is listed on multiple stock exchanges, including the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, and focuses on maintaining a strong presence in both Western and Asian markets.

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