Global Perspectives

Securities Lending and Borrowing (SLB) in India has experienced exponential growth in the past few years following initiatives undertaken by the Indian regulators to increase participation in the market. Listen to our experts as they share their insights on this rapidly evolving market.

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Part 2 of our L (IBOR) series, L (IBOR)- the final lap, explores the latest announcements by regulators and in-depth insights from market participants.


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After the successful inclusion in the MSCI Emerging Markets Index last November, Kuwait is continuing its ambitious Market Development Program with the implementation of the new “Net Settlement” trade mechanism.


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The highly anticipated Investment Limited Partnership (ILP) revised framework is now in place in Ireland. This exciting development adds to Ireland’s suite of legal structures and offers a great option for private assets managers and investors eyeing Ireland as a hub for EU and International distribution. As an established domicile in the alternatives sector, the ILP will lead the way for Irelands growth in private asset funds.


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Listen to our webinar replay where we discuss the major developments anticipated across Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East and the United Kingdom. We explore what asset managers, custodians and insurance firms should practically expect across Digital, ESG, Fund Manufacture and Distribution, Investor Protection and Securities Markets Reform policy priorities.


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The challenge Securities Services has faced with ESG reporting is that although there is a plethora of ESG data available, including highly respected but differing research methodologies, there are very few commonly accepted, standardised and quantitative ESG data points that are suitable for use in periodic investment reporting.


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Middle office outsourcing is gaining traction globally. Learn more about how HSBC can help you transition to a more efficient and sustainable operating model.


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Securities Services is launching a new series of podcasts, RegTalks, focusing on updates in the regulatory space. Listen to our experts discuss the latest on CSDR.


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Despite the myriad challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic, Kuwait's inclusion in the MSCI Emerging Markets index took place on November 30th, 2020. This report outlines the steps taken by key stakeholders responsible to set the conditions for such an achievement, and how investors are best-placed to take advantage of one of the most significant market milestones for Kuwait this decade.


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The insurance industry is poised for transformation. Regulations, newcomers with disrupting technology, and fierce competition for best in class investments with lean operating models are testing the resilience, strategies and efficiencies of those in the industry.

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The opportunities for foreign insurers. China has opened its doors to foreign insurers in a bid to further liberalise the financial market.


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At HSBC, we’re transforming the way we operate to enhance customer experiences. In 2020, we launched our Bot River, a virtual assistant built on our messaging platform Symphony, making it easier for customers to interact with us.


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In Part 2 of our series, we will investigate future trends in TA and how the challenges of the current model can be used to create opportunities through an agile and globally digitised offering.


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One of the biggest opportunities to transform our industry lies in digitisation and automation. Here we explore the impact of Distributed Ledger Technology and emerging technologies on Financial Market Infrastructure with an Asian perspective.


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As China opens up, foreign investors have more ways to access the mainland financial market and need to navigate the evolving regulatory landscape. We are here to help. Watch this video to learn how Markets and Securities Services can support your ambitions in accessing the Chinese market.


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Tokenisation, powered by distributed ledger technology (DLT), has the potential to accelerate progress on one of the most pressing challenges facing the world today – reducing global wealth disparities.


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The rise of Middle Office outsourcing in Asia. Middle office outsourcing is still in its infancy in many Asian markets, but it has been growing here as asset managers recognise the benefits in cost, managing risk, easing regulatory burden, and gaining access to up-to-date technologies.


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Listen to our webinar replay and join our panel of specialists discussing the launch of our reporting service that provides our Securities Services clients with independent measurement of how focused their listed asset investments are on environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) issues.


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The service will consist of a monthly reporting dashboard, including portfolio-level analysis using ESG ratings, and carbon emissions data.


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Market connectivity, index inclusion, and increased FX trading options, are all areas where China has made progress in reforming its financial system.


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Since the first COVID-19 outbreak, Securities Services has been working hard to ensure that our service delivery to you continues. Watch more about how our clients are at the heart of everything we do.


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Our specialists from HSBC Securities Services & Global Markets outline their views and explore whether or not ETFs have stood up to the ultimate stress-test brought about as a result of COVID-19.


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Asset pooling has been one of the biggest trends for European Insurers over the last few years. This paper explores the reasons behind this, the potential opportunities in Asia and what insurers may need to consider.

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How is HSBC integrating new technologies into its IT infrastructure to support clients?


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Transfer agents are continuing to be a vital component in the fund industry with technology playing a key role.


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Our 2020 Regulatory Outlook webinar explores some of the key regulatory developments that will shape the financial services industry in 2020 and beyond.


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ESG (environment, social, governance) investing is being embraced more widely by both investors (retail and institutional) and their asset managers.


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A thought leadership article focussing on Kuwait’s inclusion into MSCI Emerging Markets Index.


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