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STANCHART to Release FY2025 Q4 Earnings on February 24, Pre-Market BJT; Forecast Revenue HKD 37.62 B, EPS HKD 2.2407

Standard Chartered and B2C2 Partner Strategically to Enhance Institutional Digital Asset Markets

Outgoing Departure of Standard Chartered's CFO Expected to Cause Stock Price Decline

Hong Kong's First Compliant Stablecoin Licenses Expected to be Issued by Late March, HSBC and Standard Chartered May Obtain Licenses First

Standard Chartered Announces 2026 Strategy with Emphasis on Capital Allocation and AI Infrastructure Investment

Standard Chartered Upgrades Business Brand to Support Chinese Innovation Enterprises

Standard Chartered Hong Kong Announces Unchanged HKD Interest Rates

Deputy Minister of Finance Met with Standard Chartered CEO to Discuss Macroeconomic Policies

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Standard Chartered and Trade Development Council Release Q4 Greater Bay Area Business Sentiment Index

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Standard Chartered repurchased approximately 528,000 shares on January 23, 2026

Fintech Forum: WeLab Boosts AI Investment, Standard Chartered Cautious on Chatbots

Standard Chartered repurchased approximately 537,800 shares

Standard Chartered Opens Sixth Wealth Management Center in Hong Kong

Standard Chartered Appointed by Source Investments to Provide Multiple Services for Hong Kong Unit Trusts

Standard Chartered Upgrades Priority Private Banking Services

Standard Chartered repurchased 535,600 shares

Barclays Raises Standard Chartered's Target Price to 1900 Pence

Standard Chartered Repurchased Stocks on London Stock Exchange

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Financial expert Kwan Cheuk-Chiu suggests that if one has HKD 1 million, they should choose to buy stocks rather than invest in the property market. He is optimistic about local real estate stocks such as Henderson Land and CK Asset, believing that even with reduced dividends, the dividend yield can still reach over 5%. In terms of bank stocks, he recommends Standard Chartered, considering its upside potential to be better than HSBC. Regarding U.S. stocks, Kwan is optimistic about optical communication and storage chip stocks, viewing them as beneficiaries of investments from tech giants. In the overall portfolio, real estate and bank stocks account for 40%, tech stocks for 35%, and the remaining 15% can be invested in money market funds

- The article discusses investment strategies if one has 1 million HKD, recommending stocks over property due to relatively low amounts.  
- It emphasizes investing 40% in local real estate and banking stocks, 35% in US tech companies related to AI infrastructure, and 10% in gold, while keeping 15% flexible for cash management.  
- The author believes Alphabet is the new leader in AI investments, and advises caution against leveraging in gold investments.

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Standard Chartered has commenced the sale of its Botswana operations, with initial bids anticipated by mid-year, according to sources. Bloomberg posted on X, revealing the bank's strategic move to streamline its operations. The decision aligns with Standard Chartered's broader strategy to focus on markets with higher growth potential. The sale process is expected to attract interest from various bidders, reflecting the bank's efforts to optimize its global footprint. The move comes as part of Standard Chartered's ongoing evaluation of its business portfolio, aiming to enhance efficiency and profitability.

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Standard Chartered's CFO departure may significantly impact its upcoming earnings report, as noted by Bloomberg. Concurrently, HSBC's recent multibillion-dollar acquisition is also under scrutiny ahead of its earnings release. The financial community is closely monitoring how these changes will affect both banks' strategies and market positions, with their earnings reports expected to shed light on their future directions.

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Standard Chartered Singapore has launched its first ESG-linked cash account for ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC). This account ties enhanced interest rates to STT GDC's ESG performance indicators and sustainability targets, rewarding progress in achieving these objectives. The initiative aims to integrate sustainability into treasury management for clients in Singapore and ASEAN. Chow Wan Thonh from StanChart emphasized the importance of data centres in supporting digital infrastructure and sustainability efforts. STT GDC, backed by Temasek, has a significant presence with 2.3 gigawatts of IT capacity across 100+ data centres.

