HSBC CFO on Earnings, China Real Estate Market, Dividends

The transcript covers a financial performance review, highlighting rising rates and their impact on US interest income. It addresses concerns over credit losses, particularly in China's real estate sector. The discussion includes dividend plans and shareholder engagement, especially with Ping An. The UK mortgage market's competitiveness and global interest rate trends are examined. Finally, the role of the Chinese Communist Party in the investment bank is discussed, addressing investor concerns.

What dividend payout ratio has the bank committed to?

How has the UK mortgage market been described in the text?

What is the expected trend for the UK currency according to the speaker?

What is the bank's perspective on the normalization of interest rates?