HSBC Talks Business

Learn how the GPS deal team overcome a hurdle for a client by using the Virtual Account solution

Ambitious businesses are looking for new economy opportunities in ASEAN, a rapidly growing and dynamic region. In this episode, you’ll hear from our industry experts exploring emerging trends and sectors such as digital transformation, e-commerce, and the thriving innovative ecosystem. 

In episode two, “Behind the Analytics: Deeper into B2B Data”, HSBC’s Erwan Le Grand, European Head of Commercialisation & Account Management, Corporate Cards, Global Payments Solutions and Paytech’s Vince Eavis, Managing Director delve into the topic of AI and its implications on sourcing information for commercial business.  Join us for quick insights as five questions are explored and answered in just 5 minutes, providing a concise yet informative look into the world AI in B2B innovation.For more information visit: https://www.europe.business.hsbc.com/en-gb/products-and-solutions/hsbc-corporate-cards

In episode 3 of our podcast series, explore the latest trends and innovations in the field of virtual card integration with corporate platforms like Coupa, as discussed in this podcast featuring Dave Brown from HSBC and Darren Blair from Coupa.Discover how embedded payments streamline procurement processes, enhance user experience and leverage AI for fraud detection and supplier risk management. Expect continued growth in virtual card adoption, with a future focus on mobile wallet integrations for seamless, secure payments.For more information visit: https://www.europe.business.hsbc.com/en-gb/products-and-solutions/hsbc-corporate-cards

Indonesia's allure lies in its youthful population, vibrant digital economy, ample resources, and strategic geographical positioning, making it an appealing prospect for investors seeking new horizons. With ongoing efforts to attract foreign direct investment and enhance infrastructure and regulatory frameworks, Indonesia presents a wealth of opportunities for those considering venturing into this dynamic market Tune in to this podcast featuring Charles Kho, Country Head of Multinationals & International Subsidiary Banking at HSBC Indonesia, in conversation with Nurul Ichwan, Deputy Minister of Investment Promotion at the Ministry of Investment/Indonesia Investment Coordinating Board, as they shed light on the flourishing economy of Indonesia and it’s potential for business expansion.

Fred Neumann and Herald van der Linde kick off 2024 with a special podcast outlining our key views for Asian markets and economics in the year ahead.For more content from HSBC Global Research, follow us on LinkedIn: #HSBCResearchDisclosures and Disclaimers: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/61/kmzgfJ9Find out more about HSBC Global Research: https://www.gbm.hsbc.com/en-gb/campaigns/global-research

In this podcast, we explore the UAE’s energy transition journey. We look at TAQA, the UAE’s biggest utility company, which has ambitions to reduce energy emissions whilst also increasing the share of renewable energy they deploy globally. As part of its transition, TAQA issued its first green bond in early 2023 to help fund its various green projects, with the help of HSBC as Joint Lead Manager and Bookrunner. HSBC also acted as Joint Green Structurer on TAQA’s newly established Green Finance Framework.Guests Stephen Ridlington, CFO, TAQA, and Ahmed Hashem, Head of Coverage, Abu Dhabi, Global Banking & Markets, HSBC, join host Fatima Galadari, Vice President, Abu Dhabi Government Coverage, Global Banking & Markets, HSBC, for this conversation.For more insights and reports visit HSBC’s Centre of Sustainable Finance.

Reducing your cash lock up cycle and releasing trapped cash can have an immensely positive aspect on the viability of a law firm. Get practical tips on how to address cash lock up for your firm. 

The transition to net zero relies heavily on copper, lithium, nickel and many other key natural resources. Can supply meet the expected demand? What steps is the industry taking to expand production? Are we at risk from shortages of key materials needed in the coming years? In this episode, we answer all of these questions, plus look at key opportunities in the minerals and materials space. Guests Leonardo Buizza, Lead Supply Chains and Materials Analyst, The Energy Transitions Commission, Sophie Lu, Global Head of Heavy Industry Decarbonisation, HSBC, and Michael Willoughby, Global Head of Metals, Mining and Transition Materials, HSBC, join host Zoë Knight, Managing Director and Group Head, HSBC Centre of Sustainable Finance, for this conversation. For more information on insights discussed in this episode visit HSBC Transition Pathways: Industrials and Chemicals.For more insights and reports visit HSBC’s Centre of Sustainable Finance.