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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-Q

(Mark One)
QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023
OR
TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the transition period from                     to                     
Commission file number 001-07436
HSBC USA Inc.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) 
Maryland 13-2764867
(State of incorporation) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
452 Fifth Avenue, New York, New York 10018
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
Registrant's telephone number, including area code (212) 525-5000
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of Each ClassTrading Symbol(s)Name of Each Exchange on Which Registered
$100,000,000 Zero Coupon Callable Accreting Notes due January 15, 2043 HBA/43New York Stock Exchange
$50,000,000 Zero Coupon Callable Accreting Notes due January 29, 2043HBA/43ANew York Stock Exchange
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.    Yes    No  
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit such files).    Yes    No  
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, smaller reporting company, or an emerging growth company. See the definitions of "large accelerated filer," "accelerated filer," "smaller reporting company," and "emerging growth company" in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. (Check one):
Large accelerated filerAccelerated filerNon-accelerated filerSmaller reporting companyEmerging growth company
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).    Yes    No  
As of July 29, 2022,April 28, 2023, there were 714 shares of the registrant's common stock outstanding, all of which are owned by HSBC North America Holdings Inc.



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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Part/Item No. 
Part I Page
Item 1.Financial Statements (Unaudited):
Item 2.Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations:
Item 3.
Item 4.
Part II  
Item 1.
Item 5.
Item 6.
 
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PART I

Item 1. Financial Statements
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF INCOME (UNAUDITED)
Three Months Ended June 30,Six Months Ended June 30,
2022202120222021
Three Months Ended March 31,Three Months Ended March 31,20232022
(in millions) (in millions)
Interest income:Interest income:Interest income:
LoansLoans$437 $441 $813 $892 Loans$803 $376 
SecuritiesSecurities169 160 310 337 Securities323 141 
Trading securitiesTrading securities55 54 118 102 Trading securities49 63 
Short-term investmentsShort-term investments110 17 137 33 Short-term investments410 27 
OtherOther12 17 13 Other19 
Total interest incomeTotal interest income783 676 1,395 1,377 Total interest income1,604 612 
Interest expense:Interest expense:Interest expense:
DepositsDeposits135 69 193 150 Deposits756 58 
Short-term borrowingsShort-term borrowings21 26 Short-term borrowings100 
Long-term debtLong-term debt89 78 157 160 Long-term debt256 68 
OtherOther6 10 Other9 
Total interest expenseTotal interest expense251 153 386 323 Total interest expense1,121 135 
Net interest incomeNet interest income532 523 1,009 1,054 Net interest income483 477 
Provision for credit lossesProvision for credit losses69 (229)80 (456)Provision for credit losses20 11 
Net interest income after provision for credit lossesNet interest income after provision for credit losses463 752 929 1,510 Net interest income after provision for credit losses463 466 
Other revenues:Other revenues:Other revenues:
Credit card fees, netCredit card fees, net12 13 27 23 Credit card fees, net11 15 
Trust and investment management feesTrust and investment management fees34 26 60 55 Trust and investment management fees31 26 
Other fees and commissionsOther fees and commissions160 171 338 336 Other fees and commissions148 178 
Trading revenueTrading revenue61 133 43 Trading revenue225 72 
Other securities gains, netOther securities gains, net9 18 29 47 Other securities gains, net3 20 
Servicing and other fees from HSBC affiliatesServicing and other fees from HSBC affiliates87 70 188 153 Servicing and other fees from HSBC affiliates74 101 
Gain on instruments designated at fair value and related derivatives19 25 25 
Gain (loss) on instruments designated at fair value and related derivativesGain (loss) on instruments designated at fair value and related derivatives(22)
Gain on sale of branch disposal group, netGain on sale of branch disposal group, net  111  Gain on sale of branch disposal group, net 111 
Other income (loss)Other income (loss)(39)(3)(82)Other income (loss)(17)(43)
Total other revenuesTotal other revenues343 304 829 688 Total other revenues453 486 
Operating expenses:Operating expenses:Operating expenses:
Salaries and employee benefitsSalaries and employee benefits138 182 292 358 Salaries and employee benefits121 154 
Support services from HSBC affiliatesSupport services from HSBC affiliates419 392 837 759 Support services from HSBC affiliates384 418 
Occupancy expense, netOccupancy expense, net13 118 30 148 Occupancy expense, net30 17 
Other expensesOther expenses123 110 220 219 Other expenses94 97 
Total operating expensesTotal operating expenses693 802 1,379 1,484 Total operating expenses629 686 
Income before income taxIncome before income tax113 254 379 714 Income before income tax287 266 
Income tax expenseIncome tax expense23 61 88 182 Income tax expense70 65 
Net incomeNet income$90 $193 $291 $532 Net income$217 $201 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) (UNAUDITED)
Three Months Ended June 30,Six Months Ended June 30,
2022202120222021
Three Months Ended March 31,Three Months Ended March 31,20232022
(in millions) (in millions)
Net incomeNet income$90 $193 $291 $532 Net income$217 $201 
Net change in unrealized gains (losses), net of tax:Net change in unrealized gains (losses), net of tax:Net change in unrealized gains (losses), net of tax:
Investment securitiesInvestment securities(574)53 (1,617)(578)Investment securities204 (1,043)
Fair value option liabilities attributable to our own credit spreadFair value option liabilities attributable to our own credit spread51 10 80 — Fair value option liabilities attributable to our own credit spread63 29 
Derivatives designated as cash flow hedgesDerivatives designated as cash flow hedges(62)(9)(214)(21)Derivatives designated as cash flow hedges98 (152)
Pension and post-retirement benefit plans  
Total other comprehensive income (loss)Total other comprehensive income (loss)(585)55 (1,751)(598)Total other comprehensive income (loss)365 (1,166)
Comprehensive income (loss)Comprehensive income (loss)$(495)$248 $(1,460)$(66)Comprehensive income (loss)$582 $(965)

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET (UNAUDITED)
June 30, 2022December 31, 2021March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
(in millions, except share data) (in millions, except share data)
Assets(1)
Assets(1)
Assets(1)
Cash and due from banksCash and due from banks$981 $954 Cash and due from banks$922 $1,004 
Interest bearing deposits with banksInterest bearing deposits with banks42,538 47,400 Interest bearing deposits with banks23,167 17,744 
Federal funds sold and securities purchased under agreements to resellFederal funds sold and securities purchased under agreements to resell4,941 10,514 Federal funds sold and securities purchased under agreements to resell21,721 23,085 
Trading assets (includes $1.6 billion and $1.7 billion pledged to creditors at June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively)18,708 24,043 
Securities available-for-sale (includes amortized cost of $33.3 billion and $35.4 billion at June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively, an allowance for credit losses of $2 million and $1 million at June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively, and $1.0 billion and $2.4 billion pledged to creditors at June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively)31,062 35,298 
Securities held-to-maturity, net of allowance for credit losses of nil and $1 million at June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively (fair value of $4.5 billion and $5.4 billion at June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively)4,666 5,203 
Loans61,798 55,864 
Trading assets (includes $1.9 billion and $1.3 billion pledged to creditors at March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively)Trading assets (includes $1.9 billion and $1.3 billion pledged to creditors at March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively)17,559 21,730 
Securities available-for-sale (includes amortized cost of $29.4 billion and $30.3 billion at March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively, an allowance for credit losses of nil at both March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, and $25 million and $55 million pledged to creditors at March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively)Securities available-for-sale (includes amortized cost of $29.4 billion and $30.3 billion at March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively, an allowance for credit losses of nil at both March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, and $25 million and $55 million pledged to creditors at March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively)26,726 27,345 
Securities held-to-maturity, net of allowance for credit losses of nil at both March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022 (fair value of $10.2 billion and $6.9 billion at March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively)Securities held-to-maturity, net of allowance for credit losses of nil at both March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022 (fair value of $10.2 billion and $6.9 billion at March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively)10,552 7,317 
Loans (includes $18 million and $20 million designated under fair value option at March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively)Loans (includes $18 million and $20 million designated under fair value option at March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively)59,462 59,380 
Less – allowance for credit lossesLess – allowance for credit losses534 447 Less – allowance for credit losses588 584 
Loans, netLoans, net61,264 55,417 Loans, net58,874 58,796 
Loans held for sale (includes $194 million and $48 million designated under fair value option at June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively, and $2,441 million related to branch disposal group held for sale at December 31, 2021)489 4,217 
Loans held for sale (includes $354 million and $237 million designated under fair value option at March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively)Loans held for sale (includes $354 million and $237 million designated under fair value option at March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively)474 354 
Properties and equipment, netProperties and equipment, net38 40 Properties and equipment, net70 68 
GoodwillGoodwill458 458 Goodwill458 458 
Other branch related assets held for sale 249 
Other assets, net of allowance for credit losses of $1 million at both June 30, 2022 and December 31, 20216,087 5,439 
Other assets, net of allowance for credit losses of nil at both March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022 (includes nil and $325 million designated under fair value option at March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively)Other assets, net of allowance for credit losses of nil at both March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022 (includes nil and $325 million designated under fair value option at March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively)6,027 6,754 
Total assetsTotal assets$171,232 $189,232 Total assets$166,550 $164,655 
Liabilities(1)
Liabilities(1)
Liabilities(1)
Debt:Debt:Debt:
Domestic deposits:Domestic deposits:Domestic deposits:
Noninterest bearingNoninterest bearing$34,132 $40,333 Noninterest bearing$31,381 $29,660 
Interest bearing (includes $2.0 billion and $2.7 billion designated under fair value option at June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively)84,732 89,122 
Interest bearing (includes $1.4 billion and $1.6 billion designated under fair value option at March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively)Interest bearing (includes $1.4 billion and $1.6 billion designated under fair value option at March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively)85,533 86,469 
Foreign deposits - interest bearingForeign deposits - interest bearing8,399 4,827 Foreign deposits - interest bearing5,254 7,094 
Deposits held for sale 8,750 
Total depositsTotal deposits127,263 143,032 Total deposits122,168 123,223 
Short-term borrowingsShort-term borrowings5,898 6,338 Short-term borrowings6,822 5,945 
Long-term debt (includes $7.1 billion and $8.9 billion designated under fair value option at June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively)16,026 17,236 
Long-term debt (includes $8.9 billion and $8.4 billion designated under fair value option at March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively)Long-term debt (includes $8.9 billion and $8.4 billion designated under fair value option at March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively)19,517 17,591 
Total debtTotal debt149,187 166,606 Total debt148,507 146,759 
Trading liabilitiesTrading liabilities3,766 3,023 Trading liabilities2,243 2,803 
Other branch related liabilities held for sale 152 
Interest, taxes and other liabilities2,742 2,411 
Interest, taxes and other liabilities (includes nil and $325 million designated under fair value option at March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively)Interest, taxes and other liabilities (includes nil and $325 million designated under fair value option at March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively)3,109 2,980 
Total liabilitiesTotal liabilities155,695 172,192 Total liabilities153,859 152,542 
EquityEquityEquity
Preferred stock (no par value; 40,999,000 shares authorized; 1,265 shares issued and outstanding at both June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021)1,265 1,265 
Preferred stock (no par value; 40,999,000 shares authorized; 265 shares issued and outstanding at both March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022)Preferred stock (no par value; 40,999,000 shares authorized; 265 shares issued and outstanding at both March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022)265 265 
Common equity:Common equity:Common equity:
Common stock ($5 par value; 150,000,000 shares authorized; 714 shares issued and outstanding at both June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021) — 
Common stock ($5 par value; 150,000,000 shares authorized; 714 shares issued and outstanding at both March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022)Common stock ($5 par value; 150,000,000 shares authorized; 714 shares issued and outstanding at both March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022) — 
Additional paid-in capitalAdditional paid-in capital14,737 14,742 Additional paid-in capital12,736 12,740 
Retained earningsRetained earnings1,465 1,212 Retained earnings1,900 1,683 
Accumulated other comprehensive lossAccumulated other comprehensive loss(1,930)(179)Accumulated other comprehensive loss(2,210)(2,575)
Total common equityTotal common equity14,272 15,775 Total common equity12,426 11,848 
Total equityTotal equity15,537 17,040 Total equity12,691 12,113 
Total liabilities and equityTotal liabilities and equity$171,232 $189,232 Total liabilities and equity$166,550 $164,655 
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(1)The following table summarizes assets and liabilities related to our consolidated variable interest entities ("VIEs") at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021.2022. Assets and liabilities exclude intercompany balances that eliminate in consolidation. See Note 17, "Variable Interest Entities," for additional information.
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June 30, 2022December 31, 2021March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
(in millions)(in millions)
AssetsAssetsAssets
Loans$118 $46 
Loans, netLoans, net$140 $162 
Other assetsOther assets46 55 Other assets41 44 
Total assetsTotal assets$164 $101 Total assets$181 $206 
LiabilitiesLiabilitiesLiabilities
Interest, taxes and other liabilitiesInterest, taxes and other liabilities$28 $Interest, taxes and other liabilities$18 $22 
Total liabilitiesTotal liabilities$28 $Total liabilities$18 $22 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY (UNAUDITED)
Three Months Ended June 30,20222021
(in millions)
Preferred stock
Balance at beginning and end of period$1,265 $1,265 
Common stock
Balance at beginning and end of period — 
Additional paid-in capital
Balance at beginning of period14,740 15,743 
Employee benefit plans(3)— 
Balance at end of period14,737 15,743 
Retained earnings
Balance at beginning of period1,413 940 
Net income90 193 
Cash dividends declared on preferred stock(38)(38)
Balance at end of period1,465 1,095 
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)
Balance at beginning of period(1,345)26 
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax(585)55 
Balance at end of period(1,930)81 
Total common equity14,272 16,919 
Total equity$15,537 $18,184 
Six Months Ended June 30,20222021
Three Months Ended March 31,Three Months Ended March 31,20232022
(in millions) (in millions)
Preferred stockPreferred stockPreferred stock
Balance at beginning and end of periodBalance at beginning and end of period$1,265 $1,265 Balance at beginning and end of period$265 $1,265 
Common stockCommon stockCommon stock
Balance at beginning and end of periodBalance at beginning and end of period — Balance at beginning and end of period — 
Additional paid-in capitalAdditional paid-in capitalAdditional paid-in capital
Balance at beginning of periodBalance at beginning of period14,742 15,746 Balance at beginning of period12,740 14,742 
Employee benefit plansEmployee benefit plans(5)(3)Employee benefit plans(4)(2)
Balance at end of periodBalance at end of period14,737 15,743 Balance at end of period12,736 14,740 
Retained earningsRetained earningsRetained earnings
Balance at beginning of periodBalance at beginning of period1,212 601 Balance at beginning of period1,683 1,212 
Net incomeNet income291 532 Net income217 201 
Cash dividends declared on preferred stock(38)(38)
Balance at end of periodBalance at end of period1,465 1,095 Balance at end of period1,900 1,413 
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)
Accumulated other comprehensive lossAccumulated other comprehensive loss
Balance at beginning of periodBalance at beginning of period(179)679 Balance at beginning of period(2,575)(179)
Other comprehensive loss, net of tax(1,751)(598)
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of taxOther comprehensive income (loss), net of tax365 (1,166)
Balance at end of periodBalance at end of period(1,930)81 Balance at end of period(2,210)(1,345)
Total common equityTotal common equity14,272 16,919 Total common equity12,426 14,808 
Total equityTotal equity$15,537 $18,184 Total equity$12,691 $16,073 

The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS (UNAUDITED)
Six Months Ended June 30,20222021
 (in millions)
Cash flows from operating activities
Net income$291 $532 
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization84 161 
Gain on sale of branch disposal group, net(111)— 
Provision for credit losses80 (456)
Net realized gains on securities available-for-sale(29)(47)
Net change in other assets and liabilities(795)1,219 
Net change in loans held for sale:
Originations and purchases of loans held for sale(1,097)(1,407)
Sales and collections of loans held for sale1,052 1,398 
Net change in trading assets and liabilities6,078 (3,516)
Lower of amortized cost or fair value adjustments on loans held for sale6 
Gain on instruments designated at fair value and related derivatives(25)(25)
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities5,534 (2,136)
Cash flows from investing activities
Net change in federal funds sold and securities purchased under agreements to resell5,573 25,243 
Securities available-for-sale:
Purchases of securities available-for-sale(3,510)(9,173)
Proceeds from sales of securities available-for-sale1,002 6,170 
Proceeds from paydowns and maturities of securities available-for-sale3,066 7,865 
Securities held-to-maturity:
Purchases of securities held-to-maturity(475)— 
Proceeds from paydowns and maturities of securities held-to-maturity1,003 2,210 
Change in loans:
Originations, net of collections(5,476)2,718 
Loans sold to third parties1,136 1,091 
Net cash used for acquisitions of properties and equipment(6)— 
Net outflow related to the sale of branch disposal group(4,621)— 
Other, net(16)80 
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities(2,324)36,204 
Cash flows from financing activities
Net change in deposits(8,580)2,221 
Debt:
Net change in short-term borrowings(440)(1,146)
Issuance of long-term debt2,844 5,317 
Repayment of long-term debt(1,884)(6,154)
Other decreases in capital surplus(5)(3)
Dividends paid(38)(38)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities(8,103)197 
Net change in cash and due from banks and interest bearing deposits with banks(4,893)34,265 
Cash and due from banks and interest bearing deposits with banks at beginning of period(1)
48,412 15,655 
Cash and due from banks and interest bearing deposits with banks at end of period(1)
$43,519 $49,920 
Three Months Ended March 31,20232022
 (in millions)
Cash flows from operating activities
Net income$217 $201 
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization3 38 
Gain on sale of branch disposal group, net (111)
Provision for credit losses20 11 
Net realized gains on securities available-for-sale(3)(20)
Net change in other assets and liabilities1,039 (1,864)
Net change in loans held for sale:
Originations and purchases of loans held for sale(192)(514)
Sales and collections of loans held for sale73 505 
Net change in trading assets and liabilities3,611 6,600 
Lower of amortized cost or fair value adjustments on loans held for sale (3)
Loss (gain) on instruments designated at fair value and related derivatives22 (6)
Net cash provided by operating activities4,790 4,837 
Cash flows from investing activities
Net change in federal funds sold and securities purchased under agreements to resell1,364 4,755 
Securities available-for-sale:
Purchases of securities available-for-sale(1,077)(2,401)
Proceeds from sales of securities available-for-sale681 316 
Proceeds from paydowns and maturities of securities available-for-sale1,618 1,601 
Securities held-to-maturity:
Purchases of securities held-to-maturity(3,388)(145)
Proceeds from paydowns and maturities of securities held-to-maturity162 537 
Change in loans:
Originations, net of collections(278)(2,776)
Loans sold to third parties200 1,126 
Net cash used for acquisitions of properties and equipment(8)(5)
Net outflow related to the sale of branch disposal group (4,621)
Other, net36 13 
Net cash used in investing activities(690)(1,600)
Cash flows from financing activities
Net change in deposits(1,062)(4,791)
Debt:
Net change in short-term borrowings877 452 
Issuance of long-term debt2,033 647 
Repayment of long-term debt(603)(1,241)
Other decreases in capital surplus(4)(2)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities1,241 (4,935)
Net change in cash and due from banks and interest bearing deposits with banks5,341 (1,698)
Cash and due from banks and interest bearing deposits with banks at beginning of period18,748 48,412 
Cash and due from banks and interest bearing deposits with banks at end of period$24,089 $46,714 
(1)Included $58 million of cash which was reported in other branch related assets held for sale on the consolidated balance sheet at December 31, 2021.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)
NoteNotePageNotePageNotePageNotePage
1 1 12 1 12 
2 2 13 2 13 
3 3 14 3 14 
4 4 15 4 15 
5 5 16 5 16 
6 6 17 6 17 
7 7 18 7 18 
8 8 19 8 19 
9 9 20 9 20 
10 10 21 10 21 
11 11 11

1. Organization and Presentation
HSBC USA Inc. ("HSBC USA"), incorporated under the laws of Maryland, is a New York State based bank holding company and a wholly-owned subsidiary of HSBC North America Holdings Inc. ("HSBC North America"), which is an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of HSBC Holdings plc ("HSBC" and, together with its subsidiaries, "HSBC Group"). The accompanying unaudited interim consolidated financial statements of HSBC USA and its subsidiaries (collectively "HUSI") have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America ("U.S. GAAP") for interim financial information and with the instructions to Form 10-Q and Article 10 of Regulation S-X, as well as in accordance with predominant practices within the banking industry. Accordingly, they do not include all of the information and footnotes required by generally accepted accounting principles for complete financial statements. HSBC USA's principal U.S. banking subsidiary is HSBC Bank USA, National Association (together with its subsidiaries, "HSBC Bank USA"). In the opinion of management, all normal and recurring adjustments considered necessary for a fair statement of financial position, results of operations and cash flows for the interim periods have been made. HUSI may also be referred to in these notes to the consolidated financial statements as "we," "us" or "our." These unaudited interim consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 20212022 (the "2021"2022 Form 10-K"). Certain reclassifications have been made to prior period amounts to conform to the current period presentation.
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires the use of estimates and assumptions that affect reported amounts and disclosures. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Interim results should not be considered indicative of results in future periods.

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2. Strategic Initiatives
As discussed in our 20212022 Form 10-K, we previously announced acompleted our strategic plan to restructure our operations ("Restructuring Plan") in alignment with HSBC’s global strategy, to refocus our wholesale operations to better serve our international corporate clients and restructure our retail operations to better meet the needs of globally mobile and affluent clients. Our Restructuring Plan also includes streamlining our functional and operations support model by removing duplication and reducing the size of our balance sheet to better align with the scope and scale of the U.S. opportunity. As discussed further in Note 3, "Branch Assets and Liabilities Held for Sale," during the second quarter of 2021, we made the decision to exit our mass market retail banking business, including the sale or closure of certain branches, and transferred certain assets and liabilities to held for sale. We expect to incur pre-tax charges in connection with this Restructuring Plan over the three-year period of 2020-2022 of approximately $780-$860 million ($590-$650 million after-tax). The following table presents a summary of the total pre-tax charges we currently expect toand will no longer incur by reportable segment:
Expected Charges in Connection
with Restructuring Plan
MinimumMaximum
 (in millions)
Wealth and Personal Banking$160 $180 
Commercial Banking16 18 
Markets and Securities Services80 82 
Global Banking and Markets Other14 16 
Corporate Center(1)
510 564 
Total$780 $860 
(1)Includes restructuring charges primarilycosts related to lease impairment and other related costs, support service project costs and severance costs associated with certain centralized activities and functions.
During the first half of 2022, we continued to progress our Restructuring Plan, including simplification of our support service functions and investing in systems infrastructure and new technologies. In February 2022, we also completed the sale of the branch disposal group associated with the exit of our mass market retail banking business.this plan. During the three and six months ended June 30,March 31, 2022, we recorded pre-tax charges in connection with our Restructuring Plan totaling $41 million and $72 million, respectively, compared with pre-tax charges totaling $118 million and $136 million during the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively. To date, we have recorded a total of $641$31 million of pre-tax charges in connection with our Restructuring Plan. We remain committed to our multi-year strategic plan to re-profile our business.
The following table summarizes the changes in the liability associated with our Restructuring Plan during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021:March 31, 2022:
Severance and Other Employee Costs(1)
Lease Termination and Associated Costs(2)
Other(3)
Total
 (in millions)
Three Months Ended June 30, 2022
Restructuring liability at beginning of period$2 $38 $ $40 
Restructuring costs accrued during the period4  11 15 
Restructuring costs paid during the period(4)(4)(11)(19)
Restructuring liability at end of period$2 $34 $ $36 
Three Months Ended June 30, 2021
Restructuring liability at beginning of period$2 $22 $ $24 
Restructuring costs accrued during the period5 30 4 39 
Restructuring costs paid during the period(1)(6)(4)(11)
Restructuring liability at end of period$6 $46 $ $52 
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Severance and Other Employee Costs(1)
Lease Termination and Associated Costs(2)
Other(3)
Total
Severance and Other Employee Costs(1)
Lease Termination and Associated Costs(2)
Other(3)
Total
(in millions) (in millions)
Six Months Ended June 30, 2022
Three Months Ended March 31, 2022Three Months Ended March 31, 2022
Restructuring liability at beginning of periodRestructuring liability at beginning of period$10 $46 $ $56 Restructuring liability at beginning of period$10 $46 $ $56 
Restructuring costs accrued during the periodRestructuring costs accrued during the period4  18 22 Restructuring costs accrued during the period  7 7 
Restructuring costs paid during the periodRestructuring costs paid during the period(12)(12)(18)(42)Restructuring costs paid during the period(8)(8)(7)(23)
Restructuring liability at end of period$2 $34 $ $36 
Restructuring liability at end of period(4)
Restructuring liability at end of period(4)
$2 $38 $ $40 
Six Months Ended June 30, 2021
Restructuring liability at beginning of period$10 $23 $ $33 
Restructuring costs accrued during the period5 30 6 41 
Restructuring costs paid during the period(9)(7)(6)(22)
Restructuring liability at end of period$6 $46 $ $52 
(1)Severance and other employee costs are included in salaries and employee benefits in the consolidated statement of income. The majority of these costs were reported in the Wealth and Personal Banking business segment. Not included in these costs are allocated severance costs from HSBC Technology & Services (USA) Inc. ("HTSU") discussed further below.
(2)Primarily includes real estate taxes, service charges and decommissioning costs. Lease termination and associated costs are included in occupancy expense, net in the consolidated statement of income and were reported in the Wealth and Personal Banking and the Corporate Center business segments.
(3)Primarily includes professional fees and other staff costs, which are included in other expenses in the consolidated statement of income. The majority of these costs were reported in the Wealth and Personal Banking business segment.
(4)At March 31, 2023, our remaining liability associated with our Restructuring Plan totaled $37 million.
In addition to the restructuring costs reflected in the rollforward table above, during the three and six months ended June 30,first quarter of 2022, we reversed $4recorded impairment charges of $1 million and $3 million, respectively, ofto write-down the lease right-of-use ("ROU") asset and leasehold improvement asset impairment chargesassets associated with certain office space that we determined we would exit.
During the second quarter of 2021, as part of our decision to exit our mass market retail banking business, we determined that we would exit approximately 30 branches. As a result, we recorded impairment charges during the second quarter of 2021 to write-off the assets associated with these branches, including $29 million of lease ROU assets, $18 million of leasehold improvement assets and $3 million of equipment assets. During the second quarter of 2021, we also recorded impairment charges of $5 million to write-down the lease ROU assets and leasehold improvement assets associated with closed branches and certain office space that we determined we would exit. Lease These impairment charges are reflected in occupancy expense, net in the consolidated statement of income and were reported in the Wealth and Personal Banking and the Corporate Center business segments.
During the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, we recorded $6 million and $10 million, respectively, of trading losses associated with the exit of certain derivative contracts as part of our Restructuring Plan. These losses are included in trading revenue in the consolidated statement of income and were reported in the Markets and Securities Services business segment.
Our Restructuring Plan also resulted in costs being allocated to us from HTSU, primarily support service project costs and severance costs, which are reflected in support services from HSBC affiliates in the consolidated statement of income. During the three and six months ended June 30,first quarter of 2022, we recorded $30$23 million and $53 million, respectively, of allocated costs from HTSU related to restructuring activities compared with $18 million and $30 million of allocated costs during the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively.activities. These costs were reported in the Corporate Center business segment.
HSBC Group Restructuring Separate from the charges related to our Restructuring Plan as detailed above, during the three and six months ended June 30,first quarter of 2022, we also recorded $25$17 million and $42 million, respectively, of allocated costs from other HSBC affiliates related to the HSBC Group's restructuring activities, primarily support service project costs and severance costs, compared with $11 million and $18 million of allocated costs during the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively.costs. These costs are reflected in support services from HSBC affiliates in the consolidated statement of income and were reported in the Corporate Center business segment.

