# HSBC Research

> Global economic and financial market research for HSBC clients. (iPhone/iPad app by HSBC Bank plc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hsbc-research/id1248271935 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [HSBC Bank plc](https://appshunter.io/developer/424806432)
- Category: Finance
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 31 App Store ratings · 122 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 28 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-06-20
- Data updated: 2026-08-16
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hsbc-research/id1248271935/reviews.md

## What is HSBC Research?

This app is only available to HSBC Global Research clients*

The HSBC Global Research app has the big picture on the latest trends and developments affecting the global economy and financial markets – from China and trade to the role technology plays in shaping smart cities. The app showcases key pieces of research as well as video and audio interviews with HSBC analysts. 

HSBC Global Research analysts cover economics, currencies, fixed income and equities as well as environmental, social and governance issues. We produce multi-asset reports around key events and economic developments with a particular focus on emerging markets as well as thematic reports covering topics such as future consumers, demographics, urbanisation and disruptive technologies.

Key features 
- Access to top HSBC Global Research reports 
- Updates on key forecast changes
- Video and audio interviews with leading analysts

*To use this app, you must be eligible to receive/access HBSC Global Research. You therefore acknowledge and agree that by downloading and using the app, a client relationship with HSBC will be inferred or assumed.

The app is provided free of charge by HSBC Bank Plc for use by clients with an HSBC Global Research login. Usual mobile phone changes may apply when using this app.

## Key features

- Access top HSBC Global Research reports
- Updates on key forecast changes
- Video and audio interviews with analysts
- Coverage of economics, currencies, fixed income, equities, and ESG
- Focus on emerging markets and thematic reports

## What do users think of HSBC Research?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 User-friendly and intuitive interface
- 📱 Easy access to research on the go
- 📰 High-quality and comprehensive content
- 🎨 Clean and attractive design
- ⚡ Fast loading and performance
- 📊 Well-organized layout and navigation
- 🎯 Curated and relevant research themes
- 🔔 Useful notification features
- 📹 Multimedia resources (podcasts, videos)
- 💼 Excellent for commuters and busy professionals

**Cons**

- 🐛 App crashes frequently
- 🐛 Stability issues and instability
- ❌ Login problems and authentication failures
- ⚠️ Content not updating regularly
- ⚠️ Broken links and error pages
- ❓ Limited functionality and purpose questioned

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes after opening and signing in
- Frequent crashing at various times
- Content not updated since early July
- Top read articles directing to error pages
- Cannot log in to app
- Unstable app performance

**Most requested features**

- Search function to find specific topics
- Offline access and ability to save reports
- Author alerts and notifications
- Filter and customization options for home page
- Currency and economic forecasts via tables/charts
- Download options for reports in library
- Advanced analytics and deeper content

## Recent user reviews (10 of 122)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hsbc-research/id1248271935/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Would recommend!

*2023-08-09*

Great app with friendly user interface that allows me to keep up to date with news on the go!

### 1/5 — unstable

*2022-09-26, version 2.0.5*

horrendously unstable…. it is like hsbc doesnt care about the app….

### 1/5 — Rubbish App

*2022-09-02*

What does this App do for mankind other than as a platform for HSBC to pretend it matters?

### 3/5 — Crash

*2021-12-19*

App is keep crashing after open and signed in. I think updates might be needed. Thanks.

### 2/5 — The app keeps crashing

*2020-10-30, version 2.0.4*

The app keeps crashing at times. Need to fix this for smooth interface.

### 5/5 — 👌

*2019-07-21, version 2.0.4*

Wooow

### 3/5 — Searchable?

*2017-11-13, version 1.3.2018111000*

Where is the search function? How can I search my favorite topic?

### 1/5 — Bug

*2017-08-15, version 1.0.2017062900*

Contents have not been updated since early July, and top read articles directs to error page.

### 5/5 — Awesome app

*2017-07-28, version 1.0.2017062900*

Great design and Great research!

### 5/5 — Awesome App

*2017-07-24, version 1.0.2017062900*

Great research in comprehensive App format

## Frequently asked questions about HSBC Research

### What is the HSBC Global Research app?

The HSBC Global Research app provides clients with access to the latest trends and developments in the global economy and financial markets. It features key research reports, video interviews, and audio discussions with HSBC analysts covering economics, currencies, fixed income, equities, and ESG issues.

### Who can use the HSBC Global Research app?

This app is exclusively available to existing HSBC Global Research clients. To use the app, you must be eligible to receive or access HSBC Global Research, and downloading and using the app infers or assumes a client relationship with HSBC.

### Is there a cost to use the HSBC Global Research app?

No, the app is provided free of charge by HSBC Bank Plc for use by its clients. While the app itself is free, standard mobile phone charges may apply when using it.

### What kind of research is available on the app?

The app offers access to top HSBC Global Research reports, updates on key forecast changes, and video and audio interviews with leading analysts. The research covers a broad spectrum including economics, currencies, fixed income, equities, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues, with a particular focus on emerging markets and thematic topics.

### What are the main topics covered by HSBC analysts?

HSBC analysts cover a wide range of topics including the global economy, financial markets, China and trade, the role of technology in smart cities, future consumers, demographics, urbanisation, and disruptive technologies. They produce multi-asset reports around key events and economic developments.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.0.17 — 2025-09-04

General stability and bug fixes

### 3.0.15 — 2025-07-10

General stability and bug fixes

### 3.0.13 — 2025-04-01

General stability and bug fixes

### 3.0.10 — 2025-02-06

Add auto-play next video function in Multimedia tab

### 3.0.9 — 2024-11-27

General stability and bug fixes

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