HSBC is here to help central banks reach their investment goals.

Central Banks’ investment in new markets has been on the rise for a number of years, and HSBC has continued to support clients with this globally. Through providing advice, execution, custody and a wide range of ancillary services, we are able to facilitate the investment process smoothly.

Similarly, currency diversification, specifically into RMB, has been a key area of focus for our clients and we aim to be a critical partner in the execution of this priority. In addition to this, HSBC is focused on connecting borrowers and investors via tailored private placements and taps, as Reserve Managers seek extra yield over government bonds.

Exchange Traded Funds, (ETFs), are becoming an increasingly key part of a Central Bank’s portfolio, through offering timely access, operational simplicity, liquidity benefits, transparency and low costs. Through working with leading asset managers, HSBC’s ETF Desk is able to facilitate, structure and execute transactions, while also providing a guiding hand for their initial trades.

Our dedicated global team also continues to support the transition to a green financial and economic system through being at the forefront of sovereign Green Bond financing. As Reserve Managers increasingly look to integrate ESG factors into their investments, HSBC is able to provide advice and solutions at all stages of the ESG journey.

Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDC) have quickly become an important focus for Central Banks, and as a leading global participant in the FX market our specialised teams are able to provide clients with a wide range of opportunities in this space.

HSBC works in partnership with Supranationals to promote economic development in their member countries and help facilitate regional integration, as well as expanding cross-border trade.

By providing Supranationals with access to the debt capital markets, (DCM), globally, HSBC has helped to facilitate numerous landmark transactions. With an extensive DCM franchise and strength across currencies, we are continually able to demonstrate our leading position in the sector.

Our product offering further extends to transaction banking (including cash management solutions and custody services), markets and hedging support, and trade finance. HSBC also partners with Supranationals through the financing of critical infrastructure projects and works with them to help mobilise private capital, for example through HSBC’s Real Economy Green Investment Opportunity Global Emerging Market (REGIO) Fund. HSBC, together with leading Development Financial Institutions, created the fund to promote investment in markets most under threat from the effects of climate change. The fund allows investors to achieve an attractive economic return while helping to advance the Sustainable Development Goal agenda.