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Standard Chartered PLC (OTCMKTS:SCBFF) experienced a significant increase in short interest, rising 21.1% to 210,583 shares as of January 30th. The short-interest ratio is currently 19.2 days based on an average daily trading volume of 10,992 shares. Analysts have mixed views, with Goldman Sachs upgrading the stock to "buy" while Zacks downgraded it to "hold." The stock is currently down 2.1%, trading at $23.65, with a market cap of $53.77 billion and a PE ratio of 12.58.

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Standard Chartered Bank forecasts that Bitcoin may initially drop to $50,000 before rebounding by the end of the year. According to ChainCatcher, the bank's analysis suggests a potential price fluctuation for the cryptocurrency, indicating a volatile market ahead. This prediction comes amid ongoing discussions about Bitcoin's performance and market dynamics.

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Standard Chartered Bank has lowered its Bitcoin price target to $100,000, warning of potential further declines in the coming months. Bitcoin briefly fell to $65,079 and has now rebounded to $66,400. Market analysts point out that if Bitcoin falls below $58,000, it could further drop to $40,000. The overall cryptocurrency market capitalization has evaporated by nearly $2 trillion, with market sentiment affected by the sell-off in tech stocks

- In the Asian session on February 13, cryptocurrencies stabilized after a decline in U.S. stocks, with Bitcoin rising about 1% to around $66,400, following a previous drop to $65,079.  
- Standard Chartered revised its end-of-2026 Bitcoin price target down from $150,000 to $100,000 due to ongoing ETF fund outflows and a weakening macroeconomic environment, warning of a possible drop to $50,000 before stabilization.  
- Market sentiment remains impacted by technology stock sell-offs, with Coinbase facing significant pressure after reporting a $667 million loss in Q4 and experiencing disruptions on its platform.

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The Hong Kong stock market fell in the morning session under the influence of U.S. stocks, with the Hang Seng Index down 484 points at 26,547 points, the National Index down 159 points, and the Hang Seng Tech Index down 89 points. Financial stocks generally declined, with HSBC and HKEX each falling by 2.1%, and AIA and STANCHART down 3.8%. Domestic insurance stocks and commodity stocks performed weakly, with gold prices falling below USD 5,000 per ounce, leading to declines in related stocks such as CHINA TAIPING and SD GOLD. Oil prices dropped nearly 3%, with Sinopec and PetroChina seeing declines between 3.2% and 4.1%

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"Hong Kong Stocks" The Hang Seng Index fell 484 points in the first half of the day, with domestic insurance and commodity stocks softening, while AI large model stocks continued to be speculated

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Standard Chartered cuts 2026 bitcoin forecast to $100,000, sees near-term slide to $50,000

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Standard Chartered cuts 2026 bitcoin forecast to $100,000, sees near-term slide to $50,000

The West Kowloon Cultural District Authority in Hong Kong plans to raise up to US$1 billion through its first bond sale to fund operations, as it faces ongoing financial deficits. Appointed arrangers include HSBC and Standard Chartered. The authority has previously relied on ticket sales and sponsorships, and aims for financial sustainability despite risks such as high bond issuance costs and lack of government guarantees. Experts suggest future income from prime residential sales could support repayments, but uncertainties remain regarding interest rates and market conditions.

- The West Kowloon Cultural District Authority in Hong Kong plans to raise up to US$1 billion by issuing bonds, marking its entry into the fixed-income debt market.  
- This initiative occurs amid ongoing operating deficits, with the authority reporting losses of HK$769 million, HK$578 million, and HK$718 million in recent financial years.  
- Financial expert Billy Mak suggested that while the bond issuance's cost might be high due to current US interest rates, future revenues from prime residential sales could provide the necessary collateral for repayment.