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3. Sale of Certain Branch Assets and Liabilities Held for Sale
In May 2021, as part of our Restructuring Plan we announced that we would take further actions to strategically reposition our Wealth and Personal Banking business to focus on the banking and wealth management needs of globally-connected affluent and high net worth clients through our Premier, Jade and Private Banking propositions and exit our mass market retail banking business, including our Personal and Advance propositions as well as retail business banking, and rebrand certain of our retail branches into international wealth centers to serve our Premier and Jade customers.banking. In conjunction with the execution of this strategy, we had entered into definitive sale agreements with third parties to sell 90 of our retail branches along with substantially all residential mortgage, unsecured and retail business banking loans and deposits in our branch network not associated with our Premier, Jade and Private Banking customers. As a result, of entering into these sale agreements, assets and liabilities related to thethese sale agreements were transferred to held for sale during the second quarter of 2021.sale. Income before tax of this disposal group was not material during the six months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021.material.
In February 2022, we completed the sale of the branch disposal group and recognized a gain on sale of approximately $111 million, net of transaction costs. Included in the sale was approximately $2,148 million of loans, $45 million of properties and equipment, $16 million of cash, $6,919 million of deposits, $145 million of lease liabilities and $6 million of other liabilities. Certain assets under management associated with our mass market retail banking operations which are managed by an affiliate were also transferred to one of the buyers. In addition, we have rebranded 22 of our retail branches into international wealth centers and the remaining branches not sold or rebranded have been closed.
Mass market retail banking loans not included in the transaction described above were also transferred to held for sale during the second quarter ofin 2021 as we did not intend to hold these loans for the foreseeable future. Certain of theseThese loans have since been sold.sold or transferred back to held for investment. See Note 8, "Loans Held for Sale," for additional details.
Releases of the allowance for credit losses on the loans transferred to held for sale discussed above resulted in a reduction to the provision for credit losses of approximately $101 million ($100 million of which related to consumer loans) during the second quarter of 2021. See Note 7, "Allowance for Credit Losses," for additional details.

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4.    Trading Assets and Liabilities
Trading assets and liabilities consisted of the following:
June 30, 2022December 31, 2021March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
(in millions) (in millions)
Trading assets:Trading assets:Trading assets:
U.S. TreasuryU.S. Treasury$1,964 $2,337 U.S. Treasury$2,073 $1,670 
U.S. Government agency issued or guaranteedU.S. Government agency issued or guaranteed1 — 
U.S. Government sponsored enterprisesU.S. Government sponsored enterprises398 432 U.S. Government sponsored enterprises406 369 
Foreign bondsForeign bonds1,606 167 Foreign bonds1,677 6,391 
Equity securitiesEquity securities9,065 15,795 Equity securities7,761 7,855 
Precious metalsPrecious metals3,372 3,907 Precious metals4,430 3,831 
Derivatives, netDerivatives, net2,303 1,405 Derivatives, net1,211 1,614 
Total trading assetsTotal trading assets$18,708 $24,043 Total trading assets$17,559 $21,730 
Trading liabilities:Trading liabilities:Trading liabilities:
Securities sold, not yet purchasedSecurities sold, not yet purchased$907 $1,103 Securities sold, not yet purchased$984 $837 
Payables for precious metals340 46 
Derivatives, netDerivatives, net2,519 1,874 Derivatives, net1,259 1,966 
Total trading liabilitiesTotal trading liabilities$3,766 $3,023 Total trading liabilities$2,243 $2,803 
At June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, the fair value of derivatives included in trading assets is net of $3,410$2,008 million and $1,419$2,653 million, respectively, relating to amounts recognized for the obligation to return cash collateral received under master netting agreements with derivative counterparties.
At June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, the fair value of derivatives included in trading liabilities is net of $1,671$1,213 million and $1,296$1,180 million, respectively, relating to amounts recognized for the right to reclaim cash collateral paid under master netting agreements with derivative counterparties.
See Note 10, "Derivative Financial Instruments," for further information on our trading derivatives and related collateral.
Dividend income on equity securities held for trading, which is recorded in interest income in the consolidated statement of income, totaled $42$34 million and $90$48 million during the three and six months ended June 30,March 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively, compared with $38 million and $64 million during the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively. Trading security positions are held as economic hedges of derivative products issued to our clients.

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5. Securities
Our securities available-for-sale and securities held-to-maturity portfolios consisted of the following:
June 30, 2022Amortized
Cost
Allowance for Credit LossesUnrealized
Gains
Unrealized
Losses
Fair
Value
March 31, 2023March 31, 2023Amortized
Cost
Allowance for Credit LossesUnrealized
Gains
Unrealized
Losses
Fair
Value
(in millions) (in millions)
Securities available-for-sale:Securities available-for-sale:Securities available-for-sale:
U.S. TreasuryU.S. Treasury$8,791 $ $46 $(201)$8,636 U.S. Treasury$7,555 $ $36 $(214)$7,377 
U.S. Government sponsored enterprises:U.S. Government sponsored enterprises:U.S. Government sponsored enterprises:
Mortgage-backed securitiesMortgage-backed securities6,825   (747)6,078 Mortgage-backed securities6,415   (947)5,468 
Collateralized mortgage obligationsCollateralized mortgage obligations1,630   (227)1,403 Collateralized mortgage obligations1,522   (292)1,230 
Direct agency obligationsDirect agency obligations1,830  4 (45)1,789 Direct agency obligations1,751   (59)1,692 
U.S. Government agency issued or guaranteed:U.S. Government agency issued or guaranteed:U.S. Government agency issued or guaranteed:
Mortgage-backed securitiesMortgage-backed securities8,053  8 (641)7,420 Mortgage-backed securities7,415   (718)6,697 
Collateralized mortgage obligationsCollateralized mortgage obligations3,394   (376)3,018 Collateralized mortgage obligations3,094   (500)2,594 
Direct agency obligationsDirect agency obligations248  3 (4)247 Direct agency obligations220  2 (6)216 
Asset-backed securities collateralized by:Asset-backed securities collateralized by:Asset-backed securities collateralized by:
Home equityHome equity17   (1)16 Home equity15   (1)14 
OtherOther106 (2) (7)97 Other104   (11)93 
Foreign debt securities(1)
Foreign debt securities(1)
2,364  3 (9)2,358 
Foreign debt securities(1)
1,349  1 (5)1,345 
Total available-for-sale securitiesTotal available-for-sale securities$33,258 $(2)$64 $(2,258)$31,062 Total available-for-sale securities$29,440 $ $39 $(2,753)$26,726 
Securities held-to-maturity:Securities held-to-maturity:Securities held-to-maturity:
U.S. TreasuryU.S. Treasury$1,423 $ $10 $ $1,433 
U.S. Government sponsored enterprises:U.S. Government sponsored enterprises:U.S. Government sponsored enterprises:
Mortgage-backed securitiesMortgage-backed securities$903 $ $ $(26)$877 Mortgage-backed securities1,127   (67)1,060 
Collateralized mortgage obligationsCollateralized mortgage obligations521  10 (11)520 Collateralized mortgage obligations342  4 (16)330 
U.S. Government agency issued or guaranteed:U.S. Government agency issued or guaranteed:U.S. Government agency issued or guaranteed:
Mortgage-backed securitiesMortgage-backed securities937   (51)886 Mortgage-backed securities5,676  17 (141)5,552 
Collateralized mortgage obligationsCollateralized mortgage obligations2,296  2 (78)2,220 Collateralized mortgage obligations1,979   (140)1,839 
Obligations of U.S. states and political subdivisionsObligations of U.S. states and political subdivisions8    8 Obligations of U.S. states and political subdivisions4    4 
Asset-backed securities collateralized by residential mortgagesAsset-backed securities collateralized by residential mortgages1    1 Asset-backed securities collateralized by residential mortgages1    1 
Total held-to-maturity securitiesTotal held-to-maturity securities$4,666 $ $12 $(166)$4,512 Total held-to-maturity securities$10,552 $ $31 $(364)$10,219 
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December 31, 2021Amortized
Cost
Allowance for Credit LossesUnrealized
Gains
Unrealized
Losses
Fair
Value
December 31, 2022December 31, 2022Amortized
Cost
Allowance for Credit LossesUnrealized
Gains
Unrealized
Losses
Fair
Value
(in millions) (in millions)
Securities available-for-sale:Securities available-for-sale:Securities available-for-sale:
U.S. TreasuryU.S. Treasury$9,490 $— $144 $(72)$9,562 U.S. Treasury$7,662 $— $32 $(242)$7,452 
U.S. Government sponsored enterprises:U.S. Government sponsored enterprises:U.S. Government sponsored enterprises:
Mortgage-backed securitiesMortgage-backed securities7,365 — 114 (115)7,364 Mortgage-backed securities6,537 — — (1,024)5,513 
Collateralized mortgage obligationsCollateralized mortgage obligations1,787 — (48)1,747 Collateralized mortgage obligations1,549 — — (323)1,226 
Direct agency obligationsDirect agency obligations1,775 — 16 (4)1,787 Direct agency obligations1,807 — (71)1,737 
U.S. Government agency issued or guaranteed:U.S. Government agency issued or guaranteed:U.S. Government agency issued or guaranteed:
Mortgage-backed securitiesMortgage-backed securities8,489 — (66)8,430 Mortgage-backed securities7,477 — — (772)6,705 
Collateralized mortgage obligationsCollateralized mortgage obligations3,730 — (49)3,688 Collateralized mortgage obligations3,163 — — (567)2,596 
Direct agency obligationsDirect agency obligations282 — — 288 Direct agency obligations165 — (4)162 
Asset-backed securities collateralized by:Asset-backed securities collateralized by:Asset-backed securities collateralized by:
Home equityHome equity20 (1)— — 19 Home equity16 — — (1)15 
OtherOther107 — — (6)101 Other105 — — (12)93 
Foreign debt securities(1)
Foreign debt securities(1)
2,311 — (2)2,312 
Foreign debt securities(1)
1,854 — (9)1,846 
Total available-for-sale securitiesTotal available-for-sale securities$35,356 $(1)$305 $(362)$35,298 Total available-for-sale securities$30,335 $— $35 $(3,025)$27,345 
Securities held-to-maturity:Securities held-to-maturity:Securities held-to-maturity:
U.S. TreasuryU.S. Treasury$873 $— $— $(15)$858 
U.S. Government sponsored enterprises:U.S. Government sponsored enterprises:U.S. Government sponsored enterprises:
Mortgage-backed securitiesMortgage-backed securities$684 $— $21 $— $705 Mortgage-backed securities$1,146 $— $— $(80)$1,066 
Collateralized mortgage obligationsCollateralized mortgage obligations492 — 26 — 518 Collateralized mortgage obligations358 — (19)342 
U.S. Government agency issued or guaranteed:U.S. Government agency issued or guaranteed:U.S. Government agency issued or guaranteed:
Mortgage-backed securitiesMortgage-backed securities1,104 — 24 — 1,128 Mortgage-backed securities2,895 — — (177)2,718 
Collateralized mortgage obligationsCollateralized mortgage obligations2,915 — 85 (1)2,999 Collateralized mortgage obligations2,039 — — (167)1,872 
Obligations of U.S. states and political subdivisionsObligations of U.S. states and political subdivisions— — — Obligations of U.S. states and political subdivisions— — — 
Asset-backed securities collateralized by residential mortgagesAsset-backed securities collateralized by residential mortgages(1)— Asset-backed securities collateralized by residential mortgages— — — 
Total held-to-maturity securitiesTotal held-to-maturity securities$5,204 $(1)$157 $(1)$5,359 Total held-to-maturity securities$7,317 $— $$(458)$6,862 
(1)Foreign debt securities represent public sector entity, bank or corporate debt.
Securities Available-for-Sale The following provides additional information about our portfolio of securities available-for-sale:
Allowance for credit losses On a quarterly basis, we perform an assessment to determine whether there have been any events or economic circumstances to indicate that a debt security available-for-sale in an unrealized loss position has suffered impairment due to credit factors. A debt security available-for-sale is considered impaired if its fair value is less than its amortized cost basis at the reporting date. If impaired, we assess whether the impairment is due to credit factors.
If we intend to sell the debt security or if it is more-likely-than-not that we will be required to sell the debt security before the recovery of its amortized cost basis, the impairment is recognized and the unrealized loss is recorded as a direct write-down of the security's amortized cost basis with an offsetting entrycharge to earnings. If we do not intend to sell the debt security or believe we will not be required to sell the debt security before the recovery of its amortized cost basis, the impairment is assessed to determine if a credit loss component exists. We use a discounted cash flow method to determine the credit loss component. In the event a credit loss exists, an allowance for credit losses is recorded in earnings for the credit loss component of the impairment while the remaining portion of the impairment attributable to factors other than credit loss is recognized, net of tax, in other comprehensive income (loss). The amount of impairment recognized due to credit factors is limited to the excess of the amortized cost basis over the fair value of the security available-for-sale.
In determining whether a credit loss component exists, we consider a series of factors which include:
The extent to which the fair value is less than the amortized cost basis;
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The credit protection features embedded within the instrument, which includes but is not limited to credit subordination positions, payment structure, overcollateralization, protective triggers and financial guarantees provided by third parties;
Changes in the near term prospects of the issuer or the underlying collateral of a security such as changes in default rates, loss severities given default and significant changes in prepayment assumptions;
The level of excess cash flows generated from the underlying collateral supporting the principal and interest payments of the debt securities; and
Any adverse change to the credit conditions of the issuer, the monoline insurer or the security such as credit downgrades by external rating agencies or changes to internal ratings.
At June 30, 2022both March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, the allowance for credit losses on securities available-for-sale was $2 million and $1 million, respectively.nil.
Securities in an unrealized loss position for which no allowance for credit losses has been recognized The following table summarizes gross unrealized losses and related fair values for securities available-for-sale by major security type at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 20212022 classified as to the length of time the losses have existed:
One Year or LessGreater Than One Year One Year or LessGreater Than One Year
Number
of
Securities
Gross
Unrealized
Losses
Aggregate
Fair Value
of Investment
Number
of
Securities
Gross
Unrealized
Losses
Aggregate
Fair Value
of Investment
Number
of
Securities
Gross
Unrealized
Losses
Aggregate
Fair Value
of Investment
Number
of
Securities
Gross
Unrealized
Losses
Aggregate
Fair Value
of Investment
(dollars are in millions) (dollars are in millions)
At June 30, 2022
At March 31, 2023At March 31, 2023
U.S. TreasuryU.S. Treasury28 $(105)$4,456 15 $(96)$1,338 U.S. Treasury5 $(11)$724 37 $(203)$4,467 
U.S. Government sponsored enterprisesU.S. Government sponsored enterprises252 (460)5,338 55 (559)3,306 U.S. Government sponsored enterprises18 (17)687 290 (1,281)7,630 
U.S. Government agency issued or guaranteedU.S. Government agency issued or guaranteed119 (842)8,718 23 (179)1,407 U.S. Government agency issued or guaranteed35 (232)1,876 126 (992)7,517 
Asset-backed securitiesAsset-backed securities3 (1)16 3 (7)97 Asset-backed securities   6 (12)108 
Foreign debt securitiesForeign debt securities4 (4)356 2 (5)107 Foreign debt securities2  101 5 (5)362 
Securities available-for-saleSecurities available-for-sale406 $(1,412)$18,884 98 $(846)$6,255 Securities available-for-sale60 $(260)$3,388 464 $(2,493)$20,084 
At December 31, 2021
At December 31, 2022At December 31, 2022
U.S. TreasuryU.S. Treasury11 $(28)$1,784 $(44)$856 U.S. Treasury22 $(105)$2,800 19 $(137)$2,013 
U.S. Government sponsored enterprisesU.S. Government sponsored enterprises63 (155)6,224 14 (12)354 U.S. Government sponsored enterprises233 (316)3,270 79 (1,102)4,959 
U.S. Government agency issued or guaranteedU.S. Government agency issued or guaranteed59 (91)8,972 15 (24)769 U.S. Government agency issued or guaranteed107 (534)4,547 55 (809)4,856 
Asset-backed securitiesAsset-backed securities— — — (6)101 Asset-backed securities(1)14 (12)92 
Foreign debt securitiesForeign debt securities(2)1,188 — — — Foreign debt securities(1)337 (8)286 
Securities available-for-saleSecurities available-for-sale141 $(276)$18,168 41 $(86)$2,080 Securities available-for-sale369 $(957)$10,968 159 $(2,068)$12,206 
Gross unrealized losses increaseddecreased as compared with December 31, 20212022 due primarily to increasing yieldsdecreasing long-term market rates on U.S. Government agencysponsored mortgage-backed, U.S. Government sponsoredagency mortgage-backed and U.S. Treasury securities.
Although the fair value of a particular security may be below its amortized cost, it does not necessarily result in a credit loss and hence an allowance for credit losses. The decline in fair value may be caused by, among other things, higher market rates or the illiquidity of the market. We have reviewed the securities in an unrealized loss position for which no allowance for credit losses has been recognized in accordance with our accounting policies, discussed further above. At June 30, 2022,March 31, 2023, we do not consider any of these securities to be impaired due to credit factors as we expect to recover their amortized cost basis and we neither intend nor expect to be required to sell these securities prior to recovery, even if that equates to holding them until their individual maturities. However, impairments due to credit factors may occur in future periods if the credit quality of the securities deteriorates.
Securities Held-to-Maturity The following provides additional information about our portfolio of securities held-to-maturity:
Allowance for credit losses We exclude from our calculation of lifetime expected credit losses ("ECL") securities for which we expect that non-payment of the amortized cost basis will be zero ("Zero Expected Credit Loss Exception"). Due to the composition of our portfolio of securities held-to-maturity, substantially all of our portfolio qualifies for the Zero Expected Credit Loss Exception and has been excluded from our lifetime ECL calculation. At June 30, 2022both March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, the allowance for credit losses on securities held-to-maturity was nil and $1 million, respectively.nil.
At June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, none of our securities held-to-maturity were past due or in nonaccrual status.
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Credit risk profile Securities are assigned a credit rating based on the estimated probability of default. The credit ratings are used as a credit quality indicator to monitor our securities held-to-maturity portfolio. We utilize Standard and Poor's ("S&P") as
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the primary source of our credit ratings. If S&P ratings are not available, ratings by Moody's and Fitch are used in that order. Investment grade includes securities with credit ratings of at least BBB- or above. At June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, all of our securities held-to-maturity were investment grade.
Other securities gains, net  The following table summarizes realized gains and losses on investment securities transactions attributable to available-for-sale securities:
Three Months Ended June 30,Six Months Ended June 30,
2022202120222021
Three Months Ended March 31,Three Months Ended March 31,20232022
(in millions) (in millions)
Gross realized gainsGross realized gains$10 $39 $30 $88 Gross realized gains$3 $20 
Gross realized lossesGross realized losses(1)(21)(1)(41)Gross realized losses — 
Net realized gainsNet realized gains$9 $18 $29 $47 Net realized gains$3 $20 
Contractual Maturities and Yields  The following table summarizes the amortized cost and fair values of securities available-for-sale and securities held-to-maturity at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 by contractual maturity. Expected maturities differ from contractual maturities because borrowers have the right to prepay obligations without prepayment penalties in certain cases. The table below also reflects the distribution of maturities of debt securities held at June 30, 2022,March 31, 2023, together with the approximate yield of the portfolio. The yields shown are calculated by dividing annualized interest income, including the accretion of discounts and the amortization of premiums, by the amortized cost of securities outstanding at June 30, 2022.March 31, 2023.
Within
One Year
After One
But Within
Five Years
After Five
But Within
Ten Years
After Ten
Years
Within
One Year
After One
But Within
Five Years
After Five
But Within
Ten Years
After Ten
Years
AmountYieldAmountYieldAmountYieldAmountYieldAmountYieldAmountYieldAmountYieldAmountYield
(dollars are in millions) (dollars are in millions)
Available-for-sale:Available-for-sale:Available-for-sale:
U.S. TreasuryU.S. Treasury$248 2.00 %$3,815 1.48 %$1,532 1.42 %$3,196 2.49 %U.S. Treasury$— — %$3,524 1.64 %$981 1.49 %$3,050 2.61 %
U.S. Government sponsored enterprisesU.S. Government sponsored enterprises149 1.42 1,772 1.71 1,491 2.19 6,873 1.69 U.S. Government sponsored enterprises168 1.24 1,630 1.87 1,475 2.22 6,415 1.74 
U.S. Government agency issued or guaranteedU.S. Government agency issued or guaranteed71 .26 21 1.01 3.96 11,600 2.25 U.S. Government agency issued or guaranteed— — 70 3.15 7.07 10,658 2.55 
Asset-backed securitiesAsset-backed securities— — — — 106 4.14 17 1.44 Asset-backed securities— — — — 104 4.17 15 4.77 
Foreign debt securitiesForeign debt securities1,615 .31 749 .77 — — — — Foreign debt securities869 .07 480 2.97 — — — — 
Total amortized costTotal amortized cost$2,083 .59 %$6,357 1.46 %$3,132 1.88 %$21,686 2.11 %Total amortized cost$1,037 .26 %$5,704 1.83 %$2,561 2.02 %$20,138 2.30 %
Total fair valueTotal fair value$2,080 $6,244 $3,022 $19,716 Total fair value$1,033 $5,581 $2,424 $17,688 
Held-to-maturity:Held-to-maturity:Held-to-maturity:
U.S. TreasuryU.S. Treasury$— — %$254 3.85 %$1,169 3.72 %$— — %
U.S. Government sponsored enterprisesU.S. Government sponsored enterprises$17 2.81 %$97 2.39 %$609 2.83 %$701 3.37 %U.S. Government sponsored enterprises2.83 90 2.39 854 3.23 520 3.26 
U.S. Government agency issued or guaranteedU.S. Government agency issued or guaranteed— — — — 6.18 3,225 2.54 U.S. Government agency issued or guaranteed— — 5.21 7.58 7,647 3.92 
Obligations of U.S. states and political subdivisionsObligations of U.S. states and political subdivisions3.24 3.57 4.36 — — Obligations of U.S. states and political subdivisions3.46 4.21 — — — — 
Asset-backed securitiesAsset-backed securities— — — — — — 7.68 Asset-backed securities— — — — — — 7.73 
Total amortized costTotal amortized cost$21 2.89 %$99 2.43 %$619 2.88 %$3,927 2.69 %Total amortized cost$2.93 %$349 3.49 %$2,029 3.52 %$8,168 3.87 %
Total fair valueTotal fair value$21 $97 $603 $3,791 Total fair value$$348 $1,990 $7,875 
Equity Securities Equity securities that are not classified as trading and are included in other assets consisted of the following:
June 30, 2022December 31, 2021March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
(in millions) (in millions)
Equity securities carried at fair valueEquity securities carried at fair value$276 $282 Equity securities carried at fair value$266 $267 
Equity securities without readily determinable fair valuesEquity securities without readily determinable fair values15 16 Equity securities without readily determinable fair values16 15 
On a quarterly basis, we perform an assessment to determine whether any equity securities without readily determinable fair values are impaired. In the event an equity security is deemed impaired, the security is written down to fair value with
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impairment recorded in earnings. During the first quarter of 2022,2023, we determined that certain equity securities without readily determinable fair values were impaired and, as a result, we recorded an impairment loss of $3$4 million as a component of other
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income (loss) in the consolidated statement of income compared with recording an impairment loss of $3 million during the secondfirst quarter of 2021.2022.
Also included in other assets were investments in Federal Home Loan Bank ("FHLB") stock and Federal Reserve Bank stock of $107$95 million and $528$438 million, respectively, at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and $110$95 million and $558$498 million, respectively, at December 31, 2021.2022.

