Read HSBC CEO Noel Quinn’s surprise resignation statement

HSBC CEO Noel Quinn. Lam Yik | Bloomberg | Getty Images HSBC on Tuesday announced the surprise departure of Group Chief Executive Officer Noel Quinn after nearly five years at the helm. In a statement released by the bank, Quinn said: “It has been a privilege to lead HSBC. I never imagined when I started … Read more

UK mortgage rates are finally falling as homeowners hope for relief

U.K. mortgage rates are falling as markets anticipate the Bank of England will start cutting interest rates toward the middle of the year — but uncertainty is likely to continue to dent buyer confidence. HSBC announced cuts beginning Thursday on its residential mortgage interest rates, with several falling below 5% for the first time since April … Read more