HSBC Australia accused of ‘widespread and systemic' failure to prevent scams
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HSBC Holdings PLC is facing a lawsuit from Australia's financial regulator for allegedly failing to protect customers from scams. The Australian Securities and Investments Commission claims HSBC Australia did not adequately prevent unauthorized transactions and delayed investigations.
December 16, 2024 | 8:30 am
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HSBC Holdings PLC is being sued by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission for allegedly failing to protect customers from scams, which could impact its reputation and regulatory standing.
The lawsuit by ASIC against HSBC for failing to prevent scams could negatively impact HSBC's reputation and lead to potential regulatory penalties. This legal issue may cause short-term downward pressure on HSBC's stock price as investors react to the potential risks and costs associated with the lawsuit.
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