6. Loans
Loans consisted of the following:
June 30, 2022December 31, 2021March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
(in millions) (in millions)
Commercial loans:Commercial loans:Commercial loans:
Real estate, including constructionReal estate, including construction$8,791 $8,234 Real estate, including construction$7,930 $7,963 
Business and corporate bankingBusiness and corporate banking16,108 13,958 Business and corporate banking16,495 16,075 
Global banking(1)
Global banking(1)
12,963 11,109 
Global banking(1)
10,510 10,578 
Other commercial:Other commercial:Other commercial:
Affiliates(2)
Affiliates(2)
3,457 2,793 
Affiliates(2)
3,409 3,557 
OtherOther3,376 3,702 Other3,439 3,644 
Total other commercialTotal other commercial6,833 6,495 Total other commercial6,848 7,201 
Total commercialTotal commercial44,695 39,796 Total commercial41,783 41,817 
Consumer loans:Consumer loans:Consumer loans:
Residential mortgages(3)
Residential mortgages(3)
16,475 15,469 
Residential mortgages(3)
16,988 16,838 
Home equity mortgages(3)
Home equity mortgages(3)
351 325 
Home equity mortgages(3)
362 370 
Credit cardsCredit cards204 204 Credit cards198 213 
Other consumer(3)Other consumer(3)73 70 Other consumer(3)131 142 
Total consumerTotal consumer17,103 16,068 Total consumer17,679 17,563 
Total loansTotal loans$61,798 $55,864 Total loans$59,462 $59,380 
(1)Represents large multinational firms including globally focused U.S. corporate and financial institutions, U.S. dollar lending to multinational banking clients managed by HSBC on a global basis and complex large business clients supported by Global Banking and Markets relationship managers.
(2)See Note 14, "Related Party Transactions," for additional information regarding loans to HSBC affiliates.
(3)Consumer mortgage loans at June 30, 2022 includeIncludes certain student loans that were transferred from held for salewe have elected to held for investment duringdesignate under the second quarter of 2022.fair value option and are therefore carried at fair value, which totaled $18 million and $20 million at March 31, 2023andDecember 31, 2022, respectively. See Note 8, "Loans Held for Sale,11, "Fair Value Option," for additional information.further details.
Net deferred origination costs totaled $24$19 million and $40$14 million at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, respectively. At June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, we had a net unamortized premium (discount)discount on our loans of $(7)$8 million and $5$10 million, respectively.
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Aging Analysis of Past Due Loans  The following table summarizes the past due status of our loans at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021.2022. The aging of past due amounts is determined based on the contractual delinquency status of payments under the loan. An account is generally considered to be contractually delinquent when payments have not been made in accordance with the loan terms. Delinquency status is affected by customer account management policies and practices such as re-age, which results in the re-setting of the contractual delinquency status to current.
Past DueTotal Past Due 30 Days or More   Past DueTotal Past Due 30 Days or More  
30 - 89 Days90+ Days
Current(1)
Total Loans30 - 89 Days90+ Days
Current(1)
Total Loans
(in millions) (in millions)
At June 30, 2022
At March 31, 2023At March 31, 2023
Commercial loans:Commercial loans:Commercial loans:
Real estate, including constructionReal estate, including construction$33 $76 $109 $8,682 $8,791 Real estate, including construction$2 $42 $44 $7,886 $7,930 
Business and corporate bankingBusiness and corporate banking60 16 76 16,032 16,108 Business and corporate banking108 39 147 16,348 16,495 
Global bankingGlobal banking 3 3 12,960 12,963 Global banking28 3 31 10,479 10,510 
Other commercialOther commercial351  351 6,482 6,833 Other commercial84  84 6,764 6,848 
Total commercialTotal commercial444 95 539 44,156 44,695 Total commercial222 84 306 41,477 41,783 
Consumer loans:Consumer loans:Consumer loans:
Residential mortgages(2)
Residential mortgages(2)
151 86 237 16,238 16,475 
Residential mortgages(2)
129 113 242 16,746 16,988 
Home equity mortgages(2)
2 3 5 346 351 
Home equity mortgagesHome equity mortgages2 8 10 352 362 
Credit cardsCredit cards1 1 2 202 204 Credit cards3 3 6 192 198 
Other consumerOther consumer   73 73 Other consumer2 2 4 127 131 
Total consumerTotal consumer154 90 244 16,859 17,103 Total consumer136 126 262 17,417 17,679 
Total loansTotal loans$598 $185 $783 $61,015 $61,798 Total loans$358 $210 $568 $58,894 $59,462 
At December 31, 2021
At December 31, 2022At December 31, 2022
Commercial loans:Commercial loans:Commercial loans:
Real estate, including constructionReal estate, including construction$38 $— $38 $8,196 $8,234 Real estate, including construction$27 $$28 $7,935 $7,963 
Business and corporate bankingBusiness and corporate banking112 17 129 13,829 13,958 Business and corporate banking13 23 36 16,039 16,075 
Global bankingGlobal banking— 27 27 11,082 11,109 Global banking— 10,570 10,578 
Other commercialOther commercial47 — 47 6,448 6,495 Other commercial464 — 464 6,737 7,201 
Total commercialTotal commercial197 44 241 39,555 39,796 Total commercial504 32 536 41,281 41,817 
Consumer loans:Consumer loans:Consumer loans:
Residential mortgagesResidential mortgages138 63 201 15,268 15,469 Residential mortgages180 105 285 16,553 16,838 
Home equity mortgagesHome equity mortgages322 325 Home equity mortgages365 370 
Credit cardsCredit cards197 204 Credit cards209 213 
Other consumerOther consumer— 69 70 Other consumer139 142 
Total consumerTotal consumer146 66 212 15,856 16,068 Total consumer186 111 297 17,266 17,563 
Total loansTotal loans$343 $110 $453 $55,411 $55,864 Total loans$690 $143 $833 $58,547 $59,380 
(1)Loans less than 30 days past due are presented as current.
(2)Consumer mortgage past due loans at June 30, 2022 include certain loans that were transferred from held for sale to held for investment during the second quarter of 2022, which collectively included $50 million of consumer mortgage loans which were past due 30 days or more at the time of transfer. See Note 8, "Loans Held for Sale," for additional information.
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Nonperforming Loans  Nonperforming loans, including nonaccrual loans and accruing loans contractually 90 days or more past due, consisted of the following:
Nonaccrual LoansAccruing Loans Contractually Past Due 90 Days or MoreNonaccrual Loans With No Allowance For Credit LossesNonaccrual LoansAccruing Loans Contractually Past Due 90 Days or MoreNonaccrual Loans With No Allowance For Credit Losses
(in millions) (in millions)
At June 30, 2022
Commercial:
At March 31, 2023At March 31, 2023
Commercial loans:Commercial loans:
Real estate, including constructionReal estate, including construction$94 $ $18 Real estate, including construction$109 $ $44 
Business and corporate bankingBusiness and corporate banking122 1 64 Business and corporate banking95 1 28 
Global bankingGlobal banking92  70 Global banking54  40 
Other commercialOther commercial1  1 
Total commercialTotal commercial308 1 152 Total commercial259 1 113 
Consumer:
Residential mortgages(1)(2)(3)(4)
198  64 
Home equity mortgages(1)(2)(4)
9  5 
Credit cards 1  
Total consumer207 1 69 
Total nonperforming loans$515 $2 $221 
At December 31, 2021
Commercial:
Real estate, including construction$140 $— $20 
Business and corporate banking134 69 
Global banking105 — 63 
Total commercial379 152 
Consumer:
Consumer loans:Consumer loans:
Residential mortgages(1)(2)(3)
Residential mortgages(1)(2)(3)
229 — 55 
Residential mortgages(1)(2)(3)
219  93 
Home equity mortgages(1)(2)
Home equity mortgages(1)(2)
— 
Home equity mortgages(1)(2)
11  5 
Credit cardsCredit cards— — Credit cards 3  
Total consumerTotal consumer238 59 Total consumer230 3 98 
Total nonperforming loansTotal nonperforming loans$617 $$211 Total nonperforming loans$489 $4 $211 
At December 31, 2022At December 31, 2022
Commercial loans:Commercial loans:
Real estate, including constructionReal estate, including construction$45 $— $43 
Business and corporate bankingBusiness and corporate banking116 62 
Global bankingGlobal banking54 — 40 
Total commercialTotal commercial215 145 
Consumer loans:Consumer loans:
Residential mortgages(1)(2)(3)
Residential mortgages(1)(2)(3)
213 — 79 
Home equity mortgages(1)(2)
Home equity mortgages(1)(2)
— 
Credit cardsCredit cards— — 
Other consumerOther consumer— — 
Total consumerTotal consumer220 84 
Total nonperforming loansTotal nonperforming loans$435 $$229 
(1)At June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, nonaccrual consumer mortgage loans include $95$123 million and $86$109 million, respectively, of loans that are carried at the lower of amortized cost or fair value of the collateral less cost to sell.
(2)Nonaccrual consumer mortgage loans include all loans which are 90 or more days contractually delinquent as well as loans discharged under Chapter 7 bankruptcy and not re-affirmed and second lien loans where the first lien loan that we own or service is 90 or more days contractually delinquent.
(3)Nonaccrual consumer mortgage loans for all periods does not include guaranteed loans purchased from the Government National Mortgage Association. Repayment of these loans is predominantly insured by the Federal Housing Administration and as such, these loans have different risk characteristics from the rest of our consumer loan portfolio.
(4)Consumer mortgage nonperforming loans at June 30, 2022 include certain loans that were transferred from held for sale to held for investment during the second quarter of 2022, which collectively included $63 million of consumer mortgage nonperforming loans at the time of transfer. See Note 8, "Loans Held for Sale," for additional information.
Interest income that was recorded on nonaccrual loans and included in interest income totaled $2 million and $5$1 million during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, respectively,March 31, 2023 compared with $10 million and $25$3 million during the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively.March 31, 2022.
Collateral-Dependent Loans Loans for which the repayment is expected to be provided substantially through the operation or sale of the collateral and the borrower is experiencing financial difficulty are considered to be collateral-dependent loans. Collateral can have a significant financial effect in mitigating our exposure to credit risk.
Collateral-dependent residential mortgage loans are carried at the lower of amortized cost or fair value of the collateral less costs to sell, with any excess in the carrying amount of the loan generally charged off at the time foreclosure is initiated or when settlement is reached with the borrower, but not to exceed the end of the month in which the account becomes six months contractually delinquent. Collateral values are based on broker price opinions or appraisals which are updated at least every 180 days less estimated costs to sell. During the quarterly period between updates, real estate price trends are reviewed on a geographic basis and incorporated as necessary. At March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, we had collateral-dependent residential mortgage loans totaling $264 million and $249 million, respectively.
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geographic basis and incorporated as necessary. At June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, we had collateral-dependent residential mortgage loans totaling $238 million and $214 million, respectively.
For collateral-dependent commercial loans, the allowance for expected credit losses is individually assessed based on the fair value of the collateral. Various types of collateral are used, including real estate, inventory, equipment, accounts receivable, securities and cash, among others. For commercial real estate loans, collateral values are generally based on appraisals which are updated based on management judgment under the specific circumstances on a case-by-case basis. In situations where an appraisal is not used, borrower-specific factors such as operating results, cash flows and debt service ratios are reviewed along with relevant market data of comparable properties in order to create a 10-year cash flow model to be discounted at appropriate rates to present value. The collateral value for securities is based on their quoted market prices or broker quotes. The collateral value for other financial assets is generally based on appraisals or is estimated using a discounted cash flow analysis. Commercial loan balances are charged off at the time all or a portion of the balance is deemed uncollectible. At June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, we had collateral-dependent commercial loans totaling $246$196 million and $347$130 million, respectively.
Troubled debt restructurings ("TDR Loans") Loan Modifications TDR Loans representIn conjunction with our loss mitigation activities, we modify certain loans for which the original contractual terms have been modified to provide for terms that are less than what we would be willing to accept for new loans with comparable risk because of deterioration in the borrower'sborrowers experiencing financial condition.
difficulty. Modifications for consumer or commercial loans may include changes to one or more terms of the loan, including, but not limited to, a change in interest rate, extension of the amortization period,term, reduction in payment amount and partial forgiveness or deferment of principal, accrued interest or other loan covenants. A substantial amountAs a result of ouradopting new accounting guidance in 2023, beginning January 1, 2023, new loan modifications involveare no longer required to be evaluated to determine if they should be separately identified and accounted for as troubled debt restructurings ("TDR Loans"). See under the heading "TDR Loans prior to 2023" below for additional information.
The following disclosures provide information about loan payment modifications made to borrowers experiencing financial difficulty in the form of an interest rate reductions onreduction, principal forgiveness, a term extension or significant payment deferral, or a combination thereof. Not included are loans with short-term payment modifications (e.g., deferrals of three months or less) and other insignificant modifications, such as covenant waivers and amendments, and deferrals of financial statement and covenant compliance reporting requirements. Commercial loan payment modifications typically involve term extensions. In certain cases, the term extension is coupled with an interest rate increase which is intended to reduce the financial effect of extending the life of the loan. The effects of these interest rate increases are not included in the following disclosures. For consumer loans, payment modifications typically involve payment deferrals or interest rate reductions which lower the amount of interest income we are contractually entitled to receive in future periods. Through lowering the interest rate, and other loan term changes, we believe we are able to increase the amount of cash flow that will ultimately be collected from the loan, given the borrower's financial condition.
The following table presents information about loan payment modifications made to borrowers experiencing financial difficulty during the three months ended March 31, 2023 by type of modification, including the period-end carrying value and as a percentage of total loans:
Interest Rate ReductionPrincipal ForgivenessTerm Extension / Significant Payment Deferral
Combination(1)
Total% of Total Loans
 (dollars are in millions)
Three Months Ended March 31, 2023
Commercial loans:
Real estate, including construction$ $ $96 $ $96 1.2 %
Business and corporate banking  49 12 61 .4 
Total commercial  145 12 157 .4 
Consumer loans:
Residential mortgages(2)
   1 1 .0 
Credit cards  1  1 .5 
Total consumer  1 1 2 .0 
Total$ $ $146 $13 $159 .3 
(1)Represents loans with more than one type of payment modification during the period.
(2)During the three months ended March 31, 2023, the carrying value of consumer mortgage loans with a payment modification included $1 million of loans that were recorded at the lower of amortized cost or fair value of the collateral less cost to sell.
At March 31, 2023, additional commitments to lend to commercial borrowers who were provided with a loan payment modification during the three months ended March 31, 2023 totaled $15 million.
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The following table summarizes the financial effect of loan payment modifications made to borrowers experiencing financial difficulty during the three months ended March 31, 2023 by type of modification:
Weighted-Average Contractual Interest Rate ReductionPrincipal Forgiven
(in millions)
Weighted-Average Contractual Life Extension
(in years)
Three Months Ended March 31, 2023
Commercial loans:
Real estate, including construction %$ 0.4
Business and corporate banking 2 2.3
Consumer loans:
Residential mortgages3.0  7.6
Credit cards  0.5
The effect of most modifications made to borrowers experiencing financial difficulty is already included in the allowance for credit losses because of the methodology used to estimate lifetime ECL, which considers historical loss information including losses from modifications of loans to borrowers experiencing financial difficulty. As a result, a material change to the allowance for credit losses is generally not recorded upon modification. In instances when a loan is modified in the form of principal forgiveness, the amount of principal forgiven is deemed uncollectible and that portion of the loan balance is charged off with a corresponding reduction to the allowance for credit losses.
We closely monitor the performance of modified loans to understand the effectiveness of our loss mitigation efforts. Upon determination that a modified loan or a portion of a modified loan has subsequently been deemed uncollectible, the loan or a portion of the loan is charged off in accordance with our accounting policies with a corresponding reduction to the allowance for credit losses.
During the three months ended March 31, 2023, there were no loans to borrowers experiencing financial difficulty with a payment modification during the previous three months which subsequently became 90 days or greater contractually delinquent.
The following table presents the past due status of loans to borrowers experiencing financial difficulty with a payment modification during the previous three months at March 31, 2023:
 Past Due  
30 - 89 Days90+ Days
Current(1)
Total
 (in millions)
At March 31, 2023
Commercial loans:
Real estate, including construction$ $ $96 $96 
Business and corporate banking  61 61 
Total commercial  157 157 
Consumer loans:
Residential mortgages  1 1 
Credit cards  1 1 
Total consumer  2 2 
Total loans$ $ $159 $159 
(1)Loans less than 30 days past due are presented as current.

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TDR Loans prior to 2023 Prior to January 1, 2023,TDR Loans represented loans for which the original contractual terms were modified to provide for terms that were less than what we would have been willing to accept for new loans with comparable risk because of deterioration in the borrower's financial condition. For the comparative period prior to the adoption of the new accounting guidance, we have retained the following disclosures as previously reported.
Once a consumer loan iswas classified as a TDR Loan, it continuescontinued to be reported as such until it iswas paid off or charged-off. For commercial loans, if subsequent performance iswas in accordance with the new terms and the loan iswas upgraded, it is possible the loan willmay have no longer bebeen reported as a TDR Loan at the earliest one year after the restructuring. During the three and six months ended June 30,March 31, 2022, and 2021, there were no commercial loans that met these criteria and were removed from TDR Loan classification.
The following table summarizes our TDR Loans at June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021:2022:
June 30, 2022December 31, 2021
 (in millions)
Commercial loans:
Business and corporate banking$112 $38 
Global banking3 25 
Total commercial(1)
115 63 
Consumer loans:
Residential mortgages(2)(3)
137 125 
Home equity mortgages(2)(3)
13 
Credit cards2 
Total consumer152 137 
Total TDR Loans(4)
$267 $200 
December 31, 2022
(in millions)
Commercial loans:
Business and corporate banking$382 
Global banking
Total commercial(1)
388 
Consumer loans:
Residential mortgages(2)
136 
Home equity mortgages(2)
12 
Credit cards
Total consumer150 
Total TDR Loans(3)
$538 
(1)Additional commitments to lend to commercial borrowers whose loans have been modified in TDR Loans totaled $13$38 million at both June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021.2022.
(2)At June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021,2022, the carrying value of consumer mortgage TDR Loans includes $102included $99 million and $104 million, respectively, of loans that arewere recorded at the lower of amortized cost or fair value of the collateral less cost to sell.
(3)Consumer mortgage TDR Loans at June 30, 2022 include certain loans that were transferred from held for sale to held for investment during the second quarter of 2022, which collectively included $24 million of consumer mortgage TDR Loans at the time of transfer. See Note 8, "Loans Held for Sale," for additional information.
(4)At June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021,2022, the carrying value of TDR Loans includes $67included $122 million and $115 million, respectively, of loans which arewere classified as nonaccrual.
The following table presents information about loans which were modified during the three months ended March 31, 2022 and as a result of this action became classified as TDR Loans:
Three Months Ended March 31,2022
(in millions)
Commercial loans:
Business and corporate banking$
Total commercial
Consumer loans:
Residential mortgages
Credit cards
Total consumer
Total$11 
The weighted-average contractual rate reduction for consumer loans which became classified as TDR Loans during the three months ended March 31, 2022 was 1.09 percent. The weighted-average contractual rate reduction for commercial loans was not significant in either the number of loans or rate.
During the three months ended March 31, 2022, there were no consumer or commercial TDR Loans which were classified as TDR Loans during the previous 12 months which subsequently became 60 days or greater contractually delinquent or 90 days or greater contractually delinquent, respectively.
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The following table presents information about loans which were modified during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021 and as a result of this action became classified as TDR Loans:
Three Months Ended June 30,Six Months Ended June 30,
2022202120222021
(in millions)
Commercial loans:
Business and corporate banking$99 $— $101 $26 
Global banking —  15 
Total commercial99 — 101 41 
Consumer loans:
Residential mortgages5 16 12 32 
Home equity mortgages2 2 
Credit cards1 — 3 
Total consumer8 17 17 34 
Total$107 $17 $118 $75 
The weighted-average contractual rate reduction for consumer loans which became classified as TDR Loans during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 was 0.14 percent and 0.24 percent, respectively, compared with 2.09 percent and 2.07 percent during the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively. The weighted-average contractual rate reduction for commercial loans was not significant in either the number of loans or rate.
The following table presents consumer loans which were classified as TDR Loans during the previous 12 months which subsequently became 60 days or greater contractually delinquent during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021:
Three Months Ended June 30,Six Months Ended June 30,
2022202120222021
(in millions)
Consumer loans:
Residential mortgages$ $— $ $
Total consumer$ $— $ $
During the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021, there were no commercial TDR Loans which were classified as TDR Loans during the previous 12 months which subsequently became 90 days or greater contractually delinquent.
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Commercial Loan Credit Quality Indicators and Gross Charge-offs by Year of Origination
The following credit quality indicators are utilized to monitor our commercial loan portfolio:
Criticized loans  Criticized loan classifications presented in the table below are determined by the assignment of various criticized facility gradesrisk ratings based on the risk rating standards of our regulator. The following facility gradesrisk ratings are deemed to be criticized:
Special Mention - generally includes loans that are protected by collateral and/or the credit worthiness of the customer, but are potentially weak based upon economic or market circumstances which, if not checked or corrected, could weaken our credit position at some future date.
Substandard - includes loans that are inadequately protected by the underlying collateral and/or general credit worthiness of the customer. These loans present a distinct possibility that we will sustain some loss if the deficiencies are not corrected.
Doubtful - includes loans that have all the weaknesses exhibited by substandard loans, with the added characteristic that the weaknesses make collection or liquidation in full of the recorded loan highly improbable. However, although the possibility of loss is extremely high, certain factors exist which may strengthen the credit at some future date, and therefore the decision to charge-off the loan is deferred. Loans graded as doubtful are required to be placed in nonaccrual status.
The following table summarizes our criticized commercial loans, including a disaggregation of the loans by year of origination as of June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021:2022:
20222021202020192018PriorRevolving
Loans
Revolving Loans Converted to Term LoansTotal at Jun. 30, 202220232022202120202019PriorRevolving
Loans
Revolving Loans Converted to Term LoansTotal at Mar. 31, 2023
(in millions) (in millions)
Real estate, including construction:Real estate, including construction:Real estate, including construction:
Special mentionSpecial mention$107 $812 $59 $233 $ $229 $ $3 $1,443 Special mention$ $96 $ $69 $234 $65 $54 $3 $521 
SubstandardSubstandard  36 314 768 1,025 20 11 2,174 Substandard 1 2 51 66 1,433 19 4 1,576 
DoubtfulDoubtful   76  11   87 Doubtful     65   65 
Total real estate, including constructionTotal real estate, including construction107 812 95 623 768 1,265 20 14 3,704 Total real estate, including construction 97 2 120 300 1,563 73 7 2,162 
Business and corporate banking:Business and corporate banking:Business and corporate banking:
Special mentionSpecial mention34 43 64  29 142 230 12 554 Special mention48 1  16 1 205 319  590 
SubstandardSubstandard  9 13 13 157 538 17 747 Substandard 20 72 27 1 147 479 1 747 
DoubtfulDoubtful  17  15 1 26  59 Doubtful   8  21 35  64 
Total business and corporate bankingTotal business and corporate banking34 43 90 13 57 300 794 29 1,360 Total business and corporate banking48 21 72 51 2 373 833 1 1,401 
Global banking:Global banking:Global banking:
Special mentionSpecial mention     123 146  269 Special mention      228  228 
SubstandardSubstandard  224 17  3 254  498 Substandard 226   16 3 179  424 
DoubtfulDoubtful      23  23 Doubtful      14  14 
Total global bankingTotal global banking  224 17  126 423  790 Total global banking 226   16 3 421  666 
Other commercial:Other commercial:Other commercial:
SubstandardSubstandard     3 9  12 Substandard     1   1 
DoubtfulDoubtful 7       7 
Total other commercialTotal other commercial     3 9  12 Total other commercial 7    1   8 
Total commercial:Total commercial:Total commercial:
Special mentionSpecial mention141 855 123 233 29 494 376 15 2,266 Special mention48 97  85 235 270 601 3 1,339 
SubstandardSubstandard  269 344 781 1,188 821 28 3,431 Substandard 247 74 78 83 1,584 677 5 2,748 
DoubtfulDoubtful  17 76 15 12 49  169 Doubtful 7  8  86 49  150 
Total commercialTotal commercial$141 $855 $409 $653 $825 $1,694 $1,246 $43 $5,866 Total commercial$48 $351 $74 $171 $318 $1,940 $1,327 $8 $4,237 
    
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20212020201920182017PriorRevolving
Loans
Revolving Loans Converted to Term LoansTotal at Dec. 31, 202120222021202020192018PriorRevolving
Loans
Revolving Loans Converted to Term LoansTotal at Dec. 31, 2022
(in millions) (in millions)
Real estate, including construction:Real estate, including construction:Real estate, including construction:
Special mentionSpecial mention$— $— $350 $487 $90 $259 $— $— $1,186 Special mention$204 $— $22 $212 $27 $19 $63 $$550 
SubstandardSubstandard— 272 263 308 461 20 11 1,336 Substandard— 48 64 677 891 19 — 1,700 
Doubtful— — 80 — 53 — — 135 
Total real estate, including constructionTotal real estate, including construction— 702 752 398 773 20 11 2,657 Total real estate, including construction205 — 70 276 704 910 82 2,250 
Business and corporate banking:Business and corporate banking:Business and corporate banking:
Special mentionSpecial mention— 91 60 26 274 173 — 625 Special mention— 16 34 116 182 — 350 
SubstandardSubstandard— 18 36 226 424 724 Substandard43 26 10 138 548 770 
DoubtfulDoubtful— — — 20 — 28 16 — 64 Doubtful— — — 15 — 24 52 
Total business and corporate bankingTotal business and corporate banking— 19 127 89 29 528 613 1,413 Total business and corporate banking43 51 59 254 754 1,172 
Global banking:Global banking:Global banking:
Special mentionSpecial mention— — — — 47 — 63 Special mention— — — — — 182 — 190 
SubstandardSubstandard— — — — — 54 232 — 286 Substandard232 — — 16 — 186 — 436 
DoubtfulDoubtful— — — — — — 31 — 31 Doubtful— — — — — — 15 — 15 
Total global bankingTotal global banking— — — — 62 310 — 380 Total global banking232 — — 16 — 10 383 — 641 
Other commercial:Other commercial:Other commercial:
Special mention— — — — — — — 
SubstandardSubstandard— — — — — — 40 — 40 Substandard— — — — — — — 
DoubtfulDoubtful31 — — — — — — 38 
Total other commercialTotal other commercial— — — — — 40 — 47 Total other commercial31 — — — — — 14 — 45 
Total commercial:Total commercial:Total commercial:
Special mentionSpecial mention441 547 116 548 220 — 1,881 Special mention205 — 38 213 61 143 427 1,090 
SubstandardSubstandard— 19 308 272 311 741 716 19 2,386 Substandard236 43 74 81 687 1,031 760 2,913 
DoubtfulDoubtful— — 80 22 — 81 47 — 230 Doubtful31 — — 15 — 46 105 
Total commercialTotal commercial$$20 $829 $841 $427 $1,370 $983 $19 $4,497 Total commercial$472 $43 $121 $294 $763 $1,174 $1,233 $$4,108 
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Nonperforming  The following table summarizes the nonperforming status of our commercial loan portfolio, including a disaggregation of the loans by year of origination as of June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021:2022:
20222021202020192018PriorRevolving
Loans
Revolving Loans Converted to Term LoansTotal at Jun. 30, 202220232022202120202019PriorRevolving
Loans
Revolving Loans Converted to Term LoansTotal at Mar. 31, 2023
(in millions) (in millions)
Real estate, including construction:Real estate, including construction:Real estate, including construction:
Performing loansPerforming loans$1,126 $1,085 $623 $2,103 $1,912 $1,789 $44 $15 $8,697 Performing loans$ $1,328 $992 $523 $1,646 $3,288 $41 $3 $7,821 
Nonaccrual loansNonaccrual loans   76 2 16   94 Nonaccrual loans    42 67   109 
Total real estate, including constructionTotal real estate, including construction1,126 1,085 623 2,179 1,914 1,805 44 15 8,791 Total real estate, including construction 1,328 992 523 1,688 3,355 41 3 7,930 
Business and corporate banking:Business and corporate banking:Business and corporate banking:
Performing loansPerforming loans484 1,270 557 657 214 4,742 7,810 251 15,985 Performing loans354 1,050 871 350 717 5,168 7,646 243 16,399 
Nonaccrual loansNonaccrual loans  17  19 47 39  122 Nonaccrual loans 17  14  45 19  95 
Accruing loans contractually past due 90 days or moreAccruing loans contractually past due 90 days or more      1  1 Accruing loans contractually past due 90 days or more      1  1 
Total business and corporate bankingTotal business and corporate banking484 1,270 574 657 233 4,789 7,850 251 16,108 Total business and corporate banking354 1,067 871 364 717 5,213 7,666 243 16,495 
Global banking:Global banking:Global banking:
Performing loansPerforming loans2,390 553 566 178 114 4,526 4,544  12,871 Performing loans519 1,734 506 170 224 4,205 3,098  10,456 
Nonaccrual loansNonaccrual loans     35 57  92 Nonaccrual loans 8    28 18  54 
Total global bankingTotal global banking2,390 553 566 178 114 4,561 4,601  12,963 Total global banking519 1,742 506 170 224 4,233 3,116  10,510 
Other commercial:Other commercial:Other commercial:
Performing loansPerforming loans68 158 597 415 178 1,047 4,370  6,833 Performing loans12 289 322 606 419 1,335 3,864  6,847 
Nonaccrual loansNonaccrual loans     1   1 
Total other commercialTotal other commercial68 158 597 415 178 1,047 4,370  6,833 Total other commercial12 289 322 606 419 1,336 3,864  6,848 
Total commercial:Total commercial:Total commercial:
Performing loansPerforming loans4,068 3,066 2,343 3,353 2,418 12,104 16,768 266 44,386 Performing loans885 4,401 2,691 1,649 3,006 13,996 14,649 246 41,523 
Nonaccrual loansNonaccrual loans  17 76 21 98 96  308 Nonaccrual loans 25  14 42 141 37  259 
Accruing loans contractually past due 90 days or moreAccruing loans contractually past due 90 days or more      1  1 Accruing loans contractually past due 90 days or more      1  1 
Total commercialTotal commercial$4,068 $3,066 $2,360 $3,429 $2,439 $12,202 $16,865 $266 $44,695 Total commercial$885 $4,426 $2,691 $1,663 $3,048 $14,137 $14,687 $246 $41,783 
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20212020201920182017PriorRevolving
Loans
Revolving Loans Converted to Term LoansTotal at Dec. 31, 202120222021202020192018PriorRevolving
Loans
Revolving Loans Converted to Term LoansTotal at Dec. 31, 2022
(in millions) (in millions)
Real estate, including construction:Real estate, including construction:Real estate, including construction:
Performing loansPerforming loans$969 $651 $2,436 $2,076 $593 $1,307 $46 $16 $8,094 Performing loans$1,315 $854 $520 $1,671 $1,803 $1,710 $42 $$7,918 
Nonaccrual loansNonaccrual loans— 80 40 — 18 — — 140 Nonaccrual loans— — — 43 — — — 45 
Total real estate, including constructionTotal real estate, including construction969 653 2,516 2,116 593 1,325 46 16 8,234 Total real estate, including construction1,315 854 520 1,714 1,803 1,712 42 7,963 
Business and corporate banking:Business and corporate banking:Business and corporate banking:
Performing loansPerforming loans1,630 709 594 190 187 4,756 5,540 217 13,823 Performing loans1,107 828 443 815 292 4,995 7,275 203 15,958 
Nonaccrual loansNonaccrual loans— 14 30 51 34 — 134 Nonaccrual loans— 32 — 16 24 31 116 
Accruing loans contractually past due 90 days or moreAccruing loans contractually past due 90 days or more— — — — — — — Accruing loans contractually past due 90 days or more— — — — — — — 
Total business and corporate bankingTotal business and corporate banking1,630 713 608 220 238 4,757 5,575 217 13,958 Total business and corporate banking1,116 828 475 815 308 5,019 7,307 207 16,075 
Global banking:Global banking:Global banking:
Performing loansPerforming loans547 540 203 80 243 4,580 4,811 — 11,004 Performing loans2,026 449 212 177 114 4,122 3,424 — 10,524 
Nonaccrual loansNonaccrual loans— — — — — 40 65 — 105 Nonaccrual loans— — — — 30 16 — 54 
Total global bankingTotal global banking547 540 203 80 243 4,620 4,876 — 11,109 Total global banking2,034 449 212 177 114 4,152 3,440 — 10,578 
Other commercial:Other commercial:Other commercial:
Performing loansPerforming loans589 552 451 174 110 1,045 3,574 — 6,495 Performing loans283 354 607 403 86 1,114 4,354 — 7,201 
Total other commercialTotal other commercial589 552 451 174 110 1,045 3,574 — 6,495 Total other commercial283 354 607 403 86 1,114 4,354 — 7,201 
Total commercial:Total commercial:Total commercial:
Performing loansPerforming loans3,735 2,452 3,684 2,520 1,133 11,688 13,971 233 39,416 Performing loans4,731 2,485 1,782 3,066 2,295 11,941 15,095 206 41,601 
Nonaccrual loansNonaccrual loans— 94 70 51 59 99 — 379 Nonaccrual loans17 — 32 43 16 56 47 215 
Accruing loans contractually past due 90 days or moreAccruing loans contractually past due 90 days or more— — — — — — — Accruing loans contractually past due 90 days or more— — — — — — — 
Total commercialTotal commercial$3,735 $2,458 $3,778 $2,590 $1,184 $11,747 $14,071 $233 $39,796 Total commercial$4,748 $2,485 $1,814 $3,109 $2,311 $11,997 $15,143 $210 $41,817 
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Credit risk profile  Commercial loans are assigned a credit rating based on the estimated probability of default. Investment grade includes loans with credit ratings of at least BBB- or above or the equivalent based on our internal credit rating system. The following table summarizes the credit risk profile of our commercial loan portfolio, including a disaggregation of the loans by year of origination as of June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021:2022:
20222021202020192018PriorRevolving
Loans
Revolving Loans Converted to Term LoansTotal at Jun. 30, 202220232022202120202019PriorRevolving
Loans
Revolving Loans Converted to Term LoansTotal at Mar. 31, 2023
(in millions) (in millions)
Real estate, including construction:Real estate, including construction:Real estate, including construction:
Investment gradeInvestment grade$73 $45 $310 $496 $719 $343 $12 $ $1,998 Investment grade$ $82 $26 $234 $182 $1,107 $ $ $1,631 
Non-investment gradeNon-investment grade1,053 1,040 313 1,683 1,195 1,462 32 15 6,793 Non-investment grade 1,246 966 289 1,506 2,248 41 3 6,299 
Total real estate, including constructionTotal real estate, including construction1,126 1,085 623 2,179 1,914 1,805 44 15 8,791 Total real estate, including construction 1,328 992 523 1,688 3,355 41 3 7,930 
Business and corporate banking:Business and corporate banking:Business and corporate banking:
Investment gradeInvestment grade263 724 302 352 37 2,391 3,849 54 7,972 Investment grade306 358 472 68 403 2,754 3,649 25 8,035 
Non-investment gradeNon-investment grade221 546 272 305 196 2,398 4,001 197 8,136 Non-investment grade48 709 399 296 314 2,459 4,017 218 8,460 
Total business and corporate bankingTotal business and corporate banking484 1,270 574 657 233 4,789 7,850 251 16,108 Total business and corporate banking354 1,067 871 364 717 5,213 7,666 243 16,495 
Global banking:Global banking:Global banking:
Investment gradeInvestment grade2,165 547 340 150 85 3,455 3,968  10,710 Investment grade404 1,564 500 170 194 3,224 2,610  8,666 
Non-investment gradeNon-investment grade225 6 226 28 29 1,106 633  2,253 Non-investment grade115 178 6  30 1,009 506  1,844 
Total global bankingTotal global banking2,390 553 566 178 114 4,561 4,601  12,963 Total global banking519 1,742 506 170 224 4,233 3,116  10,510 
Other commercial:Other commercial:Other commercial:
Investment gradeInvestment grade60 105 498 115 172 861 4,210  6,021 Investment grade12 268 78 520 76 1,133 3,689  5,776 
Non-investment gradeNon-investment grade8 53 99 300 6 186 160  812 Non-investment grade 21 244 86 343 203 175  1,072 
Total other commercialTotal other commercial68 158 597 415 178 1,047 4,370  6,833 Total other commercial12 289 322 606 419 1,336 3,864  6,848 
Total commercial:Total commercial:Total commercial:
Investment gradeInvestment grade2,561 1,421 1,450 1,113 1,013 7,050 12,039 54 26,701 Investment grade722 2,272 1,076 992 855 8,218 9,948 25 24,108 
Non-investment gradeNon-investment grade1,507 1,645 910 2,316 1,426 5,152 4,826 212 17,994 Non-investment grade163 2,154 1,615 671 2,193 5,919 4,739 221 17,675 
Total commercialTotal commercial$4,068 $3,066 $2,360 $3,429 $2,439 $12,202 $16,865 $266 $44,695 Total commercial$885 $4,426 $2,691 $1,663 $3,048 $14,137 $14,687 $246 $41,783 
20212020201920182017PriorRevolving
Loans
Revolving Loans Converted to Term LoansTotal at Dec. 31, 202120222021202020192018PriorRevolving
Loans
Revolving Loans Converted to Term LoansTotal at Dec. 31, 2022
(in millions) (in millions)
Real estate, including construction:Real estate, including construction:Real estate, including construction:
Investment gradeInvestment grade$$361 $491 $772 $57 $248 $12 $— $1,942 Investment grade$80 $45 $305 $178 $783 $278 $— $— $1,669 
Non-investment gradeNon-investment grade968 292 2,025 1,344 536 1,077 34 16 6,292 Non-investment grade1,235 809 215 1,536 1,020 1,434 42 6,294 
Total real estate, including constructionTotal real estate, including construction969 653 2,516 2,116 593 1,325 46 16 8,234 Total real estate, including construction1,315 854 520 1,714 1,803 1,712 42 7,963 
Business and corporate banking:Business and corporate banking:Business and corporate banking:
Investment gradeInvestment grade881 254 240 52 43 2,122 2,498 55 6,145 Investment grade491 484 122 444 71 2,758 3,657 21 8,048 
Non-investment gradeNon-investment grade749 459 368 168 195 2,635 3,077 162 7,813 Non-investment grade625 344 353 371 237 2,261 3,650 186 8,027 
Total business and corporate bankingTotal business and corporate banking1,630 713 608 220 238 4,757 5,575 217 13,958 Total business and corporate banking1,116 828 475 815 308 5,019 7,307 207 16,075 
Global banking:Global banking:Global banking:
Investment gradeInvestment grade530 539 189 64 235 3,910 4,240 — 9,707 Investment grade1,814 449 212 146 84 2,911 3,006 — 8,622 
Non-investment gradeNon-investment grade17 14 16 710 636 — 1,402 Non-investment grade220 — — 31 30 1,241 434 — 1,956 
Total global bankingTotal global banking547 540 203 80 243 4,620 4,876 — 11,109 Total global banking2,034 449 212 177 114 4,152 3,440 — 10,578 
Other commercial:Other commercial:Other commercial:
Investment gradeInvestment grade120 442 153 174 69 943 3,527 — 5,428 Investment grade267 77 518 81 74 935 4,110 — 6,062 
Non-investment gradeNon-investment grade469 110 298 — 41 102 47 — 1,067 Non-investment grade16 277 89 322 12 179 244 — 1,139 
Total other commercialTotal other commercial589 552 451 174 110 1,045 3,574 — 6,495 Total other commercial283 354 607 403 86 1,114 4,354 — 7,201 
Total commercial:Total commercial:Total commercial:
Investment gradeInvestment grade1,532 1,596 1,073 1,062 404 7,223 10,277 55 23,222 Investment grade2,652 1,055 1,157 849 1,012 6,882 10,773 21 24,401 
Non-investment gradeNon-investment grade2,203 862 2,705 1,528 780 4,524 3,794 178 16,574 Non-investment grade2,096 1,430 657 2,260 1,299 5,115 4,370 189 17,416 
Total commercialTotal commercial$3,735 $2,458 $3,778 $2,590 $1,184 $11,747 $14,071 $233 $39,796 Total commercial$4,748 $2,485 $1,814 $3,109 $2,311 $11,997 $15,143 $210 $41,817 


