How to buy HSBC shares

HSBC shares have increased 0.78% from yesterday's closing price (639.9p). Learn how to easily invest in HSBC shares.

HSBC Holdings PLC (HSBA) is a publicly traded banks-diversified business based in the UK. It opened the day at 639.8p after a previous close of 639.9p. During the day the price has varied from a low of 634.85p to a high of 645.9p. The latest price was 644.9p (25 minute delay). HSBC is listed on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) and employs 221,764 staff. All prices are listed in pence sterling.

How to buy shares in HSBC

  1. Choose a platform. If you're a beginner, our share-dealing table below can help you choose.
  2. Open your account. You'll need your ID, bank details and national insurance number.
  3. Confirm your payment details. You'll need to fund your account with a bank transfer, debit card or credit card.
  4. Search the platform for stock code: HSBA in this case.
  5. Research HSBC shares. The platform should provide the latest information available.
  6. Buy your HSBC shares. It's that simple.
The whole process can take as little as 15 minutes. You'll need a smartphone or computer, an internet connection, your passport or driving licence and a means of payment.
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Fees for buying 100x HSBC shares with popular platforms

Share prices fluctuate in real time, so the costs presented here should be considered as a guide only. They do not incorporate stamp duty. Always refer to the platform itself for availability and pricing – which may differ from our information.

Platform Customer feedback Monthly fee Min. initial deposit Trading fee estimate
eToro Free Stocks logo ★★★★★ £0 $50 £0.00
£644.90 total
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Freetrade logo ★★★★★ £0 No minimum £0.00
£644.90 total
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IG Share Dealing logo ★★★★★ £0 No minimum £8.00
£652.90 total
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XTB logo Not yet rated £0 No minimum £0.00
£644.90 total
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InvestEngine logo ★★★★★ 0% - 0.25% £100 £0.00
£644.90 total
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CMC Invest share dealing account logo ★★★★★ £0 No minimum £0.00
£644.90 total
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Hargreaves Lansdown Fund and Share Account logo ★★★★★ £0 £1 £11.95
£656.85 total
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Latest updates for HSBC

August 31, 2023: HSBC has announced it will start offering its longest-ever mortgage term of 40 year to help first-time buyers.

Is it a good time to buy HSBC stock?

Only you can make the decision on the time to leap. The gauge below shows real-time ratings that are based on 26 popular indicators such as moving averages, for specific time periods. It's not a recommendation but is simply technical analysis that can form part of your research.

Finder might not agree with the analysis and we take no responsibility. We also give no representations or warranty on the accuracy or completeness of the information provided on this page.

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All investing should be regarded as longer term. The value of your investments can go up and down, and you may get back less than you invest. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. If you’re not sure which investments are right for you, please seek out a financial adviser. Capital at risk.

Is HSBC under- or over-valued?

Valuing a stock is incredibly difficult, and any metric has to be viewed as part of a bigger picture of overall performance. However, analysts commonly use some key metrics to help gauge value. Check out the HSBC P/E ratio, PEG ratio and EBITDA

HSBC's current share price divided by its per-share earnings (EPS) over a 12-month period gives a "trailing price/earnings ratio" of roughly 7x. In other words, HSBC shares trade at around 7x recent earnings.

That's relatively low compared to, say, the trailing 12-month P/E ratio for the FTSE 250 at the end of September 2019 (19.71). The low P/E ratio could mean that investors are pessimistic about the outlook for the shares or simply that they're under-valued.

However, HSBC's P/E ratio is best considered in relation to those of others within the banks-diversified industry or those of similar companies.

HSBC's "price/earnings-to-growth ratio" can be calculated by dividing its P/E ratio by its growth – to give 0.5769. A PEG ratio below 1 can be interpreted as meaning the shares are not overvalued given the current rate of growth.

The PEG ratio provides a broader view than just the P/E ratio, as it gives more insight into HSBC's future profitability. By accounting for growth, it could also help you if you're comparing the share prices of multiple high-growth companies.

However, it's sensible to consider HSBC's PEG ratio in relation to those of similar companies.

What's HSBC's ESG track record?

Environmental, social and governance (known as ESG) criteria are a set of three factors used to measure the sustainability and social impact of companies like HSBC.

Overall HSBC ESG score

HSBC's total ESG risk: 26.14

Socially conscious investors use ESG scores to screen how an investment aligns with their worldview, and HSBC's overall score of 26.14 (as at 01/01/2019) is nothing to write home about – landing it in it in the 40th percentile of companies rated in the same sector.

ESG scores are increasingly used to estimate the level of risk a company like HSBC is exposed to within the areas of "environmental" (carbon footprint, resource use etc.), "social" (health and safety, human rights etc.), and "governance" (anti-corruption, tax transparency etc.).

To gain some more context, you can compare HSBC's total ESG risk score against those of similar companies.

HSBC's environmental score: 4.32/100

HSBC's environmental score of 4.32 puts it squarely in the 3rd percentile of companies rated in the same sector. This could suggest that HSBC is a leader in its sector terms of its environmental impact, and exposed to a lower level of risk.

HSBC's social score: 14.77/100

HSBC's social score of 14.77 puts it squarely in the 3rd percentile of companies rated in the same sector. This could suggest that HSBC is a leader in its sector when it comes to taking good care of its workforce and the communities it impacts.

HSBC's governance score: 7.56/100

HSBC's governance score puts it squarely in the 3rd percentile of companies rated in the same sector. That could suggest that HSBC is a leader in its sector when it comes to responsible management and strategy, and exposed to a lower level of risk.

HSBC's controversy score: 3/5

ESG scores also evaluate any incidences of controversy that a company has been involved in. A high-profile company, HSBC scored a 3 out of 5 for controversy – a middle-of-the-table result reflecting that HSBC hasn't always managed to keep its nose clean.

Wondering how that compares? Below are the controversy scores of similar companies.

Frequently asked questions

All investing should be regarded as longer term. The value of your investments can go up and down, and you may get back less than you invest. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. If you’re not sure which investments are right for you, please seek out a financial adviser. Capital at risk.

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