HSBC names veteran Elhedery as CEO, signals continuity in strategy

HSBC Holdings Plc has appointed its Chief Financial Officer Georges Elhedery as its next CEO, the bank said on Wednesday, opting for continuity as it tries to kickstart growth.

Elhedery, 50, who becomes HSBC’s third chief executive in less than eight years, will replace outgoing head Noel Quinn from Sept. 2. While the 160-year-old lender did consider external candidates, it has traditionally appointed its CEO from within.

“For most investors, continuity is essential, especially...