HSBC Holdings (HSBC) reported a first-quarter 2024 pre-tax profit of $12.7 billion, down 1.8% from the prior-year quarter. The reported quarter included a $4.8-billion gain following the completion of the disposal of the banking business in Canada, partly offset by a $1.1-billion impairment following the classification of its business in Argentina as held for sale.Results reflected higher expenses, and an increase in expected credit losses and other credit impairment charges (ECL). However, a rise in revenu ...