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Gross Charge-offs  The following table summarizes gross charge-off dollars in our commercial loan portfolio, disaggregated by year of origination, during the three months ended March 31, 2023:
20232022202120202019PriorRevolving
Loans
Revolving Loans Converted to Term LoansTotal
 (in millions)
Business and corporate banking$ $ $ $ $ $2 $3 $ $5 
Total commercial$ $ $ $ $ $2 $3 $ $5 
Consumer Loan Credit Quality Indicators and Gross Charge-offs by Year of Origination
The following credit quality indicators are utilized to monitor our consumer loan portfolio:
Delinquency  The following table summarizes dollars of two-months-and-over contractual delinquency for our consumer loan portfolio, including a disaggregation of the loans by year of origination as of June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021:2022:
20222021202020192018PriorRevolving
Loans
Total at Jun. 30, 202220232022202120202019PriorRevolving
Loans
Total at Mar. 31, 2023
(in millions) (in millions)
Residential mortgages(1)(2)
Residential mortgages(1)(2)
$ $1 $3 $9 $3 $94 $ $110 
Residential mortgages(1)(2)
$ $13 $4 $8 $8 $105 $ $138 
Home equity mortgages(1)(2)
Home equity mortgages(1)(2)
     3  3 
Home equity mortgages(1)(2)
 5    3  8 
Credit cardsCredit cards      2 2 Credit cards      4 4 
Other consumerOther consumer     1 1 2 
Total consumerTotal consumer$ $1 $3 $9 $3 $97 $2 $115 Total consumer$ $18 $4 $8 $8 $109 $5 $152 
20212020201920182017PriorRevolving
Loans
Total at Dec. 31, 202120222021202020192018PriorRevolving
Loans
Total at Dec. 31, 2022
(in millions) (in millions)
Residential mortgages(1)(2)
Residential mortgages(1)(2)
$$$11 $13 $$64 $— $103 
Residential mortgages(1)(2)
$$$$16 $10 $97 $— $141 
Home equity mortgages(1)(2)
Home equity mortgages(1)(2)
— — — — — — 
Home equity mortgages(1)(2)
— — — — — — 
Credit cardsCredit cards— — — — — — Credit cards— — — — — — 
Other consumerOther consumer— — — — — 
Total consumerTotal consumer$$$11 $13 $$65 $$107 Total consumer$$$$16 $10 $102 $$150 
(1)At June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, consumer mortgage loan delinquency includes $46$63 million and $24$60 million, respectively, of loans that are carried at the lower of amortized cost or fair value of the collateral less cost to sell.
(2)At June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, consumer mortgage loans include $10$27 million and $87$21 million, respectively, of loans that were in the process of foreclosure.
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Nonperforming The following table summarizes the nonperforming status of our consumer loan portfolio, including a disaggregation of the loans by year of origination as of June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021:2022:
20222021202020192018PriorRevolving
Loans
Total at Jun. 30, 202220232022202120202019PriorRevolving
Loans
Total at Mar. 31, 2023
(in millions) (in millions)
Residential mortgages:Residential mortgages:Residential mortgages:
Performing loansPerforming loans$1,883 $4,372 $3,050 $1,348 $772 $4,852 $ $16,277 Performing loans$433 $2,825 $4,232 $2,897 $1,284 $5,098 $ $16,769 
Nonaccrual loansNonaccrual loans 4 9 17 15 153  198 Nonaccrual loans 10 12 15 16 166  219 
Total residential mortgagesTotal residential mortgages1,883 4,376 3,059 1,365 787 5,005  16,475 Total residential mortgages433 2,835 4,244 2,912 1,300 5,264  16,988 
Home equity mortgages:Home equity mortgages:Home equity mortgages:
Performing loansPerforming loans19 16 34 32 18 223  342 Performing loans16 64 12 23 28 208  351 
Nonaccrual loansNonaccrual loans     9  9 Nonaccrual loans 5    6  11 
Total home equity mortgagesTotal home equity mortgages19 16 34 32 18 232  351 Total home equity mortgages16 69 12 23 28 214  362 
Credit cards:Credit cards:Credit cards:
Performing loansPerforming loans      203 203 Performing loans      195 195 
Accruing loans contractually past due 90 days or moreAccruing loans contractually past due 90 days or more      1 1 Accruing loans contractually past due 90 days or more      3 3 
Total credit cardsTotal credit cards      204 204 Total credit cards      198 198 
Other consumer:Other consumer:Other consumer:
Performing loansPerforming loans5 6 7 5 2 44 4 73 Performing loans5 13 7 7 4 85 10 131 
Total other consumerTotal other consumer5 6 7 5 2 44 4 73 Total other consumer5 13 7 7 4 85 10 131 
Total consumer:Total consumer:Total consumer:
Performing loansPerforming loans1,907 4,394 3,091 1,385 792 5,119 207 16,895 Performing loans454 2,902 4,251 2,927 1,316 5,391 205 17,446 
Nonaccrual loansNonaccrual loans 4 9 17 15 162  207 Nonaccrual loans 15 12 15 16 172  230 
Accruing loans contractually past due 90 days or moreAccruing loans contractually past due 90 days or more      1 1 Accruing loans contractually past due 90 days or more      3 3 
Total consumerTotal consumer$1,907 $4,398 $3,100 $1,402 $807 $5,281 $208 $17,103 Total consumer$454 $2,917 $4,263 $2,942 $1,332 $5,563 $208 $17,679 
20222021202020192018PriorRevolving
Loans
Total at Dec. 31, 2022
 (in millions)
Residential mortgages:
Performing loans$2,885 $4,272 $2,936 $1,300 $729 $4,503 $— $16,625 
Nonaccrual loans13 23 22 145 — 213 
Total residential mortgages2,887 4,280 2,949 1,323 751 4,648 — 16,838 
Home equity mortgages:
Performing loans74 12 24 32 13 208 — 363 
Nonaccrual loans— — — — — — 
Total home equity mortgages74 12 24 32 13 215 — 370 
Credit cards:
Performing loans— — — — — — 211 211 
Accruing loans contractually past due 90 days or more— — — — — — 
Total credit cards— — — — — — 213 213 
Other consumer:
Performing loans14 10 — 91 11 141 
Accruing loans contractually past due 90 days or more— — — — — — 
Total other consumer14 10 — 91 12 142 
Total consumer:
Performing loans2,973 4,294 2,969 1,338 742 4,802 222 17,340 
Nonaccrual loans13 23 22 152 — 220 
Accruing loans contractually past due 90 days or more— — — — — — 
Total consumer$2,975 $4,302 $2,982 $1,361 $764 $4,954 $225 $17,563 
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Loans
Total at Dec. 31, 2021
 (in millions)
Residential mortgages:
Performing loans$4,496 $3,296 $1,481 $851 $955 $4,161 $— $15,240 
Nonaccrual loans15 21 14 168 — 229 
Total residential mortgages4,498 3,305 1,496 872 969 4,329 — 15,469 
Home equity mortgages:
Performing loans15 30 30 18 17 206 — 316 
Nonaccrual loans— — — — — — 
Total home equity mortgages15 30 30 18 17 215 — 325 
Credit cards:
Performing loans— — — — — — 202 202 
Accruing loans contractually past due 90 days or more— — — — — — 
Total credit cards— — — — — — 204 204 
Other consumer:
Performing loans45 70 
Total other consumer45 70 
Total consumer:
Performing loans4,519 3,334 1,516 870 973 4,412 204 15,828 
Nonaccrual loans15 21 14 177 — 238 
Accruing loans contractually past due 90 days or more— — — — — — 
Total consumer$4,521 $3,343 $1,531 $891 $987 $4,589 $206 $16,068 
Troubled debt restructuringsGross Charge-offs  The following table summarizes TDR Loansgross charge-off dollars in our consumer loan portfolio, including a disaggregation of the loansdisaggregated by year of origination, as of June 30, 2022 and Decemberduring the three months ended March 31, 2021:2023:
20222021202020192018PriorRevolving
Loans
Total at Jun. 30, 2022
 (in millions)
Residential mortgages$ $ $1 $8 $3 $125 $ $137 
Home equity mortgages     13  13 
Credit cards      2 2 
Total consumer$ $ $1 $8 $3 $138 $2 $152 
20212020201920182017PriorRevolving
Loans
Total at Dec. 31, 202120232022202120202019PriorRevolving
Loans
Total
(in millions) (in millions)
Residential mortgagesResidential mortgages$— $$$$— $118 $— $125 Residential mortgages$ $ $ $ $ $3 $ $3 
Home equity mortgagesHome equity mortgages— — — — — — Home equity mortgages     1  1 
Credit cardsCredit cards— — — — — — Credit cards      2 2 
Total consumerTotal consumer$— $$$$— $127 $$137 Total consumer$ $ $ $ $ $4 $2 $6 
Concentration of Credit Risk  At June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, our loan portfolios included interest-only residential mortgage and home equity mortgage loans totaling $3,992$4,101 million and $3,739$4,063 million, respectively. An interest-only residential mortgage loan allows a customer to pay the interest-only portion of the monthly payment for a period of time which results in lower payments during the initial loan period. However, subsequent events affecting a customer's financial position could affect the ability of customers to repay the loan in the future when the principal payments are required which increases the credit risk of this loan type.

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7.    Allowance for Credit Losses
We utilize a minimum of 4four forward-looking economic scenarios to calculate lifetime ECL when estimating the allowance for credit losses for in scope financial assets and the liability for off-balance sheet credit exposures. Three of the scenarios are termed the "Consensus Economic Scenarios" and representwhich include a 'most likely outcome' (the "Central scenario") and two less likely 'outer' scenarios, referred to as the "Upside scenario" and the "Downside scenario".scenario." The fourth scenario, referred to as the "Alternative Downside scenario",scenario," is designed to consider severe downside risks with more extreme economic outcomes than those captured by the Consensus Economic Scenarios.outcomes. Each scenario is assigned a weighting deemed appropriate for the estimation of lifetime ECL, with the majority of the weighting typically placed on the Central scenario. At management's discretion, changes may be made to the weighting assigned to the four scenarios or additional scenarios may be included in order to consider current economic conditions.
Updates to Economic Scenarios and Other Changes During the SixThree Months Ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 During the first quarter of 2022, in addition to the continued economic uncertainty caused by the coronavirus ("COVID-19") pandemic, the impact of the Russia-Ukraine war created further uncertainty2023, uncertainties about the future economic environment. As a result, in addition to updatingenvironment remained elevated, especially around inflation, interest rates and slowing economic growth. We updated our three Consensus Economic Scenarios and our Alternative Downside scenario, we developed and utilized a fifth scenario for estimating lifetime ECL at March 31, 2022, referred to as the "Alternative Downside 2 scenario" to reflect the possibility that the Russia-Ukraine war could last for a prolonged period. Each of the 5 scenarios were assigned weightings with the majority of the weighting placed on the Central scenario, the second most weighting placed on the Alternative Downside 2 scenario, lower equal weights placed on the Downside and Alternative Downside scenarios, and the lowest weighting placed on the Upside scenario. This weighting was deemed appropriate for the estimation of lifetime ECL at that time.
During the second quarter of 2022, the impacts of the Russia-Ukraine war and the COVID-19 pandemic on general economic conditions, especially inflation, energy prices and interest rates, continued to create uncertainty about the future economic environment. As a result, we updated our economic scenariosScenario to reflect management's current view of forecasted economic conditions and utilized the fivefour updated scenarios for estimating lifetime ECL at June 30, 2022.March 31, 2023. Each of the 5four scenarios were assigned weightings with the majority of the weighting placed on the Central scenario, the second most weighting placed on the Downside scenario and lower equal weights placed on the Alternative Downside and Alternative Downside 2 scenarios, and the lowest weighting placed on the Upside scenario.scenarios. This weighting was deemed appropriate for the estimation of lifetime ECL under current conditions. The following discussion summarizes the Central, Upside, Downside Alternative Downside and Alternative Downside 2 scenarios at June 30, 2022.March 31, 2023. The economic assumptions described in this section have been formed specifically for the purpose of calculating ECL.
In the Central scenario, U.S. Gross Domestic Product ("GDP") grows modestlygrowth slows in 2022,2023, under the assumption that prevailing economic activities remain stable while impacts from newly emerging risks, including those from high inflation subside under appropriate monetary policy actions.and interest rates, impact consumer spending. With modest economic growth, the unemployment rate upticks, but remains low,near historic lows, while slowing demand for housing, combined with limited supply, continues to drivehigher interest rates, cause residential housing prices forward, and commercial real estate prices also continue to appreciate.retreat. In the financial markets, growth in financial asset prices remains moderate,modest, the Federal Reserve Board ("FRB") continues to tackle inflation by raising its policy rate, and the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield remains elevated.
In the Upside scenario, the economy is assumed to grow at a faster pace than in the Central scenario.scenario as inflation wanes. As a result, the unemployment rate falls fasterlower than in the Central scenario and both commercialresidential and residentialcommercial real estate prices grow at faster ratesdecelerate more modestly than in the Central scenario. In this scenario, the equity price index climbs with strong momentum and overall optimism fueled by easing inflation allows the FRB to raisenormalize its policy rate slightly faster than currently anticipated, which, consequently drivescombined with lower inflation expectations, drive the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield to a level that is higher than in the Central scenario.lower.
In the Downside scenario, inflation becomes entrenched and the economy enters into a recession, with the unemployment rate reversing its downward trend and remaining at a higher level. Thelevel, while residential housing market slowly loses its momentumand commercial real estate prices undergo sharp correction due to weakness in the labor market and the commercial real estate market suffers a heavier deceleration than the residential housing market.rising inflation. In this scenario, the FRB initially tightens aggressively to tackle inflation and the equity price index goes through a moderate pricesubstantial correction bythrough the middleend of 2023 driven by an overall erosion of consumer and business sentiments, which alsoeventually results in a lower 10-year U.S. Treasury yieldinterest rates than in the Central scenario, and the federal funds rate remains at the lowest level for the next two years.scenario.
In the Alternative Downside scenario, the Russia-Ukraine war becomes a protracted conflictworsens significantly and persistent inflationary pressures accompanied by higher interest rates lead the U.S. economy into a deep recession in late 2022,early 2023, followed by a very anemic
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recovery starting in earlylate 2024. An extended period of economic contraction keeps the unemployment rate at an elevated level, which pressures residential housing prices to depreciate substantially, while at the same time, contracting corporate activities and rising unemployment pushes the commercial real estate market into a downturn. In this scenario, financial markets experience a major sell-off and volatility in the financial markets remains extremely high over the next year, widening corporate credit spreads substantially, and flight to safe haven assets pushes the 10-year U.S. Treasury yield lower.
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In the Alternative Downside 2 scenario, the FRB is unable to tame inflation using appropriate monetary policy actions and high inflationary pressures lead to a period of economic stagnation. In this scenario, the Russia-Ukraine war intensifies, putting upward pressure on inflation. The FRB aims to tackle inflation and embarks on a more aggressive rate hiking cycle, which eventually proves futile and exacerbates the economic situation. Unemployment reverses its downward trend and starts to accelerate in early 2024 while corrections in risky asset prices lead to a flight to quality in global asset markets.
The following table presents the forecasted key macroeconomic variables in our Central scenarios used for estimating lifetime ECL at June 30, 2022, March 31, 20222023 and December 31, 2021:2022:
For the Quarter Ended
December 31, 2022June 30, 2023December 31, 2023
Unemployment rate (quarterly average):
Forecast at June 30, 20223.5 %3.5 %3.5 %
Forecast at March 31, 20223.6 3.5 3.6 
Forecast at December 31, 20214.0 3.8 3.7 
GDP growth rate (year-over-year):
Forecast at June 30, 20221.5 1.8 2.0 
Forecast at March 31, 20222.8 2.6 2.4 
Forecast at December 31, 20212.8 2.3 2.5 
For the Quarter Ended
June 30, 2023December 31, 2023June 30, 2024December 31, 2024
Unemployment rate (quarterly average):
Forecast at March 31, 20234.0 %4.3 %4.6 %4.5 %
Forecast at December 31, 20224.2 4.5 4.5 4.4 
GDP growth rate (year-over-year):
Forecast at March 31, 20231.2 0.0 1.0 1.7 
Forecast at December 31, 20220.4 0.3 1.4 1.9 
In addition to the updates to the economic scenarios, we increased the management judgment allowance on our commercial loan portfolio for risk factors associated with large loan exposures and higher risk industry exposures supply chain disruptions and energy price uncertainty that are not fully captured in the models. We also increased the management judgment allowance on our consumer loan portfolio for risk factors primarily associated with economic uncertainty, including inflation,a change in New York State foreclosure law that are not fully captured in the models.
While we believe that the assumptions used in our credit loss models are reasonable within the parameters for which the models have been built and calibrated to operate, the severe projections of macro-economic variables during the COVID-19 pandemichigh inflation and subsequent recovery represent eventsrising interest rates have resulted in a macroeconomic environment that is outside the parameters for which the models have been built. As a result, adjustments to model outputs to reflect consideration of management judgment are used with stringent governance in place to ensure an appropriate lifetime ECL estimate.
The impacts of higherhigh inflation, rising energy prices and increasing interest rates as well as the continuing impacts of the Russia-Ukraine war and the COVID-19 pandemic onslowing economic conditionsgrowth will continue to evolve and impact our business and our allowance for credit losses in future periods, the extent of which remains uncertain. We will continue to monitor these situations closely and will continue to adapt our approach as necessary to reflect management's current view of forecasted economic conditions.
Allowance for Credit Losses / Liability for Off-Balance Sheet Credit Exposures The following table summarizes our allowance for credit losses and the liability for off-balance sheet credit exposures:
June 30, 2022December 31, 2021March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
(in millions) (in millions)
Allowance for credit losses:Allowance for credit losses:Allowance for credit losses:
LoansLoans$534 $447 Loans$588 $584 
Securities held-to-maturity(1)
Securities held-to-maturity(1)
 
Securities held-to-maturity(1)
 — 
Other financial assets measured at amortized cost(2)
Other financial assets measured at amortized cost(2)
1 
Other financial assets measured at amortized cost(2)
 — 
Securities available-for-sale(1)
Securities available-for-sale(1)
2 
Securities available-for-sale(1)
 — 
Total allowance for credit lossesTotal allowance for credit losses$537 $450 Total allowance for credit losses$588 $584 
Liability for off-balance sheet credit exposuresLiability for off-balance sheet credit exposures$89 $103 Liability for off-balance sheet credit exposures$125 $117 
(1)See Note 5, "Securities," for additional information regarding the allowance for credit losses associated with our security portfolios.
(2)Primarily includes accrued interest receivables and customer acceptances.
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The following table summarizes the changes in the allowance for credit losses on loans by product or line of business during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and 2021:2022:
 Commercial LoansConsumer Loans 
Real Estate, including ConstructionBusiness
and Corporate Banking
Global
Banking
Other
Comm'l
Residential
Mortgages
Home
Equity
Mortgages
Credit
Cards
Other
Consumer
Total Loans
 (in millions)
Three Months Ended June 30, 2022
Allowance for credit losses – beginning of period$122 $197 $120 $2 $5 $6 $15 $ $467 
Provision charged (credited) to income40 22 (2)(1)(1)1 5 (1)63 
Charge-offs (1)      (1)
Recoveries    2  2 1 5 
Net (charge-offs) recoveries (1)  2  2 1 4 
Allowance for credit losses – end of period$162 $218 $118 $1 $6 $7 $22 $ $534 
Three Months Ended June 30, 2021
Allowance for credit losses – beginning of period$120 $321 $222 $$(9)$21 $144 $27 $853 
Provision charged (credited) to income(1)
(3)(24)(79)(1)(5)(76)(21)(201)
Charge-offs(1)
— (14)(12)— (9)(2)(70)(7)(114)
Recoveries— — — 
Net (charge-offs) recoveries— (13)(12)— (5)(1)(68)(6)(105)
Allowance for credit losses – end of period$117 $284 $131 $$(6)$15 $— $— $547 
Six Months Ended June 30, 2022
Allowance for credit losses – beginning of period$73 $243 $100 $4 $8 $5 $14 $ $447 
Provision charged (credited) to income89 (18)27 (3)(5)1 4 (1)94 
Charge-offs (9)(9) (1)(1)  (20)
Recoveries 2   4 2 4 1 13 
Net (charge-offs) recoveries (7)(9) 3 1 4 1 (7)
Allowance for credit losses – end of period$162 $218 $118 $1 $6 $7 $22 $ $534 
Six Months Ended June 30, 2021
Allowance for credit losses – beginning of period$145 $375 $287 $$(9)$22 $161 $27 $1,015 
Provision charged (credited) to income(1)
(28)(77)(144)(1)(8)(77)(17)(346)
Charge-offs(1)
— (16)(12)— (10)(2)(88)(11)(139)
Recoveries— — — 17 
Net (charge-offs) recoveries— (14)(12)— (3)(84)(10)(122)
Allowance for credit losses – end of period$117 $284 $131 $$(6)$15 $— $— $547 
(1)For loans that are transferred to held for sale, the existing allowance for credit losses at the time of transfer is recognized as a charge-off to the extent fair value is less than amortized cost and attributable to credit. Any remaining allowance for credit losses is released to the provision for credit losses.
During the second quarter of 2021, we made the decision to exit our mass market retail banking business which resulted in the transfer of certain loans to held for sale. As a result of transferring these loans to held for sale, we recognized $56 million of the existing allowance for credit losses on consumer loans as charge-offs, primarily related to non-performing credit cards, and released $100 million of the existing allowance for credit losses on consumer loans as reductions to the provision for credit losses, primarily related to credit cards. The existing commercial allowance for credit losses on the retail business banking loan portfolio transferred to held for sale was not material. See Note 3, "Branch Assets and Liabilities Held for Sale."
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 Commercial LoansConsumer Loans 
Real Estate, including ConstructionBusiness
and Corporate Banking
Global
Banking
Other
Comm'l
Residential
Mortgages
Home
Equity
Mortgages
Credit
Cards
Other
Consumer
Total Loans
 (in millions)
Three Months Ended March 31, 2023
Allowance for credit losses – beginning of period$200 $230 $120 $1 $11 $2 $16 $4 $584 
Provision charged (credited) to income(28)38 12  (10)1  (1)12 
Charge-offs (5)  (3)(1)(2) (11)
Recoveries 1    1 1  3 
Net (charge-offs) recoveries (4)  (3) (1) (8)
Allowance for credit losses – end of period$172 $264 $132 $1 $(2)$3 $15 $3 $588 
Three Months Ended March 31, 2022
Allowance for credit losses – beginning of period$73 $243 $100 $$$$14 $— $447 
Provision charged (credited) to income49 (40)29 (2)(4)— (1)— 31 
Charge-offs— (8)(9)— (1)(1)— — (19)
Recoveries— — — — 
Net (charge-offs) recoveries— (6)(9)— — (11)
Allowance for credit losses – end of period$122 $197 $120 $$$$15 $— $467 
The following table summarizes the changes in the liability for off-balance sheet credit exposures during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and 2021:2022:
Three Months Ended June 30,Six Months Ended June 30,
2022202120222021
Three Months Ended March 31,Three Months Ended March 31,20232022
(in millions) (in millions)
Balance at beginning of periodBalance at beginning of period$84 $155 $103 $237 Balance at beginning of period$117 $103 
Provision charged (credited) to incomeProvision charged (credited) to income5 (27)(14)(109)Provision charged (credited) to income8 (19)
Balance at end of periodBalance at end of period$89 $128 $89 $128 Balance at end of period$125 $84 
Accrued Interest Receivables The following table summarizes accrued interest receivables associated with financial assets carried at amortized cost and securities available-for-sale along with the related allowance for credit losses, which are reported net in other assets on the consolidated balance sheet. These accrued interest receivables are excluded from the amortized cost basis disclosures presented elsewhere in these financial statements, including Note 5, "Securities," and Note 6, "Loans."
June 30, 2022December 31, 2021March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
(in millions) (in millions)
Accrued interest receivables:Accrued interest receivables:Accrued interest receivables:
LoansLoans$133 $109 Loans$246 $227 
Securities held-to-maturitySecurities held-to-maturity12 13 Securities held-to-maturity32 20 
Other financial assets measured at amortized costOther financial assets measured at amortized cost3 Other financial assets measured at amortized cost46 11 
Securities available-for-saleSecurities available-for-sale87 82 Securities available-for-sale82 82 
Total accrued interest receivablesTotal accrued interest receivables235 205 Total accrued interest receivables406 340 
Allowance for credit lossesAllowance for credit losses Allowance for credit losses — 
Accrued interest receivables, netAccrued interest receivables, net$235 $204 Accrued interest receivables, net$406 $340 
During both the three and six months ended June 30,March 31, 2023 and 2022, we charged-off accrued interest receivables by reversing interest income for loans of $1 million compared with $2 million during both the three and six months ended June 30, 2021.were immaterial.

