Core Viewpoint - HSBC Holdings reported a decline in Q1 2025 earnings, with total revenue of 17.649billion,ayear−on−yeardecreaseof14.958.302 billion, down 4.06% year-on-year, primarily due to the sale of Canadian and Argentine businesses [1][2]. - After-tax profit decreased to 7.57billion,reflectinga30.150.39, with a declared dividend of 0.10perordinaryshare[1].RevenueAnalysis−Therevenuedeclinewasattributedtobusinessdisposals,particularlyinCanadaandArgentina.However,excludingnotableitems,revenueincreasedduetogrowthininternationalwealthmanagementandstrongcustomeractivityinHongKong[1].−Onaconstantcurrencybasis,revenueexcludingnotableitemsincreasedby717.7 billion [1]. Net Interest Income Insights - Net interest income of 8.3billiondecreasedby400 million compared to Q1 2024, influenced by the sale of businesses and adverse currency translation effects [2]. - The net interest margin was 1.59%, down 4 basis points year-on-year, but up 5 basis points compared to Q4 2024 [2]. Credit Loss Provisions - Expected credit losses were 900million,anincreaseof200 million from Q1 2024, reflecting increased provisions due to geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties [2]. Shareholder Returns - The board approved a dividend of 0.10pershareforQ12025andcompleteda2 billion share buyback announced during the 2024 full-year results [3]. - A new share buyback program of up to $3 billion is planned to commence shortly after the annual general meeting on May 2, 2025 [3]. Management Commentary - The Group CEO expressed confidence in the company's robust earnings capability and commitment to supporting customers amid uncertain economic conditions [3].