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HSBC dominates international banking for Indian corporates across funding channels
The global financial institution has emerged as the leading international bank financing India Inc through multiple channels, securing top positions in debt and equity capital markets throughout the year.
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HSBC has solidified its position as the primary international banking partner for Indian corporates, leveraging its strengths across debt and equity fundraising mechanisms. The bank topped rankings in G3 bond issuances and syndicated lending facilities, underscoring its dominant role in facilitating offshore capital access for India-focused borrowers.
The London-headquartered lender's leadership in G3 bonds—those denominated in US dollars, euros, and sterling—reflects strong investor appetite for Indian corporate paper in global markets. Meanwhile, its performance in syndicated loans demonstrates the confidence of international banking consortia in backing Indian corporate expansion and refinancing needs.
Beyond debt markets, HSBC also ranked prominently among international investment banks advising on equity fundraising, capturing significant mandate share across public offerings and private placements. This multi-channel presence positions the bank as a comprehensive financing platform for Indian enterprises seeking to access global capital markets.
The bank's commanding position comes amid robust capital-raising activity from Indian corporates, who have increasingly tapped international markets for growth financing, debt refinancing, and strategic acquisitions. HSBC's diversified service offerings across debt, equity, and advisory services have enabled it to capture a substantial share of this activity from foreign banking peers.