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8. Loans Held for Sale
Loans held for sale consisted of the following:
June 30, 2022December 31, 2021March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
(in millions) (in millions)
Commercial loans:Commercial loans:Commercial loans:
Business and corporate bankingBusiness and corporate banking$7 $123 Business and corporate banking$19 $— 
Global bankingGlobal banking366 338 Global banking453 349 
Total commercialTotal commercial373 461 Total commercial472 349 
Consumer loans:Consumer loans:Consumer loans:
Residential mortgagesResidential mortgages12 3,082 Residential mortgages2 
Home equity mortgages 275 
Credit cards8 195 
Other consumer96 204 
Total consumerTotal consumer116 3,756 Total consumer2 
Total loans held for saleTotal loans held for sale$489 $4,217 Total loans held for sale$474 $354 
Commercial Loans During the first quarter of 2022, we completed the sale of the branch disposal group that we previously transferred to held for sale in 2021 as part of our Restructuring Plan. The sale included certain retail business banking loans with a carrying value at the time of sale of $37 million. See Note 3, "Branch Assets and Liabilities Held for Sale," for additional information.
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Also includedIncluded in commercial loans held for sale are certain other loans that we no longer intend to hold for investment and were transferred to held for sale which totaled $201 million and $359 million at June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively. During the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021, lower of amortized cost or fair value adjustments on commercial loans held for sale were immaterial.
In addition, commercial loans held for sale includes certain loans that we have elected to designate under the fair value option which consists of loans that we originate in connection with our participation in a number of syndicated credit facilities with the intent of selling them to unaffiliated third parties as well as loans that we purchase from the secondary market and hold as hedges against our exposure to certain total return swaps.swaps or intend to sell. The fair value of these loans totaled $172$354 million and $23$237 million at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, respectively. See Note 11, "Fair Value Option," for additional information.
Commercial loans held for sale also includes certain loans that we no longer intend to hold for investment and were transferred to held for sale which totaled $118 million and $112 million at March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively. During the secondthree months ended March 31, 2023 and 2022, lower of amortized cost or fair value adjustments on these commercial loans held for sale were immaterial.
In addition, during the first quarter of 2022, we also sold certain global banking loanscompleted the sale of the branch disposal group that we previously transferred to third partiesheld for sale in order to reduce risk-weighted assets2021 as part of our Restructuring Plan. These globalThe sale included certain retail business banking loans hadwith a carrying value at the time of sale of $44 million$37 million. See Note 3, "Sale of Certain Branch Assets and we recognizedLiabilities," for additional information.
Consumer Loans Included in residential mortgage loans held for sale are agency-eligible conforming residential mortgage loans which are originated and held for sale to third parties, currently on a loss onservicing retained basis. Gains and losses from the sale of $3 million. The loss on sale isthese residential mortgage loans are reflected as a component of other income (loss) in the consolidated statement of income.
Consumer Loans AsIn addition, as discussed above, during the first quarter of 2022, we completed the sale of the branch disposal group that we previously transferred to held for sale in 2021 as part of our Restructuring Plan. The sale included certain consumer loans with a carrying value at the time of sale which collectively totaled $2,102 million, including $1,665 million of residential mortgages, $185 million of home equity mortgages, $168 million of credit cards and $84 million of other consumer loans. See Note 3, "Branch"Sale of Certain Branch Assets and Liabilities, Held for Sale," for additional information.
In addition to the branch disposal group discussed above, duringDuring the first quarter of 2022, we also sold a portfolio of consumer loans to a third party consisting primarily of certain non-performing mortgage loans and government-backed mortgage loans that we previously transferred to held for sale in 2021 as part of our Restructuring Plan. These mortgage loans had a carrying value at the time of sale which collectively totaled $904 million, including $865 million of residential mortgages and $39 million of home equity mortgages, and we recognized a loss on sale of $35 million, largely reflecting changes in the final terms of the sale. The loss on sale is reflected as a component of other income (loss) in the consolidated statement of income.
Subsequent to completion of the sales discussed above, during the second quarter of 2022, the remaining mass market residential mortgage and home equity mortgage loans not sold, with a carrying value which collectively totaled $538 million, were transferred back to held for investment as we now intend to hold these loans as a run-off portfolio for the foreseeable future.
At June 30, 2022, additional consumer loans that we previously transferred to held for sale in 2021 as part of our Restructuring Plan remained in loans held for sale, including $8 million of credit cards and $96 million of other consumer loans (of which $22 million are student loans that we have previously elected to designate under the fair value option and are therefore carried at fair value). During the three and six months ended June 30,March 31, 2022, and 2021, lower of amortized cost or fair value adjustments on mass market consumer loans held for sale were immaterial.
In addition, residential mortgage loans held for sale includes agency-eligible conforming residential mortgage loans which are originated and held for sale to third parties, currently on a servicing retained basis. Gains and losses from the sale of these residential mortgage loans are reflected as a component of other income (loss) in the consolidated statement of income.
Loans held for sale are subject to market risk, liquidity risk and interest rate risk, in that their value will fluctuate as a result of changes in market conditions, as well as the credit environment. Interest rate risk for residential mortgage loans which are originated and held for sale is partially mitigated through an economic hedging program to offset changes in the fair value of these mortgage loans held for sale, from the time of commitment to sale, attributable to changes in market interest rates. Revenue associated with this economic hedging program, which is reflected as a component of other income (loss) in the consolidated statement of income, was gainsnil during the three months ended March 31, 2023 compared with a gain of $3 million and $7$4 million during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, respectively, compared with losses of $3 million and $1 million during the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively.March 31, 2022.
Valuation Allowances Excluding the loans designated under the fair value option discussed above, loans held for sale are recorded at the lower of amortized cost or fair value, with adjustments to fair value being recorded as a valuation allowance through other revenues. The valuation allowance on consumer loans held for sale was $13 million and $7 million at June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively. The valuation allowance on commercial loans held for sale was $1 million and $5 million at June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively.

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through other revenues. The valuation allowance on loans held for sale was immaterial at both March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022.

9. Goodwill
Goodwill was $458 million at both June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021.2022. Goodwill for these periods reflects accumulated impairment losses of $1,819 million, which were recognized in prior periods. During the secondfirst quarter of 2022,2023, there were no events or changes in circumstances to indicate that it is more likely than not the fair value of our Commercial Banking reporting unit has been reduced below its carrying amount.

10. Derivative Financial Instruments
In the normal course of business, the derivative instruments we enter into are for trading, market making and risk management purposes. For financial reporting purposes, derivative instruments are designated in one of the following categories: (a) hedging instruments designated as qualifying hedges under derivative and hedge accounting principles, (b) financial instruments held for trading or (c) non-qualifying economic hedges. The derivative instruments held are predominantly swaps, futures, options and forward contracts. All derivatives are stated at fair value. Where we enter into enforceable master netting agreements with counterparties, the master netting agreements permit us to net those derivative asset and liability positions and to offset cash collateral held and posted with the same counterparty.
The following table presents the fair value of derivative contracts by major product type on a gross basis. Gross fair values exclude the effects of both counterparty netting as well as collateral, and therefore are not representative of our exposure. The table below also presents the amounts of counterparty netting and cash collateral that have been offset in the consolidated balance sheet, as well as cash and securities collateral posted and received under enforceable master netting agreements that do not meet the criteria for netting. Derivative assets and liabilities which are not subject to an enforceable master netting agreement, or are subject to a netting agreement where an appropriate legal opinion to determine such agreements are enforceable has not been either sought or obtained, have not been netted in the following table. Where we have received or posted collateral under netting agreements where an appropriate legal opinion to determine such agreements are enforceable has not been either sought or obtained, the related collateral also has not been netted in the following table.
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Derivative AssetsDerivative LiabilitiesDerivative AssetsDerivative LiabilitiesDerivative AssetsDerivative LiabilitiesDerivative AssetsDerivative Liabilities
(in millions)(in millions)
Derivatives accounted for as fair value hedges(1)
Derivatives accounted for as fair value hedges(1)
Derivatives accounted for as fair value hedges(1)
Interest rate contracts - bilateral OTC(2)
Interest rate contracts - bilateral OTC(2)
$ $49 $— $
Interest rate contracts - bilateral OTC(2)
$ $113 $42 $12 
Derivatives accounted for as cash flow hedges(1)
Derivatives accounted for as cash flow hedges(1)
Derivatives accounted for as cash flow hedges(1)
Foreign exchange contracts - bilateral OTC(2)
Foreign exchange contracts - bilateral OTC(2)
37  29 — 
Foreign exchange contracts - bilateral OTC(2)
3 6 — 70 
Interest rate contracts - bilateral OTC(2)
Interest rate contracts - bilateral OTC(2)
 2 — 
Interest rate contracts - bilateral OTC(2)
 2 — 
Total derivatives accounted for as hedgesTotal derivatives accounted for as hedges37 51 29 Total derivatives accounted for as hedges3 121 42 86 
Trading derivatives not accounted for as hedges(3)
Trading derivatives not accounted for as hedges(3)
Trading derivatives not accounted for as hedges(3)
Exchange-traded(2)
Exchange-traded(2)
26 16 10 
Exchange-traded(2)
14 16 
OTC-cleared(2)
OTC-cleared(2)
30  37 — 
OTC-cleared(2)
16  42 — 
Bilateral OTC(2)
Bilateral OTC(2)
1,735 1,448 1,756 1,877 
Bilateral OTC(2)
1,390 1,136 1,764 1,364 
Interest rate contractsInterest rate contracts1,791 1,464 1,801 1,887 Interest rate contracts1,420 1,152 1,814 1,371 
Foreign exchange controls - bilateral OTC(2)
16,579 16,401 11,321 11,125 
Foreign exchange contracts - bilateral OTC(2)
Foreign exchange contracts - bilateral OTC(2)
11,974 11,387 15,744 15,440 
Exchange-traded(2)
Exchange-traded(2)
 21 — — 
Exchange-traded(2)
  — 
Bilateral OTC(2)
Bilateral OTC(2)
1,249 522 588 1,240 
Bilateral OTC(2)
235 394 630 266 
Equity contractsEquity contracts1,249 543 588 1,240 Equity contracts235 394 630 270 
Exchange-traded(2)
Exchange-traded(2)
6  — 
Exchange-traded(2)
1  — 
Bilateral OTC(2)
Bilateral OTC(2)
1,295 1,108 936 779 
Bilateral OTC(2)
1,565 1,623 1,201 1,254 
Precious metals contractsPrecious metals contracts1,301 1,108 940 779 Precious metals contracts1,566 1,623 1,201 1,255 
OTC-cleared(2)
2  — — 
Bilateral OTC(2)
72 44 28 25 
Credit contracts74 44 28 25 
Credit contracts - bilateral OTC(2)
Credit contracts - bilateral OTC(2)
111 68 103 45 
Other non-qualifying derivatives not accounted for as hedges(1)
Other non-qualifying derivatives not accounted for as hedges(1)
Other non-qualifying derivatives not accounted for as hedges(1)
Interest rate contracts - bilateral OTC(2)
Interest rate contracts - bilateral OTC(2)
1 52 47 
Interest rate contracts - bilateral OTC(2)
 78 — 97 
Foreign exchange contracts - bilateral OTC(2)
  — 
Equity contracts - bilateral OTC(2)
Equity contracts - bilateral OTC(2)
477 741 1,470 121 
Equity contracts - bilateral OTC(2)
514 380 398 657 
OTC-cleared(2)
OTC-cleared(2)
 2 — 19 
OTC-cleared(2)
 1 — 
Bilateral OTC(2)
Bilateral OTC(2)
3 33 — 38 
Bilateral OTC(2)
9 67 60 
Credit contractsCredit contracts3 35 — 57 Credit contracts9 68 61 
Other contracts - bilateral OTC(2)(4)
Other contracts - bilateral OTC(2)(4)
7 54 38 
Other contracts - bilateral OTC(2)(4)
3 27 38 
Total derivativesTotal derivatives21,519 20,493 16,229 15,285 Total derivatives15,835 15,298 19,944 19,320 
Less: Gross amounts of receivable / payable subject to enforceable master netting agreements(5)(7)
Less: Gross amounts of receivable / payable subject to enforceable master netting agreements(5)(7)
15,762 15,762 11,991 11,991 
Less: Gross amounts of receivable / payable subject to enforceable master netting agreements(5)(7)
12,571 12,571 15,625 15,625 
Less: Gross amounts of cash collateral received / posted subject to enforceable master netting agreements(6)(7)
Less: Gross amounts of cash collateral received / posted subject to enforceable master netting agreements(6)(7)
3,410 1,792 2,797 1,296 
Less: Gross amounts of cash collateral received / posted subject to enforceable master netting agreements(6)(7)
2,008 1,213 2,653 1,529 
Net amounts of derivative assets / liabilities presented in the balance sheetNet amounts of derivative assets / liabilities presented in the balance sheet2,347 2,939 1,441 1,998 Net amounts of derivative assets / liabilities presented in the balance sheet1,256 1,514 1,666 2,166 
Less: Gross amounts of financial instrument collateral received / posted subject to enforceable master netting agreements but not offset in the consolidated balance sheetLess: Gross amounts of financial instrument collateral received / posted subject to enforceable master netting agreements but not offset in the consolidated balance sheet435 35 179 194 Less: Gross amounts of financial instrument collateral received / posted subject to enforceable master netting agreements but not offset in the consolidated balance sheet141 37 234 32 
Net amounts of derivative assets / liabilitiesNet amounts of derivative assets / liabilities$1,912 $2,904 $1,262 $1,804 Net amounts of derivative assets / liabilities$1,115 $1,477 $1,432 $2,134 
(1)Derivative assets / liabilities related to cash flow hedges, fair value hedges and derivative instruments held for purposes other than for trading are recorded in other assets / interest, taxes and other liabilities on the consolidated balance sheet.
(2)Over-the-counter ("OTC") derivatives include derivatives executed and settled bilaterally with counterparties without the use of an organized exchange or central clearing house. The credit risk associated with bilateral OTC derivatives is managed through obtaining collateral and enforceable master netting agreements. OTC-cleared derivatives are executed bilaterally in the OTC market but then novated to a central clearing counterparty, whereby the central clearing counterparty becomes the counterparty to each of the original counterparties. Exchange traded derivatives are executed directly on an organized exchange. Credit risk is minimized for OTC-cleared derivatives and exchange traded derivatives through daily margining requirements. In addition, OTC-cleared interest rate and credit derivatives with certain central clearing counterparties are settled daily.
(3)Trading related derivative assets / liabilities are recorded in trading assets / trading liabilities on the consolidated balance sheet.
(4)Consists of swap agreements entered into in conjunction with the sales of Visa Inc. ("Visa") Class B common shares ("Class B Shares").
(5)Represents the netting of derivative receivable and payable balances for the same counterparty under enforceable netting agreements.
(6)Represents the netting of cash collateral posted and received by counterparty under enforceable netting agreements.
(7)Netting is performed at a counterparty level in cases where enforceable master netting agreements are in place, regardless of the type of derivative instrument. Therefore, we have not allocated netting to the different types of derivative instruments shown in the table above.
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See Note 18, "Guarantee Arrangements, Pledged Assets and Repurchase Agreements," for further information on offsetting related to resale and repurchase agreements.
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Derivatives Held for Risk Management Purposes  Our risk management policy requires us to identify, analyze and manage risks arising from the activities conducted during the normal course of business. We use derivative instruments as an asset and liability management tool to manage our exposures in interest rate, foreign currency and credit risks in existing assets and liabilities, commitments and forecasted transactions. The accounting for changes in fair value of a derivative instrument will depend on whether the derivative has been designated and qualifies for hedge accounting.
We designate derivative instruments to offset the fair value risk and cash flow risk arising from fixed-rate and floating-rate assets and liabilities as well as forecasted transactions. We assess the hedging relationships, both at the inception of the hedge and on an ongoing basis, using a regression approach to determine whether the designated hedging instrument is highly effective in offsetting changes in the fair value or the cash flows attributable to the hedged risk. Accounting principles for qualifying hedges require us to prepare detailed documentation describing the relationship between the hedging instrument and the hedged item, including, but not limited to, the risk management objective, the hedging strategy and the methods to assess and measure the ineffectiveness of the hedging relationship. We discontinue hedge accounting when we determine that the hedge is no longer highly effective, the hedging instrument is terminated, sold or expired, the designated forecasted transaction is not probable of occurring, or when the designation is removed by us.
Fair Value Hedges  In the normal course of business, we hold fixed-rate loans and securities, and issue fixed-rate deposits and senior and subordinated debt obligations. The fair value of fixed-rate assets and liabilities fluctuates in response to changes in interest rates. We utilize interest rate swaps, forward and futures contracts to minimize our exposure to changes in fair value caused by interest rate volatility. The changes in the fair value of the hedged item designated in a qualifying hedge are captured as an adjustment to the carrying amount of the hedged item (basis adjustment). If the hedging relationship is discontinued and the hedged item continues to exist, the basis adjustment is amortized over the remaining life of the hedged item.
The following table presents the carrying amount of hedged items in fair value hedges recognized in the consolidated balance sheet at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, along with the cumulative amount of fair value hedging adjustments included in the carrying amount of those hedged items:
Carrying Amount of Hedged Items(1)
Cumulative Amount of Fair Value Hedging Adjustments Increasing (Decreasing) the
Carrying Amount of Hedged Items
Carrying Amount of Hedged Items(1)
Cumulative Amount of Fair Value Hedging Adjustments Increasing (Decreasing) the
Carrying Amount of Hedged Items
ActiveDiscontinuedTotalActiveDiscontinuedTotal
(in millions) (in millions)
At June 30, 2022
At March 31, 2023At March 31, 2023
Securities available-for-sale ("AFS")Securities available-for-sale ("AFS")$15,181 $(1,111)$464 $(647)Securities available-for-sale ("AFS")$14,452 $(1,254)$170 $(1,084)
DepositsDeposits1,496 (115)111 (4)Deposits1,460 (129)89 (40)
Long-term debtLong-term debt6,199 (431)130 (301)Long-term debt7,863 (485)102 (383)
At December 31, 2021
At December 31, 2022At December 31, 2022
Securities AFSSecurities AFS7,919 (72)1,010 938 Securities AFS15,034 (1,633)246 (1,387)
DepositsDeposits1,598 (27)125 98 Deposits1,446 (150)96 (54)
Long-term debtLong-term debt5,587 (61)148 87 Long-term debt6,506 (605)111 (494)
(1)The carrying amount of securities AFS represents the amortized cost basis.

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The following table presents information on gains and losses on derivative instruments designated and qualifying as hedging instruments and the hedged items in fair value hedges and their location on the consolidated statement of income:
Location of Gain (Loss)
Recognized in Income
Gain (Loss) on DerivativesGain (Loss) on Hedged Items Location of Gain (Loss)
Recognized in Income
Gain (Loss) on DerivativesGain (Loss) on Hedged Items
(in millions) (in millions)
Three Months Ended June 30, 2022
Three Months Ended March 31, 2023Three Months Ended March 31, 2023
Interest rate contracts / Securities AFSInterest rate contracts / Securities AFSNet interest income$748 $(679)Interest rate contracts / Securities AFSNet interest income$(207)$386 
Interest rate contracts / DepositsInterest rate contracts / DepositsNet interest income(20)3 Interest rate contracts / DepositsNet interest income6 (37)
Interest rate contracts / Long-term debtInterest rate contracts / Long-term debtNet interest income(90)69 Interest rate contracts / Long-term debtNet interest income76 (174)
TotalTotal$638 $(607)Total$(125)$175 
Three Months Ended June 30, 2021
Interest rate contracts / Securities AFSNet interest income$(382)$407 
Interest rate contracts / DepositsNet interest income11 (21)
Interest rate contracts / Long-term debtNet interest income63 (78)
Total$(308)$308 
Six Months Ended June 30, 2022
Interest rate contracts / Securities AFSNet interest income$1,407 $(1,321)
Interest rate contracts / DepositsNet interest income(85)54 
Interest rate contracts / Long-term debtNet interest income(326)295 
Total$996 $(972)
Six Months Ended June 30, 2021
Three Months Ended March 31, 2022Three Months Ended March 31, 2022
Interest rate contracts / Securities AFSInterest rate contracts / Securities AFSNet interest income$192 $(140)Interest rate contracts / Securities AFSNet interest income$659 $(642)
Interest rate contracts / DepositsInterest rate contracts / DepositsNet interest income(32)Interest rate contracts / DepositsNet interest income(65)51 
Interest rate contracts / Long-term debtInterest rate contracts / Long-term debtNet interest income(14)(11)Interest rate contracts / Long-term debtNet interest income(236)226 
TotalTotal$146 $(143)Total$358 $(365)
Cash Flow Hedges  We own or issue floating rate financial instruments and enter into forecasted transactions that give rise to variability in future cash flows. As a part of our risk management strategy, we use interest rate swaps, currency swaps and futures contracts to mitigate risk associated with variability in the cash flows. Changes in fair value of a derivative instrument associated with a qualifying cash flow hedge are recognized in other comprehensive income (loss). When the cash flows being hedged materialize and are recorded in income or expense, the associated gain or loss from the hedging derivative previously recorded in accumulated other comprehensive loss ("AOCI") is reclassified into earnings in the same accounting period in which the designated forecasted transaction or hedged item affects earnings. If a cash flow hedge of a forecasted transaction is discontinued because it is no longer highly effective, or if the hedge relationship is terminated, the cumulative gain or loss on the hedging derivative to that date will continue to be reported in AOCI unless it is probable that the hedged forecasted transaction will not occur by the end of the originally specified time period as documented at the inception of the hedge, at which time the cumulative gain or loss is released into earnings.
At June 30, 2022,March 31, 2023, active cash flow hedge relationships extend or mature through August 2032.July 2036. During the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, respectively, $1 million and $2March 31, 2023, $45 million of losses related to discontinued cash flow hedge relationships were amortized to earnings from AOCI compared with gainslosses of $4 million and $3$1 million during the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively.March 31, 2022. During the next twelve months, we expect to amortize $14$114 million of remaining losses to earnings resulting from these discontinued cash flow hedges. The interest accrual related to the hedging instruments is recognized in net interest income.
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The following table presents information on gains and losses on derivative instruments designated and qualifying as hedging instruments in cash flow hedges (including amounts recognized in AOCI from discontinued cash flow hedges) and their location on the consolidated statement of income:
Gain (Loss) Recognized in
AOCI on Derivatives
Location of Gain (Loss)
Reclassified from AOCI into Income
Gain (Loss) Reclassified From
AOCI into Income
Gain (Loss) Recognized in
AOCI on Derivatives
Location of Gain (Loss)
Reclassified from AOCI into Income
Gain (Loss) Reclassified From
AOCI into Income
20222021202220212022Location of Gain (Loss)
Reclassified from AOCI into Income
20232022
(in millions) (in millions)
Three Months Ended June 30,
Foreign exchange contracts$ $— Net interest income$ $— 
Three Months Ended March 31,Three Months Ended March 31,
Interest rate contractsInterest rate contracts(82)(8)Net interest income(1)Interest rate contracts85 (201)Net interest income(45)(1)
TotalTotal$(82)$(8)$(1)$Total$85 $(201)$(45)$(1)
Six Months Ended June 30,
Foreign exchange contracts$ $(1)Net interest income$ $— 
Interest rate contracts(283)(24)Net interest income(2)
Total$(283)$(25)$(2)$
Trading Derivatives and Non-Qualifying Hedging Activities  In addition to risk management, we also enter into derivative contracts, including buy- and sell-protection credit derivatives, for the purposes of trading and market making, or repackaging risks to form structured trades to meet clients' risk taking objectives. Additionally, we buy or sell securities and use derivatives to mitigate the market risks arising from our trading activities with our clients that exceed our risk appetite. We also use buy-protection credit derivatives to manage our counterparty credit risk exposure. Where we enter into derivatives for trading purposes, realized and unrealized gains and losses are recognized in trading revenue. Counterparty credit risk associated with
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OTC derivatives, including risk-mitigating buy-protection credit derivatives, are recognized as an adjustment to the fair value of the derivatives and are recorded in trading revenue.
Our non-qualifying hedging and other activities include:
Derivative contracts related to the fixed-rate long-term debt issuances and hybrid instruments, including all structured notes and deposits, for which we have elected fair value option accounting. These derivative contracts are non-qualifying hedges but are considered economic hedges.
Credit default swaps which are designated as economic hedges against the credit risks within our loan portfolio. In the event of an impairment loss occurring in a loan that is economically hedged, the impairment loss is recognized as provision for credit losses while the gain on the credit default swap is recorded as other income (loss).
Swap agreements entered into in conjunction with the sales of Visa Class B Shares to a third party to retain the litigation risk associated with the Class B Shares sold until the related litigation is settled and the Class B Shares can be converted into Class A common shares ("Class A Shares"). See Note 18, "Guarantee Arrangements, Pledged Assets and Repurchase Agreements," for additional information.
Forward purchases or sales of to-be-announced ("TBA") securities used to economically hedge changes in the fair value of residential mortgage loans which are originated and held for sale attributable to changes in market interest rates. Changes in the fair value of TBA positions, which are considered derivatives, are recorded in other income (loss). See Note 8, "Loans Held for Sale," for additional information.
Derivative instruments designated as economic hedges that do not qualify for hedge accounting are recorded at fair value through profit and loss. Realized and unrealized gains and losses on economic hedges are recognized in gain (loss) on instruments designated at fair value and related derivatives or other income (loss) while the derivative asset or liability positions are reflected as other assets or other liabilities.
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The following table presents information on gains and losses on derivative instruments held for trading purposes and their location on the consolidated statement of income:
Location of Gain (Loss)
Recognized in Income on Derivatives
Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income on Derivatives Location of Gain (Loss)
Recognized in Income on Derivatives
Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income on Derivatives
Three Months Ended June 30,Six Months Ended June 30,Three Months Ended March 31,
2022202120222021 Location of Gain (Loss)
Recognized in Income on Derivatives
20232022
(in millions) (in millions)
Interest rate contractsInterest rate contractsTrading revenue$150 $(277)$376 $152 $(29)$226 
Foreign exchange contractsForeign exchange contractsTrading revenue(34)52 116 168 Foreign exchange contractsTrading revenue29 150 
Equity contractsEquity contractsTrading revenue1,763 (701)2,678 (980)Equity contractsTrading revenue(476)915 
Precious metals contractsPrecious metals contractsTrading revenue104 121 41 41 Precious metals contractsTrading revenue136 (63)
Credit contractsCredit contractsTrading revenue31 (44)63 171 Credit contractsTrading revenue(26)32 
TotalTotal$2,014 $(849)$3,274 $(448)Total$(366)$1,260 
The following table presents information on gains and losses on derivative instruments held for non-qualifying hedging and other activities and their location on the consolidated statement of income:
Location of Gain (Loss)
Recognized in Income on Derivatives
Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income on Derivatives Location of Gain (Loss)
Recognized in Income on Derivatives
Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income on Derivatives
Three Months Ended June 30,Six Months Ended June 30,Location of Gain (Loss)
Recognized in Income on Derivatives
Three Months Ended March 31,
202220212022 Location of Gain (Loss)
Recognized in Income on Derivatives
20232022
(in millions) (in millions)
Interest rate contractsInterest rate contractsGain on instruments designated at fair value and related derivatives$(92)$63 $(215)$(54)$43 $(123)
Interest rate contractsInterest rate contractsOther income (loss)3 (3)7 (1)Interest rate contractsOther income (loss) 
Foreign exchange contractsGain on instruments designated at fair value and related derivatives1 — 1 — 
Equity contractsEquity contractsGain on instruments designated at fair value and related derivatives(864)386 (1,214)872 Equity contractsGain (loss) on instruments designated at fair value and related derivatives412 (350)
Credit contractsCredit contractsOther income (loss)5 (6)10 (12)Credit contractsOther income (loss)(15)
Other contracts(1)
Other contracts(1)
Other income (loss)(30)(5)(31)(3)
Other contracts(1)
Other income (loss)(2)(1)
TotalTotal$(977)$435 $(1,442)$802 Total$438 $(465)
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Credit-Risk Related Contingent Features  The majority of our derivative contracts contain provisions that require us to maintain a specific credit rating from each of the major credit rating agencies. Sometimes the derivative instrument transactions are a part of broader structured product transactions. If our credit ratings were to fall below the current ratings, the counterparties to our derivative instruments could demand us to post additional collateral. The amount of additional collateral required to be posted will depend on whether we are downgraded by one or more notches. The aggregate fair value of all derivative instruments with credit-risk related contingent features that were in a net liability position at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 was $589$150 million, for which we had posted collateral of $375$77 million. The aggregate fair value of all derivative instruments with credit-risk-related contingent features that were in a net liability position at December 31, 20212022 was $361$236 million, for which we had posted collateral of $172$100 million. Substantially all of the collateral posted is in the form of cash or securities available-for-sale. See Note 18, "Guarantee Arrangements, Pledged Assets and Repurchase Agreements," for further details.
The following table presents the amount of additional collateral that we would be required to post (from the current collateral level) related to derivative instruments with credit-risk related contingent features if our long-term ratings were downgraded by one or two notches. A downgrade by a single rating agency that does not result in a rating lower than a preexisting corresponding rating provided by another rating agency will generally not result in additional collateral.
One-notch downgradeTwo-notch downgrade
 (in millions)
Amount of additional collateral to be posted upon downgrade$19 $67 
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Amount of additional collateral to be posted upon downgrade$— $25 
Notional Value of Derivative Contracts  The following table summarizes the notional values of derivative contracts:
June 30, 2022December 31, 2021March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
(in millions) (in millions)
Interest rate:Interest rate:Interest rate:
Futures and forwardsFutures and forwards$35,879 $44,686 Futures and forwards$96,220 $30,764 
SwapsSwaps137,552 177,876 Swaps113,507 120,560 
Options writtenOptions written8,207 10,842 Options written4,562 5,855 
Options purchasedOptions purchased8,110 12,688 Options purchased4,461 5,740 
Total interest rateTotal interest rate189,748 246,092 Total interest rate218,750 162,919 
Foreign exchange:Foreign exchange:Foreign exchange:
Swaps, futures and forwardsSwaps, futures and forwards1,128,497 974,725 Swaps, futures and forwards1,076,561 968,847 
Options writtenOptions written25,859 28,577 Options written30,373 39,969 
Options purchasedOptions purchased26,256 28,678 Options purchased30,391 40,026 
SpotSpot54,234 31,319 Spot40,937 26,809 
Total foreign exchangeTotal foreign exchange1,234,846 1,063,299 Total foreign exchange1,178,262 1,075,651 
Commodities, equities and precious metals:Commodities, equities and precious metals:Commodities, equities and precious metals:
Swaps, futures and forwardsSwaps, futures and forwards64,174 60,054 Swaps, futures and forwards70,766 58,371 
Options writtenOptions written2,113 5,873 Options written1,565 1,643 
Options purchasedOptions purchased9,416 11,800 Options purchased9,687 9,689 
Total commodities, equities and precious metalsTotal commodities, equities and precious metals75,703 77,727 Total commodities, equities and precious metals82,018 69,703 
Credit derivativesCredit derivatives11,619 7,023 Credit derivatives18,299 18,547 
Other contracts(1)
Other contracts(1)
1,083 1,204 
Other contracts(1)
1,235 1,109 
TotalTotal$1,512,999 $1,395,345 Total$1,498,564 $1,327,929 
(1)Consists of swap agreements entered into in conjunction with the sales of Visa Class B Shares.

