At HSBC, our knowledge goes beyond just understanding individual ASEAN markets, but understanding how to navigate the dynamics and connections between them. HSBC’s strong foundation of connected knowledge with an innovative solution provides a seamless banking experience for our customers. Our offering aims to help international companies capture the growth across ASEAN.

How HSBC can help
Back to Opening up a world of business opportunities in ASEANOur ASEAN offering
1. HSBC Group Factbook, 2021; *Services and platforms stated are subject to availability in selected countries.
Open new opportunities across ASEAN
Find out more on how we can support your business growth in ASEAN.

Our ASEAN heritage & experience

As the world’s number one trade bank1, and with over 130 years of presence in ASEAN, HSBC is well established to support your business growth and enable you to tap into new opportunities. Our teams on the ground and unrivalled global network are able to provide an in-depth understanding of market dynamics paired with our bespoke solutions to ease your market access into ASEAN and beyond.
* HKTDC Research ASEAN: Market Profile, 2021, ISEAS; 1. https://www.hsbc.com/news-and-media/hsbc-news/hsbc-tops-trade-finance-poll
HSBC in Philippines

- HSBC is a universal bank that offers local corporates, multinationals and international subsidiaries, financial institutions and public sector clients best-in-class services, financial security and international connectivity
- Operating in the Philippines since 1875 with 8-strong branch network located in Metro Manila and the regional cities of Cebu and Davao.
- HSBC Philippines commands a solid market position, with its combination of local market knowledge and global expertise
Key facts and figures
Date of establishment: 1875
Presence: 8 Branches and Global Service Center
Our Recognition
HSBC’s commitment to ASEAN and Asia has been recognised in multiple awards covering Transaction Banking to Innovation to Sustainability.
- Best International Bank in the Philippines, FinanceAsia Awards 2023
- Market Leader for Trade Finance in the Philippines, Euromoney Trade Finance Survey 2023
- Best Cash Management Bank and Best Trade Finance Bank in Philippines, CorporateTreasurer Awards 2022
- Market Leader for Trade Finance in the Philippines, Euromoney Trade Finance Survey 2022
- Best Domestic Cash Manager, Philippines, Euromoney Cash Management Survey 2021
More on ASEAN
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Find out the latest insights on ASEAN in partnership with Bloomberg
Why is ASEAN an opportunity
Now more than ever, companies from all over the world are looking to ASEAN to expand their operations from within the bloc around Asia and globally.
Interested in expanding your business to ASEAN?
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References for figures displayed in HSBC advertisements in Bloomberg Media sites:
ASEAN’s digital economy is set to double to over USD350 billion by 20251
ASEAN is thriving as the world’s fastest growing trade bloc2
A greener ASEAN offers a trillion-dollar opportunity by 2030 3
1 https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2021-11-10/southeast-asia-internet-economy-to-surge-to-363-billion-by-2025
2 HKTDC Research ASEAN: Market Profile, 2021, ISEAS
3 https://www.bain.com/insights/southeast-asias-green-economy-pathway-to-full-potential/