HSBC is reportedly close to selling its Australian loan business to Blackstone Inc. This move is part of a broader strategy by HSBC CEO Noel Quinn to streamline the company's operations. Blackstone emerged as the leading bidder, surpassing other competitors for the HSBC division. Representatives for both HSBC and Blackstone declined to comment on the potential transaction. AI
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