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11. Fair Value Option
We report our results to HSBC in accordance with HSBC Group accounting and reporting policies ("Group Reporting Basis"), which apply International Financial Reporting Standards ("IFRSs") as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board ("IASB"). We typically have elected to apply fair value option ("FVO") accounting to selected financial instruments to align the measurement attributes of those instruments under U.S. GAAP and the Group Reporting Basis and to simplify the accounting model applied to those financial instruments. We elected to apply FVO accounting to certain commercial loans held for sale, certain student loans, certain fixed-rate long-term debt issuances, and all of our hybrid instruments, including structured notes and deposits.deposits, and, at December 31, 2022, a client share repurchase transaction. Excluding the fair value movement on fair value option liabilities attributable to our own credit spread, which is recorded in other comprehensive income (loss), changes in the fair value of fair value option assets and liabilities as well as the mark-to-market adjustment on the related derivatives and the net realized gains or losses on these derivatives are reported in gain (loss) on instruments designated at fair value and related derivatives in the consolidated statement of income.
Loans and Loans Held For Sale We elected to apply FVO accounting to certain commercial syndicated loans which are originated with the intent to sell and certain commercial loans that we purchased from the secondary market and hold as hedges against our exposure to certain total return swaps or intend to sell and include these loans as loans held for sale in the consolidated balance sheet. We also previously elected to apply FVO accounting to certain student loans (which were subsequently transferred from held for sale to held for saleinvestment during 2021)2022). These elections allow us to account for these loans at fair value which is consistent with the manner in which the instruments are managed. Where available, fair value is based on observable market pricing obtained from independent sources, relevant broker quotes or observed market prices of instruments with similar characteristics. Where observable market parameters are not available, fair value is determined based on contractual cash flows adjusted for estimates of prepayment rates, expected default rates and loss severity discounted at management's estimate of the expected rate of return required by market participants. We also consider loan-specific risk mitigating factors such as collateral arrangements in determining the fair value estimate. Interest from these loans is recorded as interest income in the consolidated statement of income. Because a substantial majority of the loans elected for the fair value option are floating-rate commercial loans, changes in their fair value are primarily attributable to changes in loan-specific credit risk factors. The components of gain (loss) related to loans
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designated at fair value are summarized in the table below. At June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, no loans for which the fair value option has been elected were 90 days or more past due or in nonaccrual status.
Long-Term Debt (Own Debt Issuances)  We elected to apply FVO accounting for certain fixed-rate long-term debt for which we had applied or otherwise would elect to apply fair value hedge accounting. The election allows us to achieve a similar accounting effect without having to meet the hedge accounting requirements. The own debt issuances elected under FVO are traded in secondary markets and, as such, the fair value is determined based on observed prices for the specific instruments. The observed market price of these instruments reflects the effect of changes to our own credit spreads and interest rates. Interest on the fixed-rate debt accounted for under FVO is recorded as interest expense in the consolidated statement of income. Excluding the fair value movement attributable to our own credit spread, the components of gain (loss) in the consolidated statement of income related to long-term debt designated at fair value are summarized in the table below.
Hybrid Instruments  We elected to apply FVO accounting to all of our hybrid instruments issued, including structured notes and deposits. The valuation of the hybrid instruments is predominantly driven by the derivative features embedded within the instruments and our own credit risk. Cash flows of the hybrid instruments in their entirety, including the embedded derivatives, are discounted at an appropriate rate for the applicable duration of the instrument adjusted for our own credit spreads. The credit spreads applied to structured notes are determined with reference to our own debt issuance rates observed in the primary and secondary markets, internal funding rates, and structured note rates in recent executions while the credit spreads applied to structured deposits are determined using market rates currently offered on comparable deposits with similar characteristics and maturities. Interest on this debt is recorded as interest expense in the consolidated statement of income. Excluding the fair value movement attributable to our own credit spread, the components of gain (loss) in the consolidated statement of income related to hybrid instruments designated at fair value are summarized in the table below.
Client Share Repurchase Transaction In December 2022, we entered into an agreement with a client to facilitate a share repurchase transaction, which was completed during the first quarter of 2023. Under the agreement, the client made an up-front cash payment in exchange for the delivery of shares. Simultaneously, we entered into a corresponding agreement with HSBC Bank plc to execute the share repurchase. We elected to apply FVO accounting to this transaction, which resulted in $325 million being recorded in both other assets and interest, taxes and other liabilities on the consolidated balance sheet at December 31, 2022.
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The following table summarizes the fair value and unpaid principal balance for items we account for under FVO:
Fair ValueUnpaid Principal BalanceFair Value Over (Under) Unpaid Principal Balance
 (in millions)
At June 30, 2022
Student loans held for sale$22 $24 $(2)
Commercial loans held for sale172 183 (11)
Fixed rate long-term debt757 741 16 
Hybrid instruments:
Structured deposits2,018 1,932 86 
Structured notes6,363 6,809 (446)
At December 31, 2021
Student loans held for sale$25 $28 $(3)
Commercial loans held for sale23 23 — 
Fixed rate long-term debt945 741 204 
Hybrid instruments:
Structured deposits2,749 2,465 284 
Structured notes7,997 6,834 1,163 

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Fair ValueUnpaid Principal BalanceFair Value Over (Under) Unpaid Principal Balance
 (in millions)
At March 31, 2023
Student loans held for investment$18 $21 $(3)
Commercial loans held for sale354 412 (58)
Fixed rate long-term debt734 741 (7)
Hybrid instruments:
Structured deposits1,404 1,379 25 
Structured notes8,213 8,247 (34)
At December 31, 2022
Student loans held for investment$20 $22 $(2)
Commercial loans held for sale237 291 (54)
Client share repurchase asset325 325 — 
Fixed rate long-term debt706 741 (35)
Hybrid instruments:
Structured deposits1,554 1,520 34 
Structured notes7,672 8,051 (379)
Client share repurchase liability325 325 — 
Components of Gain (Loss) on Instruments Designated at Fair Value and Related Derivatives  The following table summarizes the components of gain (loss) on instruments designated at fair value and related derivatives reflected in the consolidated statement of income for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and 2021:2022:
Loans Held for SaleLong-Term
Debt
Hybrid
Instruments
TotalLoans and Loans Held for SaleLong-Term
Debt
Hybrid
Instruments
Total
(in millions)(in millions)
Three Months Ended June 30, 2022
Interest rate and other components(1)
$ $65 $936 $1,001 
Credit risk component(2)(3)
(27)  (27)
Total mark-to-market on financial instruments designated at fair value(27)65 936 974 
Mark-to-market on related derivatives (70)(893)(963)
Net realized gain on related long-term debt derivatives 8  8 
Gain (loss) on instruments designated at fair value and related derivatives$(27)$3 $43 $19 
Three Months Ended June 30, 2021
Three Months Ended March 31, 2023Three Months Ended March 31, 2023
Interest rate and other components(1)
Interest rate and other components(1)
$— $(41)$(401)$(442)
Interest rate and other components(1)
$ $(21)$(450)$(471)
Credit risk component(2)
Credit risk component(2)
— — — — 
Credit risk component(2)
(6)  (6)
Total mark-to-market on financial instruments designated at fair valueTotal mark-to-market on financial instruments designated at fair value— (41)(401)(442)Total mark-to-market on financial instruments designated at fair value(6)(21)(450)(477)
Mark-to-market on related derivativesMark-to-market on related derivatives— 42 397 439 Mark-to-market on related derivatives 23 431 454 
Net realized gain on related long-term debt derivativesNet realized gain on related long-term debt derivatives— 10 — 10 Net realized gain on related long-term debt derivatives 1  1 
Gain (loss) on instruments designated at fair value and related derivativesGain (loss) on instruments designated at fair value and related derivatives$— $11 $(4)$Gain (loss) on instruments designated at fair value and related derivatives$(6)$3 $(19)$(22)
Six Months Ended June 30, 2022
Interest rate and other components(1)
$ $139 $1,349 $1,488 
Credit risk component(2)(3)
(35)  (35)
Total mark-to-market on financial instruments designated at fair value(35)139 1,349 1,453 
Mark-to-market on related derivatives (155)(1,290)(1,445)
Net realized gain on related long-term debt derivatives 17  17 
Gain (loss) on instruments designated at fair value and related derivatives$(35)$1 $59 $25 
Six Months Ended June 30, 2021
Three Months Ended March 31, 2022Three Months Ended March 31, 2022
Interest rate and other components(1)
Interest rate and other components(1)
$— $59 $(853)$(794)
Interest rate and other components(1)
$— $74 $413 $487 
Credit risk component(2)
Credit risk component(2)
— — 
Credit risk component(2)
(8)— — (8)
Total mark-to-market on financial instruments designated at fair valueTotal mark-to-market on financial instruments designated at fair value59 (853)(793)Total mark-to-market on financial instruments designated at fair value(8)74 413 479 
Mark-to-market on related derivativesMark-to-market on related derivatives— (66)865 799 Mark-to-market on related derivatives— (85)(397)(482)
Net realized gain on related long-term debt derivativesNet realized gain on related long-term debt derivatives— 19 — 19 Net realized gain on related long-term debt derivatives— — 
Gain (loss) on instruments designated at fair value and related derivativesGain (loss) on instruments designated at fair value and related derivatives$$12 $12 $25 Gain (loss) on instruments designated at fair value and related derivatives$(8)$(2)$16 $
(1)As it relates to hybrid instruments, interest rate and other components primarily includes interest rate foreign exchange and equity contract risks.
(2)The fair value movement on fair value option liabilities attributable to our own credit spread is recorded in other comprehensive income (loss).
(3)During the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, the losses in the credit risk component for loans held for sale was attributable to the widening of credit spreads associated with certain commercial loans which were impacted by the weakening of market conditions.

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12. Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)Loss
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)loss includes certain items that are reported directly within a separate component of equity. The following table presents changes in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)loss balances:
Three Months Ended June 30,20222021
 (in millions)
Unrealized gains (losses) on investment securities:
Balance at beginning of period$(1,108)$119 
Other comprehensive income (loss) for period:
Net unrealized gains (losses) arising during period, net of tax of $(182) million and $21 million, respectively(573)63 
Reclassification adjustment for gains realized in net income, net of tax of $(2) million and $(4) million, respectively(1)
(7)(14)
Provision for credit losses realized in net income, net of tax of less than $1 million and nil, respectively(2)
2 — 
Amortization of net unrealized losses on securities transferred from available-for-sale to held-to-maturity realized in net income, net of tax of $1 million and $1 million, respectively(3)
4 
Total other comprehensive income (loss) for period(574)53 
Balance at end of period(1,682)172 
Unrealized gains (losses) on fair value option liabilities attributable to our own credit spread:
Balance at beginning of period56 
Other comprehensive income (loss) for period:
Net unrealized gains arising during period, net of tax of $16 million and $3 million, respectively51 10 
Total other comprehensive income for period51 10 
Balance at end of period107 15 
Unrealized gains (losses) on derivatives designated as cash flow hedges:
Balance at beginning of period(290)(91)
Other comprehensive income (loss) for period:
Net unrealized losses arising during period, net of tax of $(19) million and $(2) million, respectively(63)(6)
Reclassification adjustment for (gains) losses realized in net income, net of tax of less than $1 million and $(1) million, respectively(4)
1 (3)
Total other comprehensive loss for period(62)(9)
Balance at end of period(352)(100)
Pension and postretirement benefit liability:
Balance at beginning of period(3)(7)
Other comprehensive income (loss) for period:
Change in unfunded pension and postretirement liability, net of tax of nil and less than $1 million, respectively 
Total other comprehensive income for period 
Balance at end of period(3)(6)
Total accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) at end of period$(1,930)$81 
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Six Months Ended June 30,20222021
Three Months Ended March 31,Three Months Ended March 31,20232022
(in millions) (in millions)
Unrealized gains (losses) on investment securities:Unrealized gains (losses) on investment securities:Unrealized gains (losses) on investment securities:
Balance at beginning of periodBalance at beginning of period$(65)$750 Balance at beginning of period$(2,270)$(65)
Other comprehensive income (loss) for period:Other comprehensive income (loss) for period:Other comprehensive income (loss) for period:
Net unrealized losses arising during period, net of tax of $(509) million and $(174) million, respectively(1,602)(550)
Reclassification adjustment for gains realized in net income, net of tax of $(7) million and $(11) million, respectively(1)
(22)(36)
Provision for credit losses realized in net income, net of tax of less than $1 million and nil, respectively(2)
1 — 
Amortization of net unrealized losses on securities transferred from available-for-sale to held-to-maturity realized in net income, net of tax of $2 million and $2 million, respectively(3)
6 
Total other comprehensive loss for period(1,617)(578)
Net unrealized gains (losses) arising during period, net of tax of $68 million and $(327) million, respectivelyNet unrealized gains (losses) arising during period, net of tax of $68 million and $(327) million, respectively207 (1,029)
Reclassification adjustment for gains realized in net income, net of tax of $(1) million and $(5) million, respectively(1)
Reclassification adjustment for gains realized in net income, net of tax of $(1) million and $(5) million, respectively(1)
(2)(15)
Reversal of provision for credit losses realized in net income, net of tax of nil and less than $(1) million, respectively(2)
Reversal of provision for credit losses realized in net income, net of tax of nil and less than $(1) million, respectively(2)
 (1)
Amortization of net unrealized (gains) losses on securities transferred from available-for-sale to held-to-maturity realized in net income, net of tax of less than $(1) million and $1 million, respectively(3)
Amortization of net unrealized (gains) losses on securities transferred from available-for-sale to held-to-maturity realized in net income, net of tax of less than $(1) million and $1 million, respectively(3)
(1)
Total other comprehensive income (loss) for periodTotal other comprehensive income (loss) for period204 (1,043)
Balance at end of periodBalance at end of period(1,682)172 Balance at end of period(2,066)(1,108)
Unrealized gains (losses) on fair value option liabilities attributable to our own credit spread:Unrealized gains (losses) on fair value option liabilities attributable to our own credit spread:Unrealized gains (losses) on fair value option liabilities attributable to our own credit spread:
Balance at beginning of periodBalance at beginning of period27 15 Balance at beginning of period86 27 
Other comprehensive income (loss) for period:Other comprehensive income (loss) for period:Other comprehensive income (loss) for period:
Net unrealized gains arising during period, net of tax of $25 million and nil, respectively80 — 
Net unrealized gains arising during period, net of tax of $21 million and $9 million, respectivelyNet unrealized gains arising during period, net of tax of $21 million and $9 million, respectively63 29 
Total other comprehensive income for periodTotal other comprehensive income for period80 — Total other comprehensive income for period63 29 
Balance at end of periodBalance at end of period107 15 Balance at end of period149 56 
Unrealized gains (losses) on derivatives designated as cash flow hedges:Unrealized gains (losses) on derivatives designated as cash flow hedges:Unrealized gains (losses) on derivatives designated as cash flow hedges:
Balance at beginning of periodBalance at beginning of period(138)(79)Balance at beginning of period(396)(138)
Other comprehensive income (loss) for period:Other comprehensive income (loss) for period:Other comprehensive income (loss) for period:
Net unrealized losses arising during period, net of tax of $(67) million and $(6) million, respectively(216)(19)
Reclassification adjustment for (gains) losses realized in net income, net of tax of less than $1 million and $(1) million, respectively(4)
2 (2)
Total other comprehensive loss for period(214)(21)
Net unrealized gains (losses) arising during period, net of tax of $21 million and $(48) million, respectivelyNet unrealized gains (losses) arising during period, net of tax of $21 million and $(48) million, respectively64 (153)
Reclassification adjustment for losses realized in net income, net of tax of $11 million and less than $1 million, respectively(4)
Reclassification adjustment for losses realized in net income, net of tax of $11 million and less than $1 million, respectively(4)
34 
Total other comprehensive income (loss) for periodTotal other comprehensive income (loss) for period98 (152)
Balance at end of periodBalance at end of period(352)(100)Balance at end of period(298)(290)
Pension and postretirement benefit liability:Pension and postretirement benefit liability:Pension and postretirement benefit liability:
Balance at beginning of period(3)(7)
Balance at beginning and end of periodBalance at beginning and end of period5 (3)
Other comprehensive income (loss) for period:
Change in unfunded pension and postretirement liability, net of tax of nil and less than $1 million, respectively 
Total other comprehensive income for period 
Balance at end of period(3)(6)
Total accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) at end of period$(1,930)$81 
Total accumulated other comprehensive loss at end of periodTotal accumulated other comprehensive loss at end of period$(2,210)$(1,345)
(1)Amount reclassified to net income is included in other securities gains, net in our consolidated statement of income.
(2)Changes in the allowance for credit losses on securities available-for-sale are included in the provision for credit losses in our consolidated statement of income.
(3)Amount amortized to net income is included in interest income in our consolidated statement of income. During 2014, we transferred securities from available-for-sale to held-to-maturity. At the date of transfer, AOCI included net pretax unrealized losses related to the transferred securities which are being amortized over the remaining contractual life of each security as an adjustment of yield in a manner consistent with the amortization of any premium or discount.
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13. Fee Income from Contracts with Customers
The following table summarizes fee income from contracts with customers disaggregated by type of activity, as well as a reconciliation to total other revenues, during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and 2021.2022. See Note 23, "Fee Income from Contracts with Customers," in our 20212022 Form 10-K for a description of the various types of fee-based activities and how revenue associated with these activities is recognized. There have been no significant changes in these activities since December 31, 2021.2022.
Three Months Ended June 30,Six Months Ended June 30,
2022202120222021
Three Months Ended March 31,Three Months Ended March 31,20232022
(in millions) (in millions)
Credit card fees, netCredit card fees, net$12 $13 $27 $23 Credit card fees, net$11 $15 
Trust and investment management feesTrust and investment management fees34 26 60 55 Trust and investment management fees31 26 
Other fees and commissions:Other fees and commissions:Other fees and commissions:
Account servicesAccount services70 73 137 143 Account services66 67 
Credit facilitiesCredit facilities71 89 171 172 Credit facilities73 100 
Other feesOther fees19 30 21 Other fees9 11 
Total other fees and commissionsTotal other fees and commissions160 171 338 336 Total other fees and commissions148 178 
Servicing and other fees from HSBC affiliatesServicing and other fees from HSBC affiliates87 70 188 153 Servicing and other fees from HSBC affiliates74 101 
Insurance(1)
Insurance(1)
1 2 
Insurance(1)
1 
Total fee income from contracts with customersTotal fee income from contracts with customers294 282 615 570 Total fee income from contracts with customers265 321 
Other non-fee revenues49 22 214 118 
Other non-fee revenueOther non-fee revenue188 165 
Total other revenues(2)
Total other revenues(2)
$343 $304 $829 $688 
Total other revenues(2)
$453 $486 
(1)Included within other income (loss) in the consolidated statement of income.
(2)See Note 15, "Business Segments," for a reconciliation of total other revenues on a U.S. GAAP basis to other operating income for each business segment under the Group Reporting Basis.
Credit card fees, net We recognized interchange fees of $29$26 million and $54$25 million during the three and six months ended June 30,March 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively, compared with $26 million and $44 million during the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively. Credit card rewards program costs totaled $15$16 million and $30$15 million during the three and six months ended June 30,March 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively, compared with $13 million and $24 million during the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively.
Deferred Fee Income
Information related to deferred fee income on loan commitments, revolving credit facilities and standby letters of credit is included in Note 18, "Guarantee Arrangements, Pledged Assets and Repurchase Agreements," and Note 19, "Fair Value Measurements." Excluding these items, we had deferred fee income related to certain account service fees that are paid upfront and recognized over the service period and annual fees on credit cards which collectively was $3 million and $4 million at June 30, 2022both March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021, respectively.2022. We expect to recognize this revenue over a remaining period of one year or less.
Other than trust and investment management fees as discussed in our 2021 Form 10-K, weWe do not use significant judgments in the determination of the amount and timing of fee income from contracts with customers. Additionally, costs to obtain or fulfill contracts with customers were immaterial.

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14. Related Party Transactions
In the normal course of business, we conduct transactions with HSBC and its subsidiaries. HSBC policy requires that these transactions occur at prevailing market rates and terms and, where applicable, these transactions are compliant with United States banking regulations. All extensions of credit by (and certain credit exposures of) HSBC Bank USA National Association (together with its subsidiaries, "HSBC Bank USA") to other HSBC affiliates (other than Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation insured banks) are legally required to be secured by eligible collateral. The following tables present related party balances and the income (expense) generated by related party transactions:
June 30, 2022December 31, 2021March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
(in millions) (in millions)
Assets:Assets:Assets:
Cash and due from banksCash and due from banks$219 $300 Cash and due from banks$332 $313 
Interest bearing deposits with banksInterest bearing deposits with banks214 59 Interest bearing deposits with banks309 21 
Securities purchased under agreements to resell(1)
Securities purchased under agreements to resell(1)
845 594 
Securities purchased under agreements to resell(1)
44 756 
Trading assetsTrading assets46 119 Trading assets50 20 
LoansLoans3,457 2,793 Loans3,409 3,557 
Other(2)
Other(2)
343 401 
Other(2)
402 744 
Total assetsTotal assets$5,124 $4,266 Total assets$4,546 $5,411 
Liabilities:Liabilities:Liabilities:
DepositsDeposits$13,003 $9,137 Deposits$9,965 $11,357 
Trading liabilities(3)
Trading liabilities(3)
476 130 
Trading liabilities(3)
47 110 
Short-term borrowingsShort-term borrowings833 309 Short-term borrowings1,597 1,009 
Long-term debtLong-term debt5,510 5,511 Long-term debt6,010 6,011 
Other(2)
Other(2)
504 277 
Other(2)
232 326 
Total liabilitiesTotal liabilities$20,326 $15,364 Total liabilities$17,851 $18,813 
(1)Reflects purchases of securities under which other HSBC affiliates have agreed to repurchase.
(2)Other assets and other liabilities primarily consist of derivative balances associated with hedging activities and other miscellaneous account receivables and payables.
(3)The increase in trading liabilities at June 30, At December 31, 2022,primarily reflects an increase in borrowing of gold inventory other assets also included a receivable from HSBC Bank plc to supportassociated with a client activity levels.share repurchase transaction.