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Standard Chartered Bank will announce its full-year results for 2022 on the 24th of this month, with a projected growth of 15.8% to 25.1% in pre-tax profit by 2025. The expected growth in dividends per share is between 18.9% and 43.2%. In addition, the departure of Chief Financial Officer Euan McLeod has attracted market attention. The investment ratings and target prices for Standard Chartered from 10 brokerages vary, with the highest being HKD 265 from JP Morgan and the lowest being HKD 192.2 from Bank of America Securities

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Morgan Stanley predicts Standard Chartered's 2025 performance: operating income of USD 20.797 billion (+5.6%), net interest income of USD 10.997 billion (-0.9%), net fee income of USD 4.219 billion (+13%), trading income of USD 8.956 billion (+6.9%), operating expenses of USD 12.231 billion (+3.7%), pre-provision operating profit of USD 8.566 billion (+8.3%), provisions of USD 0.768 billion (+37.9%), profit before tax of USD 7.031 billion (+16.9%), profit attributable to shareholders of the parent company of USD 4.693 billion (+30.6%), dividend per share of USD 0.44 (+18.9%), common equity tier 1 capital ratio of 14.3% (+0.1 percentage points), return on equity of 11.7% (+1.6 percentage points)

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Standard Chartered PLC expects its pre-tax profit to grow by 15.8% to 25.1% in 2025, with a median of USD 7.081 billion. Profit attributable to ordinary shareholders is expected to grow by 25.7% to 40.1%, with a median of USD 4.693 billion. Core operating income is expected to grow by 5.6% to 7%, with a median of USD 21.001 billion. The dividend per share is expected to grow by 18.9% to 43.2%, with a median of USD 0.47. The departure of Chief Financial Officer Dhu Zhigao has raised market concerns about the succession plan and the company's future strategy

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According to "Qianzhan," brokerages expect Standard Chartered's pre-tax profit to rise by over 17% last year, focusing on future strategies and tangible return on equity

Standard Chartered Bank (2888) CFO Diego De Giorgi suddenly resigned to take up the position of head of Europe, the Middle East, and Africa at Apollo Global Management. This news caused Standard Chartered's stock price to drop significantly, closing down 1.9% yesterday and falling another 0.9% today. Goldman Sachs analysts believe this personnel change is unexpected and may affect CEO Bill Winters' succession plans. Analysts pointed out that De Giorgi played a core role in the bank's transformation, and his departure is a heavy blow to Standard Chartered. Interim CFO Peter Burrill is considered a suitable candidate, and the operational impact is expected to be limited

Standard Chartered CFO resigns to switch jobs, impacting stock price continues to fall. Analysis: In the past, he brought multiple increases to the group and had a transformative impact

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Standard Chartered plc has partnered with B2C2 to enhance institutional access to digital asset markets. This collaboration combines Standard Chartered’s banking infrastructure with B2C2’s crypto liquidity, providing institutional clients with direct connectivity and liquidity to Standard Chartered’s banking network. The partnership aims to bridge traditional finance and crypto markets, improving fiat-to-crypto flows and enabling faster settlement for clients.

- Standard Chartered plc has formed a strategic partnership with B2C2 to improve institutional access to digital asset markets.  
- This collaboration will integrate Standard Chartered’s banking infrastructure with B2C2’s crypto liquidity for institutional clients, enhancing connectivity and settlement efficiency.  
- The partnership seeks to bridge traditional finance and crypto markets by improving fiat-to-crypto flows and fostering faster settlements for clients.

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Having 1 million in capital to buy stocks is better than buying property. Kwan Cheuk Chiu is optimistic about bank and real estate stocks, with a 15% bet on an AI stock | Million-dollar portfolio

Standard Chartered Initiates Sale of Botswana Business

Standard Chartered CFO Departure and HSBC Acquisition Impact Earnings Reports

StanChart Singapore rolls out first ESG-linked cash account for a local company

Standard Chartered PLC (OTCMKTS:SCBFF) Sees Significant Growth in Short Interest