HSBC, also known as the Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation, was founded on March 3, 1865. It is one of the world's largest and most reputable banking and financial services organizations. The company's headquarters are located in London, United Kingdom.

With a global presence in over 65 countries and territories, HSBC serves millions of customers, ranging from individuals to businesses and multinational corporations. The company offers a comprehensive range of banking and financial products and services, including retail banking, wealth management, commercial banking, and investment banking.

As of the most recent available data, HSBC employs approximately 235,000 people worldwide, comprising a diverse and skilled workforce dedicated to delivering excellent customer service and innovative financial solutions. The company's reported profit before tax for 2022 was 17.5 billion US dollars