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Three Months Ended June 30,Six Months Ended June 30,
2022202120222021
Three Months Ended March 31,Three Months Ended March 31,20232022
(in millions) (in millions)
Income (Expense):Income (Expense):Income (Expense):
Interest incomeInterest income$16 $$22 $14 Interest income$57 $
Interest expenseInterest expense(60)(60)(112)(133)Interest expense(119)(52)
Net interest expenseNet interest expense(44)(53)(90)(119)Net interest expense(62)(46)
Trading revenue (expense)Trading revenue (expense)1,330 (1,121)2,605 (990)Trading revenue (expense)(778)1,275 
Servicing and other fees from HSBC affiliates:Servicing and other fees from HSBC affiliates:Servicing and other fees from HSBC affiliates:
HSBC Bank plcHSBC Bank plc48 32 108 80 HSBC Bank plc41 60 
HSBC Markets (USA) Inc. ("HMUS")HSBC Markets (USA) Inc. ("HMUS")17 26 42 48 HSBC Markets (USA) Inc. ("HMUS")18 25 
Other HSBC affiliatesOther HSBC affiliates22 12 38 25 Other HSBC affiliates15 16 
Total servicing and other fees from HSBC affiliatesTotal servicing and other fees from HSBC affiliates87 70 188 153 Total servicing and other fees from HSBC affiliates74 101 
Gain (loss) on instruments designated at fair value and related derivativesGain (loss) on instruments designated at fair value and related derivatives(894)397 (1,290)865 Gain (loss) on instruments designated at fair value and related derivatives432 (396)
Support services from HSBC affiliates:Support services from HSBC affiliates:Support services from HSBC affiliates:
HTSUHTSU(244)(268)(504)(512)HTSU(220)(260)
HMUSHMUS(46)(18)(83)(46)HMUS(53)(37)
Other HSBC affiliatesOther HSBC affiliates(129)(106)(250)(201)Other HSBC affiliates(111)(121)
Total support services from HSBC affiliatesTotal support services from HSBC affiliates(419)(392)(837)(759)Total support services from HSBC affiliates(384)(418)
Rental income from HSBC affiliates, net(1)
Rental income from HSBC affiliates, net(1)
9 19 20 
Rental income from HSBC affiliates, net(1)
9 10 
Stock based compensation expense(2)
Stock based compensation expense(2)
(3)(5)(7)(11)
Stock based compensation expense(2)
(5)(4)
(1)We receive rental income from our affiliates, and in some cases pay rental expense to our affiliates, for certain office space. Net rental income from our affiliates is recorded as a component of occupancy expense, net in our consolidated statement of income.
(2)Employees may participate in one or more stock compensation plans sponsored by HSBC. These expenses are included in salaries and employee benefits in our consolidated statement of income. Certain employees are also eligible to participate in a defined benefit pension plan and other postretirement plans sponsored by HSBC North America which are discussed in Note 22, "Pension and Other Postretirement Benefits," in our 20212022 Form 10-K.
Funding Arrangements with HSBC Affiliates:
We use HSBC affiliates to fund a portion of our borrowing and liquidity needs. At both June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, long-term debt with affiliates reflected $5.5$6.0 billion of borrowings from HSBC North America. The outstanding balances include $2.0 billion of fixed-rate senior debt which matures in June 2025, $2.0 billion of fixed-rate senior debt which matures in September 2025, $0.5 billion of fixed-rate senior debt which matures in December 2027 and $1.5 billion of fixed-rate senior debt which matures in June 2030.
We have a $4.0 billion uncommitted line of credit with HSBC North America. The available borrowing capacity under this facility is fungible between HSBC USA, HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. ("HSI") and HSBC North America, but total borrowings cannot collectively exceed $4.0 billion at any time. We had no outstanding borrowing under this credit facility at either June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 or December 31, 2021.2022.
We have also incurredincur short-term borrowings with certain affiliates. In addition, certain affiliates have placed deposits with us.
Lending and Derivative Related Arrangements Extended to HSBC Affiliates:
At June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, we had the following loan balances outstanding with HSBC affiliates:
June 30, 2022December 31, 2021March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
(in millions) (in millions)
HMUS and subsidiariesHMUS and subsidiaries$2,196 $1,576 HMUS and subsidiaries$1,517 $2,243 
HSBC North AmericaHSBC North America1,250 1,000 HSBC North America1,550 1,250 
Other short-term affiliate lendingOther short-term affiliate lending11 217 Other short-term affiliate lending342 64 
Total loansTotal loans$3,457 $2,793 Total loans$3,409 $3,557 
HMUS and subsidiaries We have extended loans and lines of credit, some of them uncommitted, to HMUS and its subsidiaries in the amount of $11.9$12.8 billion at both June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, of which $1.5 billion and $2.2 billion, respectively, was outstanding. The maturities of the outstanding balances range from overnight to one month. Each borrowing is re-evaluated prior to its maturity date and $1.6 billion,either extended or allowed to mature.
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respectively, was outstanding. The maturities of the outstanding balances range from overnight to three months. Each borrowing is re-evaluated prior to its maturity date and either extended or allowed to mature.
HSBC North America Under the $4.0 billion uncommitted fungible line of credit with HSBC North America as discussed above, there was $1.3$1.6 billion and $1.0$1.3 billion outstanding at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, respectively. The outstanding balance includes $1.0 billion that maturesbalances mature in September 2022 and $250 million that matures in October 2022.the third quarter of 2023.
We have extended lines of credit to various other HSBC affiliates totaling $4.0 billion which did not have any outstanding balances at either June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 or December 31, 2021.2022.
Other short-term affiliate lending In addition to loans and lines extended to affiliates discussed above, from time to time we may extend loans to affiliates which are generally short term in nature. At June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, there were $11$342 million and $217$64 million, respectively, of these loans outstanding.
Derivative contracts As part of a global HSBC strategy to offset interest rate or other market risks associated with certain securities, debt issues and derivative contracts with unaffiliated third parties, we routinely enter into derivative transactions with HSBC Bank plc and other HSBC affiliates. The notional value of derivative contracts related to these transactions was approximately $888.8$836.6 billion and $753.2$789.2 billion at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, respectively. The net credit exposure (defined as the net fair value of derivative assets and liabilities, including any collateral received) related to the contracts was approximately $53$82 million and $127$24 million at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, respectively. We account for these transactions on a mark to market basis, with the change in value of contracts with HSBC affiliates substantially offset by the change in value of related contracts entered into with unaffiliated third parties.
Services Provided Between HSBC Affiliates:
Under multiple service level agreements, we provide services to and receive services from various HSBC affiliates. These activities are summarized in Note 24, "Related Party Transactions," in our 20212022 Form 10-K. There have been no significant changes in these activities since December 31, 2021.2022.
Other Transactions with HSBC Affiliates:
At both June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, we had $1,265$265 million of non-cumulative preferred stock issued and outstanding to HSBC North America. See Note 19, "Preferred Stock," in our 20212022 Form 10-K for additional details.

15. Business Segments
We have distinct businesses, which are aligned with HSBC's global business strategy: Wealth and Personal Banking ("WPB"), Commercial Banking ("CMB"), and Global Banking and Markets ("GBM"). These businesses and a Corporate Center ("CC") serve as our reportable segments with the exception of GBM. Our GBM business is comprised of three distinct operating segments: Global Banking ("GB"), Markets and Securities Services ("MSS"), and Global Banking and Markets Other ("GBM Other"), which are separately reported as discussed further below, effective as of the fourth quarter of 2021 for all periods presented.
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The following table summarizes the impact of this change on reported segment profit (loss) before tax, total assets and total deposits as of and for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021:
As Previously ReportedAfter Reporting Changes
(in millions)
Segment profit (loss) before tax during the three months ended June 30, 2021:
GBM$155 NSR
GBNSR$168 
MSSNSR(12)
GBM OtherNSR(1)
Segment profit (loss) before tax during the six months ended June 30, 2021:
GBM$346 NSR
GBNSR$312 
MSSNSR36 
GBM OtherNSR(2)
Segment total assets at June 30, 2021:
GBM$105,521 NSR
GBNSR$9,851 
MSSNSR50,626 
GBM Other(1)
NSR45,044 
Segment total deposits at June 30, 2021:
GBM$49,322 NSR
GBNSR$46,244 
MSSNSR2,170 
GBM OtherNSR908 
NSR Not Separately Reported
(1)Includes assets allocated from Markets Treasury.
reported. There have been no changes in the basis of our segmentation as compared with the presentation in our 20212022 Form 10-K.
Net interest income of each segment represents the difference between actual interest earned on assets and interest incurred on liabilities of the segment, adjusted for a funding charge or credit that includes both interest rate and liquidity components. Segments are charged a cost to fund assets (e.g., customer loans) and receive a funding credit for funds provided (e.g., customer deposits) based on equivalent market rates that incorporate both repricing (interest rate risk) and tenor (liquidity) characteristics. The objective of these charges/credits is to transfer interest rate risk to one centralized unit in Markets Treasury. Markets Treasury income statement and balance sheet results are allocated to each of the global businesses based upon tangible equity levels and levels of any surplus liabilities.
Certain other revenue and operating expense amounts are also apportioned among the business segments based upon the benefits derived from this activity or the relationship of this activity to other segment activity. These inter-segment transactions have not been eliminated, and we generally account for them as if they were with third parties.
Our segment results are presented in accordance with HSBC Group accounting and reporting policies, which apply IFRSs as issued by the IASB. As a result, our segment results are prepared and presented using financial information prepared on the Group Reporting Basis as operating results are monitored and reviewed, trends are evaluated and decisions about allocating resources, such as employees, are primarily made on this basis. We continue, however, to monitor capital adequacy and report to regulatory agencies on a U.S. GAAP basis.
There have been no changes in the measurement of segment profit as compared with the presentation in our 20212022 Form 10-K.
A summary of significant differences between U.S. GAAP and the Group Reporting Basis as they impact our results are summarized in Note 25, "Business Segments," in our 20212022 Form 10-K. There have been no significant changes since December 31, 20212022 in the differences between U.S. GAAP and the Group Reporting Basis impacting our results.
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The following table summarizes the results for each segment on a Group Reporting Basis, as well as provides a reconciliation of total results under the Group Reporting Basis to U.S. GAAP consolidated totals:
 Group Reporting Basis Consolidated Amounts   
GBM
WPBCMBGBMSSGBM OtherCCTotal
Group Reporting Basis
Adjust-
ments(1)
Group Reporting Basis
Reclassi-
fications(2)
U.S. GAAP
Consolidated
Totals
 (in millions)
Three Months Ended June 30, 2022
Net interest income (expense)$185 $220 $106 $ $1 $(12)$500 $ $32 $532 
Other operating income32 73 130 100 26 16 377 (11)(23)343 
Total operating income217 293 236 100 27 4 877 (11)9 875 
Expected credit losses / provision for credit losses(6)54 (3) 1  46 23  69 
223 239 239 100 26 4 831 (34)9 806 
Operating expenses197 143 115 80 21 115 671 13 9 693 
Profit (loss) before income tax$26 $96 $124 $20 $5 $(111)$160 $(47)$ $113 
Three Months Ended June 30, 2021
Net interest income (expense)$205 $190 $79 $12 $(5)$(1)$480 $$34 $523 
Other operating income71 72 113 41 29 18 344 (11)(29)304 
Total operating income276 262 192 53 24 17 824 (2)827 
Expected credit losses / provision for credit losses(12)(72)— — — (83)(146)— (229)
275 274 264 53 24 17 907 144 1,056 
Operating expenses355 153 96 65 25 71 765 32 802 
Profit (loss) before income tax$(80)$121 $168 $(12)$(1)$(54)$142 $112 $— $254 
Six Months Ended June 30, 2022
Net interest income (expense)$354 $405 $184 $16 $(1)$(13)$945 $1 $63 $1,009 
Other operating income195 156 254 242 50 8 905 (31)(45)829 
Total operating income (expense)549 561 438 258 49 (5)1,850 (30)18 1,838 
Expected credit losses / provision for credit losses(2)27 (5) 1  21 59  80 
551 534 443 258 48 (5)1,829 (89)18 1,758 
Operating expenses439 290 232 149 45 181 1,336 25 18 1,379 
Profit (loss) before income tax$112 $244 $211 $109 $3 $(186)$493 $(114)$ $379 
Balances at end of period:
Total assets$43,510 $52,351 $12,385 $40,413 $41,225 $2,314 $192,198 $(20,966)$ $171,232 
Total loans, net21,994 25,454 11,780 131 528  59,887 (890)2,267 61,264 
Goodwill 358     358 100  458 
Total deposits37,395 40,170 41,995 1,193 1,409  122,162 (3,434)8,535 127,263 
Six Months Ended June 30, 2021
Net interest income (expense)$414 $380 $162 $25 $(6)$(2)$973 $13 $68 $1,054 
Other operating income158 138 218 157 54 29 754 (6)(60)688 
Total operating income572 518 380 182 48 27 1,727 1,742 
Expected credit losses / provision for credit losses(1)(50)(122)— (1)— (174)(282)— (456)
573 568 502 182 49 27 1,901 289 2,198 
Operating expenses642 303 190 146 51 102 1,434 42 1,484 
Profit (loss) before income tax$(69)$265 $312 $36 $(2)$(75)$467 $247 $— $714 
Balances at end of period:
Total assets$64,120 $43,360 $9,851 $50,626 $45,044 $1,820 $214,821 $(19,933)$— $194,888 
Total loans, net21,778 21,517 9,396 360 477 — 53,528 (2,261)2,584 53,851 
Goodwill— 358 — — — — 358 100 — 458 
Total deposits38,416 43,340 46,244 2,170 908 — 131,078 (4,213)20,500 147,365 
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 Group Reporting Basis Consolidated Amounts   
GBM
WPBCMBGBMSSGBM OtherCCTotal
Group Reporting Basis
Adjust-
ments(1)
Group Reporting Basis
Reclassi-
fications(2)
U.S. GAAP
Consolidated
Totals
 (in millions)
Three Months Ended March 31, 2023
Net interest income (expense)$213 $285 $139 $(68)$ $(26)$543 $1 $(61)$483 
Other operating income52 72 54 177 21 10 386 (7)74 453 
Total operating income (expense)265 357 193 109 21 (16)929 (6)13 936 
Expected credit losses / provision for credit losses10 16 3    29 (9) 20 
255 341 190 109 21 (16)900 3 13 916 
Operating expenses175 150 135 69 18 32 579 37 13 629 
Profit (loss) before income tax$80 $191 $55 $40 $3 $(48)$321 $(34)$ $287 
Balances at end of period:
Total assets$42,518 $54,607 $10,506 $34,692 $37,546 $2,496 $182,365 $(15,815)$ $166,550 
Total loans, net22,429 24,793 9,812 507 273  57,814 (747)1,807 58,874 
Goodwill 358     358 100  458 
Total deposits31,166 43,229 40,422 1,260 1,378  117,455 (2,022)6,735 122,168 
Three Months Ended March 31, 2022
Net interest income (expense)$169 $185 $78 $16 $(2)$(1)$445 $$31 $477 
Other operating income163 83 124 142 24 (8)528 (20)(22)486 
Total operating income (expense)332 268 202 158 22 (9)973 (19)963 
Expected credit losses / provision for credit losses(27)(2)— — — (25)36 — 11 
328 295 204 158 22 (9)998 (55)952 
Operating expenses242 147 117 69 24 66 665 12 686 
Profit (loss) before income tax$86 $148 $87 $89 $(2)$(75)$333 $(67)$— $266 
Balances at end of period:
Total assets$46,143 $52,519 $10,988 $39,648 $44,165 $2,030 $195,493 $(18,477)$— $177,016 
Total loans, net21,675 23,484 10,533 194 1,219 — 57,105 (1,566)2,604 58,143 
Goodwill— 358 — — — — 358 100 — 458 
Total deposits40,217 40,746 43,355 1,358 743 — 126,419 (2,821)7,577 131,175 
(1)Represents adjustments associated with differences between U.S. GAAP and the Group Reporting Basis.
(2)Represents differences in financial statement presentation between U.S. GAAP and the Group Reporting Basis.

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16. Retained Earnings and Regulatory Capital Requirements
Bank dividends are one of the sources of funds used for payment of shareholder dividends and other HSBC USA cash needs. Approval from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency ("OCC") is required if the total of all dividends HSBC Bank USA declares in any year exceeds the cumulative net income for that year, combined with the net income for the two preceding years reduced by dividends attributable to those years. OCC approval also is required for a reduction of permanent capital of HSBC Bank USA. Under a separate restriction, payment of dividends is prohibited in amounts greater than undivided profits then on hand, after deducting actual losses and bad debts. Bad debts are debts due and unpaid for a period of six months unless well secured, as defined, and in the process of collection.
We are subject to regulatory capital rules issued by U.S. banking regulators including Basel III (the "Basel III rule"). A bank or bank holding company's failure to meet minimum capital requirements can result in certain mandatory actions and possibly additional discretionary actions by its regulators. The following table summarizes the capital amounts and ratios of HSBC USA and HSBC Bank USA, calculated in accordance with the Basel III rule at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021:2022:
June 30, 2022December 31, 2021March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
Capital
Amount
Well-Capitalized 
Ratio(1)
 Actual
Ratio
Capital
Amount
Well-Capitalized
Ratio(1)
 Actual
Ratio
Capital
Amount
Well-Capitalized 
Ratio(1)
 Actual
Ratio
Capital
Amount
Well-Capitalized
Ratio(1)
 Actual
Ratio
(dollars are in millions) (dollars are in millions)
Common equity Tier 1 ratio:Common equity Tier 1 ratio:Common equity Tier 1 ratio:
HSBC USAHSBC USA$15,729 4.5 %(2)15.0 %$15,341 4.5 %(2)15.1 %HSBC USA$14,163 4.5 %(2)13.8 %$13,950 4.5 %(2)13.5 %
HSBC Bank USAHSBC Bank USA18,137 6.5 17.6 17,665 6.5 17.6 HSBC Bank USA16,787 6.5 16.6 16,492 6.5 16.3 
Tier 1 capital ratio:Tier 1 capital ratio:Tier 1 capital ratio:
HSBC USAHSBC USA16,994 6.0 16.2 16,606 6.0 16.3 HSBC USA14,428 6.0 14.1 14,215 6.0 13.8 
HSBC Bank USAHSBC Bank USA20,637 8.0 20.1 20,165 8.0 20.1 HSBC Bank USA18,287 8.0 18.1 17,992 8.0 17.8 
Total capital ratio:Total capital ratio:Total capital ratio:
HSBC USAHSBC USA19,255 10.0 18.4 18,821 10.0 18.5 HSBC USA16,805 10.0 16.4 16,579 10.0 16.1 
HSBC Bank USAHSBC Bank USA22,673 10.0 22.0 22,157 10.0 22.1 HSBC Bank USA20,419 10.0 20.2 20,114 10.0 19.9 
Tier 1 leverage ratio:Tier 1 leverage ratio:Tier 1 leverage ratio:
HSBC USAHSBC USA16,994 4.0 (2)9.8 16,606 4.0 (2)8.5 HSBC USA14,428 4.0 (2)8.6 14,215 4.0 (2)8.5 
HSBC Bank USAHSBC Bank USA20,637 5.0 12.1 20,165 5.0 10.5 HSBC Bank USA18,287 5.0 11.1 17,992 5.0 10.9 
Risk-weighted assets:(3)
Risk-weighted assets:(3)
Risk-weighted assets:(3)
HSBC USAHSBC USA104,674 101,827 HSBC USA102,442 103,101 
HSBC Bank USAHSBC Bank USA102,877 100,363 HSBC Bank USA101,205 101,331 
Adjusted quarterly average assets:(4)
Adjusted quarterly average assets:(4)
Adjusted quarterly average assets:(4)
HSBC USAHSBC USA173,191 194,469 HSBC USA168,610 167,866 
HSBC Bank USAHSBC Bank USA170,178 192,521 HSBC Bank USA165,190 164,564 
(1)HSBC USA and HSBC Bank USA are categorized as "well-capitalized," as defined by their principal regulators. To be categorized as well-capitalized under regulatory guidelines, a banking institution must maintain capital equal to or in excess of the ratios reflected in the above table, and must not be subject to a directive, order, or written agreement to meet and maintain specific capital levels.
(2)There are no common equity Tier 1 or Tier 1 leverage ratio components in the definition of a well-capitalized bank holding company. The ratios shown are the regulatory minimums.
(3)Calculated using the Standardized Approach.
(4)Represents the Tier 1 leverage ratio denominator which reflects quarterly average assets adjusted for amounts permitted to be deducted from Tier 1 capital.
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal banking agencies issued a final rule that provided the option to transition in the regulatory capital impacts of the current expected credit loss accounting standard over a five-year period. In 2020, HSBC North America and HSBC Bank USA elected the five-year transition option and, as a result, our capital ratios were being reported in accordance with the transition rules in the final rule. However, as of December 31, 2021, there was no remaining
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impact to regulatory capital under the transition rules and, therefore, there are no amounts being phased into regulatory capital in subsequent periods.

17. Variable Interest Entities
In the ordinary course of business, we have organized special purpose entities ("SPEs") primarily to structure financial products to meet our clients' investment needs, to facilitate clients to access and raise financing from capital markets and to securitize financial assets held to meet our own funding needs. For disclosure purposes, we aggregate SPEs based on the purpose, risk characteristics and business activities of the SPEs. An SPE is a VIE if it lacks sufficient equity investment at risk to finance its activities without additional subordinated financial support or, as a group, the holders of the equity investment at risk lack either a) the power through voting or similar rights to direct the activities of the entity that most significantly impacts the entity's economic performance; or b) the obligation to absorb the entity's expected losses, the right to receive the expected residual returns, or both.
Variable Interest Entities  We consolidate VIEs in which we hold a controlling financial interest as evidenced by the power to direct the activities of a VIE that most significantly impact its economic performance and the obligation to absorb losses of, or the right to receive benefits from, the VIE that could potentially be significant to the VIE and therefore are deemed to be the primary beneficiary. We take into account our entire involvement in a VIE (explicit or implicit) in identifying variable interests that individually or in the aggregate could be significant enough to warrant our designation as the primary beneficiary and hence require us to consolidate the VIE or otherwise require us to make appropriate disclosures. We consider our involvement to be potentially significant where we, among other things, (i) enter into derivative contracts to absorb the risks and benefits from the VIE or from the assets held by the VIE; (ii) provide a financial guarantee that covers assets held or liabilities issued by a VIE; (iii) sponsor the VIE in that we design, organize and structure the transaction; and (iv) retain a financial or servicing interest in the VIE.
We are required to evaluate whether to consolidate a VIE when we first become involved and on an ongoing basis. In almost all cases, a qualitative analysis of our involvement in the entity provides sufficient evidence to determine whether we are the primary beneficiary. In rare cases, a more detailed analysis to quantify the extent of variability to be absorbed by each variable interest holder is required to determine the primary beneficiary.
Consolidated VIEs  The following table summarizes assets and liabilities related to our consolidated VIEs at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 20212022 which are consolidated on our balance sheet. Assets and liabilities exclude intercompany balances that eliminate in consolidation.
June 30, 2022December 31, 2021 March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
Consolidated
Assets
Consolidated
Liabilities
Consolidated
Assets
Consolidated
Liabilities
Consolidated
Assets
Consolidated
Liabilities
Consolidated
Assets
Consolidated
Liabilities
(in millions) (in millions)
Low income housing limited liability partnership:Low income housing limited liability partnership:Low income housing limited liability partnership:
Other assetsOther assets$44 $ $54 $— Other assets$33 $— $36 $— 
Interest, taxes and other liabilitiesInterest, taxes and other liabilities 25 — Interest, taxes and other liabilities— 11 — 14 
SubtotalSubtotal44 25 54 Subtotal33 11 36 14 
Venture debt financing entity:Venture debt financing entity:Venture debt financing entity:
Loans118  46 — 
Loans, netLoans, net140 — 162 — 
Other assetsOther assets2  — Other assets— — 
Interest, taxes and other liabilitiesInterest, taxes and other liabilities 3 — Interest, taxes and other liabilities— — 
SubtotalSubtotal120 3 47 Subtotal148 170 
TotalTotal$164 $28 $101 $Total$181 $18 $206 $22 
Low income housing limited liability partnership  In 2009, all low income housing investments held by us at the time were transferred to a Limited Liability Partnership ("LLP") in exchange for debt and equity while a third party invested cash for an equity interest that was mandatorily redeemable.. The LLP was created in order to ensure the utilization of future tax benefits from these low income housing tax projects. The LLP was deemed to be a VIE asbecause it does not have sufficient equity investment at risk to finance its activities. Upon entering into this transaction, we concluded that we were the primary beneficiary of the LLP due to the nature of our continuing involvement and, as a result, we consolidatedconsolidate the LLP and reported the equity interest issued to the third party investor in long-term debt andreport the assets of the LLP in other assets on our consolidated balance sheet. The investments held by the LLP represent equity investments in the underlying low income housing partnerships. The LLP does not consolidate the underlying partnerships because it does not have the power to direct the activities of the partnerships
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that most significantly impact the economic performance of the partnerships. In 2019, the equity interest issued to the third party investor was redeemed.
We amortize our low income housing investments in proportion to the allocated tax benefits under the proportional amortization method and present the associated tax benefits net of investment amortization in income tax expense.
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Venture debt financing entity HSBC USA has organized and provided equity financing to HSBC Ventures USA Inc. ("HSBC Ventures"), an entity designed to provide debt financing to venture capital-backed companies generally in the form of term or revolving loans, or loan commitments. Given the generally early stage and development of the companies, the loans are typically collateralized by all of the company's assets and intellectual property, or by specific items such as receivables or equipment. The loan terms may, at times, also include warrants for company stock granting HSBC Ventures a share of the financial returns in case of a positive realization event. HSBC USA also provides debt financing to HSBC Ventures in the form of loans on an as-needed basis. HSBC Ventures is a VIE because it does not have sufficient equity investment at risk to finance its activities. As the sole investor, HSBC USA is considered to be the primary beneficiary because it has the obligation to absorb losses and the right to receive benefits that could be potentially significant to HSBC Ventures. As a result, we consolidate HSBC Ventures and report the third party loans and warrants, if any, on our consolidated balance sheet.
Unconsolidated VIEs  We also have variable interests in other VIEs that are not consolidated because we are not the primary beneficiary. The following table provides additional information on these unconsolidated VIEs, including the variable interests held by us and our maximum exposure to loss arising from our involvement in these VIEs, at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021:2022:
Total Assets Held by Unconsolidated VIEsCarrying Value of Variable Interests Held Reported asMaximum
Exposure
to Loss
Total Assets Held by Unconsolidated VIEsCarrying Value of Variable Interests Held Reported asMaximum
Exposure
to Loss
AssetsLiabilitiesAssetsLiabilities
(in millions) (in millions)
At June 30, 2022
At March 31, 2023At March 31, 2023
Limited partnership investmentsLimited partnership investments$6,404 $846 $407 $846 Limited partnership investments$6,517 $789 $372 $789 
Asset-backed financing SPEAsset-backed financing SPE973 812  812 Asset-backed financing SPE777 614  614 
TotalTotal$7,377 $1,658 $407 $1,658 Total$7,294 $1,403 $372 $1,403 
At December 31, 2021
At December 31, 2022At December 31, 2022
Limited partnership investmentsLimited partnership investments$6,700 $825 $407 $825 Limited partnership investments$6,611 $796 $360 $796 
Asset-backed financing SPEAsset-backed financing SPE1,033 873 — 873 Asset-backed financing SPE777 616 — 616 
TotalTotal$7,733 $1,698 $407 $1,698 Total$7,388 $1,412 $360 $1,412 
Information on the types of VIEs with which we are involved, the nature of our involvement and the variable interests held in those entities is presented below.
Limited partnership investments We invest as a limited partner in partnerships that operate qualified affordable housing, renewable energy and community development projects. The returns of these investments are generated primarily from the tax benefits, including Federal tax credits and tax deductions from operating losses in the project companies. In addition, some of the investments help us comply with the Community Reinvestment Act. Certain limited partnership structures are considered to be VIEs because either (a) they do not have sufficient equity investment at risk or (b) the limited partners with equity at risk do not have substantive kick-out rights through voting rights or substantive participating rights over the general partner. As a limited partner, we are not the primary beneficiary of the VIEs and do not consolidate them. Our investments in these partnerships are recorded in other assets on the consolidated balance sheet. The maximum exposure to loss shown in the table above represents our recorded investments as well as any outstanding funding commitments extended to the partnerships.
Asset-backed financing SPE DuringIn 2021, we sold a portfolio of commercial real estate loans and provided a loan to the third-party buyer sponsored SPE for a portion of the purchase price. The SPE is an asset-backed financing entity that issued residual beneficial interests to third-party investors. The loan we provided to the SPE is senior to the residual beneficial interests and is secured by the commercial real estate loans held by the SPE. Cash flows from the commercial real estate loans will be used first to settle the interest and principal payments of the loan, with any excess cash flows attributable to the residual interest holders. The SPE is a VIE in which we have a variable interest through our ownership of the loan, which is an arm’s-length transaction. We do not have the power to direct the activities that most significantly impact the VIE’s economic performance. In addition, the VIE is designed such that the residual interest holders absorb any expected loss and/or benefit that could be potentially significant to the VIE and, therefore, we are not the primary beneficiary. The maximum exposure to loss shown in the table above represents our recorded investment in the loan without consideration of any recovery benefits from the value of the commercial real estate loans.
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Third-party sponsored securitization entities  We invest in asset-backed securities issued by third-party sponsored securitization entities which may be considered VIEs. The investments are transacted at arm's-length and decisions to invest are based on a credit analysis of the underlying collateral assets or the issuer. We are a passive investor in these issuers and do not have the power to direct the activities of these issuers. As such, we do not consolidate these securitization entities. Additionally, we do not have other involvements in servicing or managing the collateral assets or provide financial or liquidity support to these issuers which potentially give rise to risk of loss exposure. These investments are an integral part of the disclosure in Note 4, "Trading
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"Trading Assets and Liabilities," Note 5, "Securities," and Note 19, "Fair Value Measurements," and, therefore, are not disclosed in this note to avoid redundancy.
In addition to the above, we have established and manage money market funds and non-money market mutual funds to provide customers with investment opportunities. As fund manager, we may be entitled to receive management fees based on the assets under management. We do not consolidate the funds because we do not absorb the majority of the expected future risk associated with the fund's assets, including interest rate, liquidity, credit and other relevant risks that are expected to affect the value of the assets.

