Politicians may be reshaping global supply chains, but businesses are still confident they will find growth in new markets, according to a new HSBC report. The latest HSBC Navigator: Now, next and how survey of more than 9,100 companies in 35 countries and territories finds that 47% are more optimistic now than in 2018, with […]
HSBC explain why Singapore is a breeding ground for next generation treasury management and outline how treasurers can take advantage of Treasury 4.0. Despite being a small island nation, Singapore is a heavy-hitter on the global stage. The city-state is the largest foreign exchange hub[1] in Asia Pacific, the fourth largest financial centre[2] in the world, and the […]
Amid the early stages of the Covid-19 pandemic lockdown, corporate treasury teams had to act quickly to get to grips with their overall liquidity position and ensure they could access liquidity when they needed to. As lockdowns ease and businesses look to recover, a 5-step medium-term response can help ensure the lessons learned in the […]
In a world that’s in flux, treasurers are under pressure. They and the companies they work for face change from many directions – whether it be economic, technological or demographic. Not only is the world facing a shift of economic power from West to East, with a parallel rise in trade tensions, but also new […]
The business world is in flux. Never has so much change happened at such a pace. Amidst it all, it has become incumbent upon the corporate treasurer to support the business in managing this change, creating order, efficiency and clarity so that opportunities can be captured – and so that risks can be mitigated. While […]
The world economy is at a defining moment. Think of an accelerated industrial revolution, swept along by rapidly developing new technology and a shift in economic power from West to East. In parallel, governments are redirecting their economies through diversifying and pivoting, positioning them to focus on new growth sectors. By 2030, China will be […]
The Corporate View: Tackling the Cybersecurity Threat Security and fraud prevention have always been vital corporate responsibilities, and central to treasury’s remit. However, the immediacy of these risks, and the potential damage, is growing. As Peter Atuma, Senior Manager, Global Information Security – Governance at Equinix illustrates: “Defending the organisation against cyberattack is a top […]
The world economy is arguably at a historical watershed. Think of an accelerated industrial revolution, rapidly developing new technology and a big shift in economic power from West to East. These trends are widely accepted, although their magnitude and speed may not be. Naturally, governments and corporates are redirecting their policies and strategies accordingly – […]
Smart Cities: Convergence and collaboration to build communities of the future HSBC Cities are getting smarter, and the organisations operating in them must adapt. As new technology gets wired into the city, it’s revolutionising urban efficiency and improving the lives of citizens. At the same time, it’s set to fundamentally alter business and operating […]
Wellbeing in Treasury: More than a Healthier Balance Sheet HSBC In today’s ‘always on’ culture, companies focused on growth and productivity are realising the importance of wellbeing within their corporate social responsibility strategies [1]. Not only are wellbeing programmes a positive way to look after the health and happiness of your treasury team, they […]
Key Takeaways: Making ESG Part of Treasury’s DNA HSBC There are a number of ways in which treasurers can support their organisation’s ESG goals, and embed them into their daily processes. Practical steps include: Sustainable Finance Exploring ESG-compliant finance – from green bonds to positive impact loans – is on the rise. Many […]
At HSBC, we partner with our clients across industries and markets, with an extensive on-the ground network of senior bankers with an in-depth understanding of their sectors. The following is a client example of our partnership in the Natural Resources, Utilities and Chemicals sector. As a global business that is growing quickly, multinational gold producer OceanaGold needs a scalable, flexible, […]
Foreword – Global Liquidity and Cash Management Corporates Guidebook for Treasurers HSBC I would like to introduce this guidebook with a wealth of interesting and informative articles featuring HSBC’s work across the globe, to help treasurers keep up to date with some of the most vital elements of their world today – digitisation and technology. […]
North American Liquidity: Change, Challenge, Opportunity Over the past year, the interest rate environment in North America has been markedly different from that in regions such as Europe. Coupling this with potential cross-border cash efficiencies associated with NAFTA trade growth and the availability of innovative balance sheet investment options, means that treasurers in the region […]
Liquidity Management Portal: Finance at Your Fingertips Poor visibility is one of corporate treasury’s greatest challenges and a major obstacle to more efficient liquidity management. It also consumes precious treasury resources that could be devoted to more valuable strategic activities. HSBC’s new Liquidity Management Portal (LMP) has been developed with the specific aim of […]
Liquidity Management in Asia-Pacific: Change and Opportunity One of the most fascinating aspects of liquidity management in Asia-Pacific today is its dynamic nature. Apart from regulatory change within the region, numerous other factors – such as shifts in US tax legislation and interest rates – also have a bearing. As Harish Kumar, Regional Head […]
Sustainability in Treasury: A View Beyond Financing HSBC There have historically been questions around whether or not treasuries can actively contribute towards their companies’ sustainability objectives. However, in an age where sustainable financing has become more readily available, treasuries now have a seat at the table and are more engaged in helping to drive the […]
HSBC While the treasury environment is never static, one area where it has become particularly dynamic of late is liquidity management. Multiple drivers have combined to create a situation where continuous (re)evaluation and evolution have become almost mandatory. An HSBC representative examines these factors and how they are affecting the process of liquidity management. […]
India is rapidly becoming a digitally-empowered society and economy, opening up new growth and efficiency opportunities for corporates along the way. Successfully embracing digital innovation is both a science and an art, however, as four industry experts explained during a lively panel debate at HSBC’s recent Global Liquidity and Cash Management Digital Innovation and Transformation […]
As well as being technical experts and strategic business partners, today’s treasurers must also keep up to speed with digital innovation. This means not only understanding the role of digitisation in building a next-generation treasury function, but also recognising the importance of digital disruption in helping the wider business to grow and prosper. With so […]
Future-proofing Treasury: A Roadmap to Best Practice HSBC’s Global Liquidity and Cash Management’s Annual Natural Resources and Utilities Forum on March, 22 2018 Ensuring your treasury function is in the best possible shape to respond to imminent threats and opportunities requires preparation, imagination, and flexibility. In March 2018, HSBC hosted its second annual Global Liquidity and […]
Take Five HSBC Between sessions at HSBC’s recent Global Liquidity and Cash Management Natural Resources and Utilities Annual Forum, TMI caught up with an HSBC Representative to leverage their global expertise on the key topics impacting corporate treasury departments today, and to gather his insights on the actions treasurers can take to prepare for […]
Energy Sector Evolution: The Future of Treasury Management As the natural resources and utilities sector re-emerges, new challenges lie on the horizon – ranging from regulatory change to the mounting risks posed by cybercriminals. At the same time, there are significant opportunities for treasurers not only to optimise their structures and processes but also […]
Diversity and Inclusion: Embracing Gender Equality in Treasury HSBC Without question, the gender balance in treasury departments across the globe has improved in recent years, with more women working alongside their male counterparts, and taking up leadership roles. Nevertheless, as participants at HSBC’s Global Liquidity and Cash Management Women’s Treasury Diversity and Inclusion Forum in […]
