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As an experienced trader, I have scrutinized HSBC’s offering with care. Based on my research and practical evaluation, I need to point out that HSBC does not currently provide leveraged trading for major forex pairs; in fact, forex trading as a whole is not available through their current trading platforms. Their product range focuses primarily on shares, trusts, bonds, structured products, warrants, IPOs, and gold, but excludes forex, commodities, indices, options, ETFs, and cryptocurrencies. This limitation stands in contrast to many brokers in the sector who might offer leverage on major forex pairs and other asset classes. As for leverage on available assets, HSBC’s offering is geared more towards traditional investment products and does not center on leveraged speculation. For example, their regulated position as a Market Maker and provider of futures contracts in Hong Kong is tightly bound by SFC rules, which tend to prioritize investor protection through moderate or limited leverage, especially for retail investors. However, the exact leverage for futures or other asset classes is not explicitly detailed in their public documentation, making it necessary for potential clients to seek clarification directly from HSBC if leverage is a critical factor in their trading decisions. For me, this signals that HSBC is best suited to those prioritizing safety, regulatory oversight, and a broad spectrum of long-term investment products—rather than those seeking high leverage and active forex trading. I view this as prudent if one’s goals are capital preservation and regulated asset exposure, though it may not satisfy those seeking more speculative trading opportunities.