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What is a $1bn buyback?
A share buyback is when a company buys its own shares from the open market. This reduces the number of shares available, which can increase the value of the remaining shares and boost earnings per share. For HSBC, a $1bn buyback signals confidence and aims to return value to shareholders.
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