18. Guarantee Arrangements, Pledged Assets and Repurchase Agreements
Guarantee Arrangements As part of our normal operations, we enter into credit derivatives and various off-balance sheet guarantee arrangements with affiliates and third parties. These arrangements arise principally in connection with our lending and client intermediation activities and include standby letters of credit and certain credit derivative transactions. The contractual amounts of these arrangements represent our maximum possible credit exposure in the event that we are required to fulfill the maximum obligation under the contractual terms of the guarantee.
The following table presents total carrying value and contractual amounts of our sell protection credit derivatives and major off-balance sheet guarantee arrangements at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021.2022. Following the table is a description of the various arrangements.
June 30, 2022December 31, 2021 March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
Carrying
Value
Notional / Maximum
Exposure to Loss
Carrying
Value
Notional / Maximum
Exposure to Loss
Carrying
Value
Notional / Maximum
Exposure to Loss
Carrying
Value
Notional / Maximum
Exposure to Loss
(in millions) (in millions)
Credit derivatives(1)(2)
Credit derivatives(1)(2)
$(52)$3,695 $$2,174 
Credit derivatives(1)(2)
$54 $6,229 $40 $3,949 
Financial standby letters of credit, net of participations(3)(4)
Financial standby letters of credit, net of participations(3)(4)
 5,484 — 5,339 
Financial standby letters of credit, net of participations(3)(4)
 5,884 — 6,000 
Performance standby letters of credit, net of participations(3)(4)
Performance standby letters of credit, net of participations(3)(4)
 3,045 — 2,961 
Performance standby letters of credit, net of participations(3)(4)
 3,235 — 3,264 
TotalTotal$(52)$12,224 $$10,474 Total$54 $15,348 $40 $13,213 
(1)Includes $1,883$3,688 million and $1,591$2,744 million of notional issued for the benefit of HSBC affiliates at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, respectively.
(2)For credit derivatives, the maximum loss is represented by the notional amounts without consideration of mitigating effects from collateral or recourse arrangements.
(3)Includes $1,981$2,058 million and $1,969$2,069 million of both financial and performance standby letters of credit issued for the benefit of HSBC affiliates at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, respectively.
(4)For standby letters of credit, maximum loss represents losses to be recognized assuming the letters of credit have been fully drawn and the obligors have defaulted with zero recovery.
Credit-Risk Related Guarantees
Credit derivatives  Credit derivatives are financial instruments that transfer the credit risk of a reference obligation from the credit protection buyer to the credit protection seller who is exposed to the credit risk without buying the reference obligation. We sell credit protection on underlying reference obligations (such as loans or securities) by entering into credit derivatives, primarily in the form of credit default swaps, with various institutions. We account for all credit derivatives at fair value. Where we sell credit protection to a counterparty that holds the reference obligation, the arrangement is effectively a financial guarantee on the reference obligation. Under a credit derivative contract, the credit protection seller will reimburse the credit protection buyer upon occurrence of a credit event (such as bankruptcy, insolvency, restructuring or failure to meet payment obligations when due) as defined in the derivative contract, in return for a periodic premium. Upon occurrence of a credit event, we will pay the counterparty the stated notional amount of the derivative contract and receive the underlying reference obligation. The recovery value of the reference obligation received could be significantly lower than its notional principal amount when a credit event occurs.
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Certain derivative contracts are subject to master netting arrangements and related collateral agreements. A party to a derivative contract may demand that the counterparty post additional collateral in the event its net exposure exceeds certain predetermined limits and when the credit rating falls below a certain grade. We set the collateral requirements by counterparty such that the collateral covers various transactions and products, and is not allocated to specific individual contracts.
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We manage our exposure to credit derivatives using a variety of risk mitigation strategies where we enter into offsetting hedge positions or transfer the economic risks, in part or in entirety, to investors through the issuance of structured credit products. We actively manage the credit and market risk exposure in the credit derivative portfolios on a net basis and, as such, retain no or a limited net position at any time. The following table summarizes our net credit derivative positions at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021:2022:
June 30, 2022December 31, 2021 March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
Carrying / Fair
Value
NotionalCarrying / Fair
Value
Notional
Carrying / Fair
Value
NotionalCarrying / Fair
Value
Notional
(in millions) (in millions)
Sell-protection credit derivative positionsSell-protection credit derivative positions$(52)$3,695 $$2,174 Sell-protection credit derivative positions$54 $6,229 $40 $3,949 
Buy-protection credit derivative positionsBuy-protection credit derivative positions44 7,924 (62)4,849 Buy-protection credit derivative positions(65)12,070 (32)14,598 
Net position(1)
Net position(1)
$(8)$4,229 $(55)$2,675 
Net position(1)
$(11)$5,841 $$10,649 
(1)Positions are presented net in the table above to provide a complete analysis of our risk exposure and depict the way we manage our credit derivative portfolio. The offset of the sell-protection credit derivatives against the buy-protection credit derivatives may not be legally binding in the absence of master netting agreements with the same counterparty. Furthermore, the credit loss triggering events for individual sell-protection credit derivatives may not be the same or occur in the same period as those of the buy-protection credit derivatives thereby not providing an exact offset.
Standby letters of credit  A standby letter of credit is issued to a third party for the benefit of a client and is a guarantee that the client will perform or satisfy certain obligations under a contract. It irrevocably obligates us to pay a specified amount to the third party beneficiary if the client fails to perform the contractual obligation. We issue two types of standby letters of credit: performance and financial. A performance standby letter of credit is issued where the client is required to perform some non-financial contractual obligation, such as the performance of a specific act, whereas a financial standby letter of credit is issued where the client's contractual obligation is of a financial nature, such as the repayment of a loan or debt instrument.
The issuance of a standby letter of credit is subject to our credit approval process and collateral requirements. We charge fees for issuing letters of credit commensurate with the client's credit evaluation and the nature of any collateral. Included in other liabilities are deferred fees on standby letters of credit amounting to $50$53 million and $51$52 million at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, respectively. Also included in other liabilities is an allowance for credit losses on unfunded standby letters of credit of $12$30 million and $14$15 million at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, respectively.
The following table summarizes the credit ratings related to guarantees including the ratings of counterparties against which we sold credit protection and financial standby letters of credit at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 as an indicative proxy of payment risk:
Average
Life
(in years)
Credit Ratings of the Obligors Average
Life
(in years)
Credit Ratings of the Obligors
Notional/Contractual AmountsNotional/Contractual AmountsInvestment
Grade
Non-Investment
Grade
TotalNotional/Contractual AmountsInvestment
Grade
Non-Investment
Grade
Total
(dollars are in millions) (dollars are in millions)
Sell-protection Credit Derivatives(1)
Sell-protection Credit Derivatives(1)
Sell-protection Credit Derivatives(1)
Single name credit default swaps (CDS)2.1$966 $704 $1,670 
Single name credit default swapsSingle name credit default swaps1.3$1,372 $557 $1,929 
Index credit derivativesIndex credit derivatives6.6766 1,259 2,025 Index credit derivatives5.42,525 1,775 4,300 
SubtotalSubtotal1,732 1,963 3,695 Subtotal3,897 2,332 6,229 
Standby Letters of Credit(2)
Standby Letters of Credit(2)
1.16,575 1,954 8,529 
Standby Letters of Credit(2)
0.96,631 2,488 9,119 
TotalTotal$8,307 $3,917 $12,224 Total$10,528 $4,820 $15,348 
(1)The credit ratings in the table represent external credit ratings for classification as investment grade and non-investment grade.
(2)External ratings for most of the obligors are not available. Presented above are the internal credit ratings which are developed using similar methodologies and rating scale equivalent to external credit ratings for purposes of classification as investment grade and non-investment grade.
Our internal credit ratings are determined based on HSBC's risk rating systems and processes which assign a credit grade based on a scale which ranks the risk of default of a client. The credit grades are assigned and used for managing risk and determining level of credit exposure appetite based on the client's operating performance, liquidity, capital structure and debt service ability. In addition, we also incorporate subjective judgments into the risk rating process concerning such things as industry trends, comparison of performance to industry peers and perceived quality of management. We compare our internal risk ratings to
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outside external rating agency benchmarks, where possible, at the time of formal review and regularly monitor whether our risk ratings are comparable to the external ratings benchmark data.
A non-investment grade rating of a referenced obligor has a negative impact to the fair value of the credit derivative and increases the likelihood that we will be required to perform under the credit derivative contract. We employ market-based parameters and, where possible, use the observable credit spreads of the referenced obligors as measurement inputs in
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determining the fair value of the credit derivatives. We believe that such market parameters are more indicative of the current status of payment/performance risk than external ratings by the rating agencies which may not be forward-looking in nature and, as a result, lag behind those market-based indicators.
Non Credit-Risk Related Guarantees and Other Arrangements
Visa covered litigation  In 2008, we received Class B Shares as part of Visa's initial public offering ("IPO"). Pursuant to the IPO, we, along with all the other Class B shareholders, agreed to indemnify Visa for the claims and obligations arising from certain specific covered litigation. The Class B Shares are not eligible to be converted into publicly traded Class A Shares until settlement of the covered litigation described in Note 30, "Litigation and Regulatory Matters,"Matters" in our 20212022 Form 10-K. Accordingly, the Class B Shares are considered restricted and are only transferable under limited circumstances, which include transfers to other Class B shareholders.
In 2016 and 2017, we sold substantially all of our Visa Class B Shares to a third party. Under the terms of the sale agreements, we entered into swap agreements with the purchaser to retain the litigation risk associated with the Class B Shares sold until the related litigation is settled and the Class B Shares can be converted into Class A Shares. These swaps had a carrying value of $54$27 million and $38 million at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, respectively. The swap agreements we entered into with the purchaser require us to (a) make periodic payments, calculated by reference to the market price of Class A Shares and (b) make or receive payments based on subsequent changes in the conversion rate of Class B Shares into Class A Shares. We have entered into a total return swap position to economically hedge the periodic payments made under these swap agreements. The payments under the derivative will continue until the Class B Shares are able to be converted into Class A Shares. The fair value of the swap agreements is estimated using a discounted cash flow methodology and is dependent upon the final resolution of the related litigation. Changes in fair value between periods are recognized in other income (loss). In the second quarter of 2022, we recorded a loss of $31 million related to an increase in the expected timing of the final resolution of the related litigation and, to a lesser extent, a change in the Visa Class B Share conversion rate. See Note 10, "Derivative Financial Instruments," for further information.
Clearing houses and exchanges  We are a member of various exchanges and clearing houses that trade and clear securities and/or derivatives contracts. Under the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2010, members of a clearing house may be required to contribute to a guaranty fund to backstop members' obligations to the clearing house. As a member, we may be required to pay a proportionate share of the financial obligations of another member who defaults on its obligations to the exchange or the clearing house. Our guarantee obligations would arise only if the exchange or clearing house had exhausted its resources. Any potential contingent liability under these membership agreements cannot be estimated.
Lease Obligations We are obligated under a number of noncancellable operating leases for premises and equipment. See Note 12, "Leases," in our 20212022 Form 10-K for a full discussion of our leases, including a maturity analysis of our operating lease liabilities. During the second quarter of 2022, we entered into a new 20-year operating lease agreement to relocate our U.S. headquarters to 66 Hudson Boulevard, New York, New York. The lease contains certain renewal and termination options and is expected to commence in the first quarter of 2024. We currently expect to record a lease ROU asset and a corresponding operating lease liability of approximately $230 million upon commencement of the lease.
Mortgage Loan Repurchase Obligations  We originate and sell mortgage loans to third parties and provide various representations and warranties related to, among other things, the ownership of the loans, the validity of the liens, the loan selection and origination process, and the compliance to the origination criteria established by the government agencies. In the event of a breach of our representations and warranties, we may be obligated to repurchase the loans with identified defects or to indemnify the buyers. Our contractual obligation arises only when the breach of representations and warranties are discovered and repurchase is demanded.
In estimating our repurchase liability arising from breaches of representations and warranties, we consider historical losses on residual risks not covered by settlement agreements adjusted for any risk factors not captured in the historical losses as well as the level of outstanding repurchase demands received. Outstanding repurchase demands received were immaterial at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021.2022.
Our estimated repurchase liability for obligations arising from the breach of representations and warranties associated with mortgage loans sold was $12 million and $3$15 million at June 30, 2022both March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021, respectively.2022. Our repurchase liability represents our best estimate of the loss that has been incurred, including interest, arising from breaches of representations and warranties associated with mortgage loans sold. Because the level of mortgage loan repurchase losses is
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dependent upon economic factors, investor demand strategies and other external risk factors such as housing market trends that may change, the level of the liability for mortgage loan repurchase losses requires significant judgment. We continue to evaluate our methods of determining the best estimate of loss based on recent trends. As these estimates are influenced by factors outside our control, there is uncertainty inherent in these estimates making it reasonably possible that they could change. The range of reasonably possible losses in excess of our recorded repurchase liability is between zero and $30 million at June 30, 2022.March 31, 2023. This estimated range of reasonably possible losses was determined primarily based upon modifying the assumptions utilized in our best estimate of probable losses to reflect what we believe to be reasonably possible adverse assumptions.
Securitization Activity  In addition to the repurchase risk described above, we have also been involved as a sponsor/seller of loans used to facilitate whole loan securitizations underwritten by our affiliate, HSI. In this regard, we began acquiring residential mortgage loans in 2005 which were warehoused on our balance sheet with the intent of selling them to HSI to
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facilitate HSI's whole loan securitization program which was discontinued in 2007. During 2005-2007, we purchased and sold $24 billion of such loans to HSI which were subsequently securitized and sold by HSI to third parties. See "Mortgage Securitization Matters" in Note 30, "Litigation and Regulatory Matters," in our 20212022 Form 10-K for additional discussion of related exposure. The outstanding principal balance on these loans was approximately $2.6 billion and $2.7$2.5 billion at June 30, 2022both March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021, respectively.2022.
Pledged Assets
Pledged assets included in the consolidated balance sheet consisted of the following:
June 30, 2022December 31, 2021March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
(in millions) (in millions)
Interest bearing deposits with banks(1)
Interest bearing deposits with banks(1)
$934 $563 
Interest bearing deposits with banks(1)
$649 $878 
Trading assets(2)
Trading assets(2)
1,559 1,773 
Trading assets(2)
1,877 1,255 
Securities available-for-sale(3)
Securities available-for-sale(3)
4,874 7,618 
Securities available-for-sale(3)
3,296 3,179 
Securities held-to-maturity(3)
Securities held-to-maturity(3)
423 599 
Securities held-to-maturity(3)
444 466 
Loans(4)
Loans(4)
16,716 17,777 
Loans(4)
17,693 17,530 
Other assets(5)
Other assets(5)
1,637 1,211 
Other assets(5)
1,212 1,319 
TotalTotal$26,143 $29,541 Total$25,171 $24,627 
(1)Represents gross amount of cash on deposit with banks primarily related to derivative collateral-support agreements, of which a majority has been netted against derivative liabilities on the consolidated balance sheet.
(2)Trading assets are primarily pledged against liabilities associated with repurchase agreements.
(3)Securities are primarily pledged against derivatives, public fund deposits, trust deposits and various short-term and long term borrowings, as well as providing capacity for potential secured borrowings from the FHLB and the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.
(4)Loans are primarily residential mortgage loans pledged against current and potential borrowings from the FHLB and the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.
(5)Represents gross amount of cash on deposit with non-banks primarily related to derivative collateral support agreements, of which a majority has been netted against derivative liabilities on the consolidated balance sheet.
Debt securities pledged as collateral under repurchase agreements that can be sold or repledged by the secured party continue to be reported on the consolidated balance sheet. The fair value of securities available-for-sale that could be sold or repledged was $991$25 million and $2,410$55 million at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, respectively. The fair value of trading assets that could be sold or repledged was $1,559$1,877 million and $1,749$1,255 million at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, respectively.
The fair value of collateral we accepted under security resale agreements but was not reported on the consolidated balance sheet was $9,184$24,241 million and $12,848$27,913 million at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, respectively. Of this collateral, $9,084$23,666 million and $12,848$25,838 million could be sold or repledged at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, respectively, of which $2,158$549 million and $538$3,290 million, respectively, had been sold or repledged as collateral under repurchase agreements or to cover short sales.
Repurchase Agreements
We enter into purchases of securities under agreements to resell (resale agreements) and sales of securities under agreements to repurchase (repurchase agreements) identical or substantially the same securities. Resale and repurchase agreements are accounted for as secured lending and secured borrowing transactions, respectively.
Repurchase agreements may require us to deposit cash or other collateral with the lender. In connection with resale agreements, it is our policy to obtain possession of collateral, which may include the securities purchased, with market value in excess of the principal amount loaned. The market value of the collateral subject to the resale and repurchase agreements is regularly
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monitored, and additional collateral is obtained or provided when appropriate, to ensure appropriate collateral coverage of these secured financing transactions.
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The following table provides information about resale and repurchase agreements that are subject to offset at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021:2022:
Gross Amounts Not Offset in the Balance SheetGross Amounts Not Offset in the Balance Sheet
Gross Amounts Recognized
Gross Amounts Offset in the Balance Sheet(1)
Net Amounts Presented in the Balance Sheet
Financial Instruments(2)
Cash Collateral Received / Pledged
Net Amount(3)
Gross Amounts Recognized
Gross Amounts Offset in the Balance Sheet(1)
Net Amounts Presented in the Balance Sheet
Financial Instruments(2)
Cash Collateral Received / Pledged
Net Amount(3)
(in millions)(in millions)
At June 30, 2022
At March 31, 2023At March 31, 2023
Assets:Assets:Assets:
Securities purchased under resale agreementsSecurities purchased under resale agreements$9,263 $4,322 $4,941 $4,906 $33 $2 Securities purchased under resale agreements$24,169 $2,448 $21,721 $21,717 $ $4 
Liabilities:Liabilities:Liabilities:
Securities sold under repurchase agreementsSecurities sold under repurchase agreements$4,786 $4,322 $464 $460 $4 $ Securities sold under repurchase agreements$2,448 $2,448 $ $ $ $ 
At December 31, 2021
At December 31, 2022At December 31, 2022
Assets:Assets:Assets:
Securities purchased under resale agreementsSecurities purchased under resale agreements$12,871 $2,357 $10,514 $10,464 $50 $— Securities purchased under resale agreements$27,795 $4,710 $23,085 $23,082 $— $
Liabilities:Liabilities:Liabilities:
Securities sold under repurchase agreementsSecurities sold under repurchase agreements$4,672 $2,357 $2,315 $2,315 $— $— Securities sold under repurchase agreements$4,710 $4,710 $— $— $— $— 
(1)Represents recognized amount of resale and repurchase agreements with counterparties subject to legally enforceable netting agreements that meet the applicable netting criteria as permitted by generally accepted accounting principles.
(2)Represents securities received or pledged to cover financing transaction exposures.
(3)Represents the amount of our exposure that is not collateralized / covered by pledged collateral.
The following table provides the class of collateral pledged and remaining contractual maturity of repurchase agreements accounted for as secured borrowings at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021:2022:
Overnight and ContinuousUp to 30 Days31 to 90 Days91 Days to One YearGreater Than One YearTotalOvernight and ContinuousUp to 30 Days31 to 90 Days91 Days to One YearGreater Than One YearTotal
(in millions)(in millions)
At June 30, 2022
At March 31, 2023At March 31, 2023
U.S. Treasury, U.S. Government sponsored and U.S. Government agency securitiesU.S. Treasury, U.S. Government sponsored and U.S. Government agency securities$2,572 $1,315 $237 $662 $ $4,786 U.S. Treasury, U.S. Government sponsored and U.S. Government agency securities$398 $898 $830 $322 $ $2,448 
At December 31, 2021
At December 31, 2022At December 31, 2022
U.S. Treasury, U.S. Government sponsored and U.S. Government agency securitiesU.S. Treasury, U.S. Government sponsored and U.S. Government agency securities$— $3,442 $1,151 $79 $— $4,672 U.S. Treasury, U.S. Government sponsored and U.S. Government agency securities$2,729 $1,074 $386 $521 $— $4,710 

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19. Fair Value Measurements
Accounting principles related to fair value measurements provide a framework for measuring fair value that focuses on the exit price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in the principal market (or in the absence of the principal market, the most advantageous market) accessible in an orderly transaction between willing market participants (the "Fair Value Framework"). Where required by the applicable accounting standards, assets and liabilities are measured at fair value using the "highest and best use" valuation premise. Fair value measurement guidance clarifies that financial instruments do not have alternative use and, as such, the fair value of financial instruments should be determined using an "in-exchange" valuation premise. However, the fair value measurement guidance provides a valuation exception and permits an entity to measure the fair value of a group of financial assets and financial liabilities with offsetting credit risks and/or market risks based on the exit price it would receive or pay to transfer the net risk exposure of a group of assets or liabilities if certain conditions are met. We elected to apply the measurement exception to a group of derivative instruments with offsetting credit risks and market risks, which primarily relate to interest rate, foreign currency, debt and equity price risk, and commodity price risk as of the reporting date.
Fair Value Adjustments  The best evidence of fair value is quoted market price in an actively traded market, where available. In the event listed price or market quotes are not available, valuation techniques that incorporate relevant transaction data and market parameters reflecting the attributes of the asset or liability under consideration are applied. Where applicable, fair value adjustments are made to ensure the financial instruments are appropriately recorded at fair value. The fair value adjustments reflect the risks associated with the products, contractual terms of the transactions, and the liquidity of the markets in which the transactions occur. The fair value adjustments are broadly categorized by the following major types:
Credit valuation adjustment - The credit valuation adjustment is an adjustment to a group of financial assets and financial liabilities, predominantly derivative assets and derivative liabilities, to reflect the credit quality of the parties to the transaction in arriving at fair value. A credit valuation adjustment to a financial asset is required to reflect the default risk of the counterparty. A debit valuation adjustment to a financial liability is recorded to reflect the default risk of HUSI. See "Valuation Techniques - Derivatives" below for additional details.
Liquidity risk adjustment - The liquidity risk adjustment (primarily in the form of bid-offer adjustment) reflects the cost that would be incurred to close out the market risks by hedging, disposing or unwinding the position. Valuation models generally produce mid-market values. The bid-offer adjustment is made in such a way that results in a measure that reflects the exit price that most represents the fair value of the financial asset or financial liability under consideration or, where applicable, the fair value of the net market risk exposure of a group of financial assets or financial liabilities. These adjustments relate primarily to Level 2 assets.
Model valuation adjustment - Where fair value measurements are determined using an internal valuation model based on observable and unobservable inputs, certain valuation inputs may be less readily determinable. There may be a range of possible valuation inputs that market participants may assume in determining the fair value measurement. The resultant fair value measurement has inherent measurement risk if one or more parameters are unobservable and must be estimated. An input valuation adjustment is necessary to reflect the likelihood that market participants may use different input parameters, and to mitigate the possibility of measurement error. In addition, the values derived from valuation techniques are affected by the choice of valuation model and model limitation. When different valuation techniques are available, the choice of valuation model can be subjective. Furthermore, the valuation model applied may have measurement limitations. In those cases, an additional valuation adjustment is also applied to mitigate the measurement risk. Model valuation adjustments are not material and relate primarily to Level 2 instruments.
We apply stress scenarios in determining appropriate liquidity risk and model risk adjustments for Level 3 fair values by reviewing the historical data for unobservable inputs (e.g., correlation, volatility). Some stress scenarios involve at least a 95 percent confidence interval (i.e., two standard deviations). We also utilize unobservable parameter adjustments when instruments are valued using internally developed models which reflects the uncertainty in the value estimates provided by the model.
Funding Fair Value Adjustment ("FFVA") - The FFVA reflects the estimated present value of the future market funding cost or benefit associated with funding uncollateralized derivative exposure at unsecured funding spreads. See "Valuation Techniques - Derivatives" below for additional details.
Fair Value Hierarchy  The Fair Value Framework establishes a three-tiered fair value hierarchy as follows:
Level 1 quoted market price - Level 1 inputs are quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.
Level 2 valuation technique using observable inputs - Level 2 inputs include quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in active markets, quoted prices for identical or similar assets or liabilities in markets that are inactive, and measurements
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determined using valuation models where all significant inputs are observable, such as interest rates and yield curves that are observable at commonly quoted intervals.
Level 3 valuation technique with significant unobservable inputs - Level 3 inputs are unobservable inputs for the asset or liability and include situations where fair values are measured using valuation techniques based on one or more significant unobservable inputs.
Classification within the fair value hierarchy is based on whether the lowest hierarchical level input that is significant to the fair value measurement is observable. As such, the classification within the fair value hierarchy is dynamic and can be transferred to other hierarchy levels in each reporting period.
Where fair value measurements are determined based on information obtained from independent pricing services or brokers, Finance applies appropriate validation procedures to substantiate fair value. For price validation purposes, quotations from at least two independent pricing sources are obtained for each financial instrument, where possible.
The following factors are considered in determining fair values:
similarities between the asset or the liability under consideration and the asset or liability for which quotation is received;
collaboration of pricing by referencing to other independent market data such as market transactions and relevant benchmark indices;
consistency among different pricing sources;
the valuation approach and the methodologies used by the independent pricing sources in determining fair value;
the elapsed time between the date to which the market data relates and the measurement date;
the source of the fair value information; and
whether the security is traded in an active or inactive market.
Greater weight is given to quotations of instruments with recent market transactions, pricing quotes from dealers who stand ready to transact, quotations provided by market-makers who structured such instrument and market consensus pricing based on inputs from a large number of survey participants. Any significant discrepancies among the external quotations are reviewed and adjustments to fair values are recorded where appropriate. Where the transaction volume of a specific instrument has been reduced and the fair value measurement becomes less transparent, Finance will apply more detailed procedures to understand and challenge the appropriateness of the unobservable inputs and the valuation techniques used by the independent pricing service. Where applicable, Finance will develop a fair value estimate using its own pricing model inputs to test reasonableness. Where fair value measurements are determined using internal valuation models, Finance will validate the fair value measurement by either developing unobservable inputs based on the industry consensus pricing surveys in which we participate or back testing by observing the actual settlements occurring soon after the measurement date.

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Assets and Liabilities Recorded at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis  The following table presents information about our assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, and indicates the fair value hierarchy of the valuation techniques utilized to determine such fair value. Unless otherwise noted below, assets and liabilities in the following table are recorded at fair value through net income.
Fair Value Measurements on a Recurring Basis Fair Value Measurements on a Recurring Basis
June 30, 2022Level 1Level 2Level 3Gross
Balance
Netting(6)
Net
Balance
March 31, 2023March 31, 2023Level 1Level 2Level 3Gross
Balance
Netting(1)
Net
Balance
(in millions) (in millions)
Assets:Assets:Assets:
Trading assets, excluding derivatives:Trading assets, excluding derivatives:Trading assets, excluding derivatives:
U.S. Treasury, U.S. Government agencies and sponsored enterprisesU.S. Treasury, U.S. Government agencies and sponsored enterprises$1,964 $398 $ $2,362 $ $2,362 U.S. Treasury, U.S. Government agencies and sponsored enterprises$2,073 $407 $ $2,480 $ $2,480 
Debt securities issued by foreign entitiesDebt securities issued by foreign entities1,606   1,606  1,606 Debt securities issued by foreign entities1,677   1,677  1,677 
Equity securitiesEquity securities9,065   9,065  9,065 Equity securities7,761   7,761  7,761 
Precious metals tradingPrecious metals trading 3,372  3,372  3,372 Precious metals trading 4,430  4,430  4,430 
Derivatives:(1)
Derivatives:(2)
Derivatives:(2)
Interest rate contractsInterest rate contracts26 1,764 2 1,792  1,792 Interest rate contracts14 1,404 2 1,420  1,420 
Foreign exchange contractsForeign exchange contracts 16,613 3 16,616  16,616 Foreign exchange contracts 11,969 8 11,977  11,977 
Equity contractsEquity contracts 1,642 84 1,726  1,726 Equity contracts 651 98 749  749 
Precious metals contractsPrecious metals contracts6 1,295  1,301  1,301 Precious metals contracts1 1,565  1,566  1,566 
Credit contractsCredit contracts 77  77  77 Credit contracts 118 2 120  120 
Other contracts(2)
  7 7  7 
Other contracts(3)
Other contracts(3)
  3 3  3 
Derivatives nettingDerivatives netting    (19,172)(19,172)Derivatives netting    (14,579)(14,579)
Total derivativesTotal derivatives32 21,391 96 21,519 (19,172)2,347 Total derivatives15 15,707 113 15,835 (14,579)1,256 
Securities available-for-sale:(3)(4)
Securities available-for-sale:(3)(4)
Securities available-for-sale:(3)(4)
U.S. Treasury, U.S. Government agencies and sponsored enterprisesU.S. Treasury, U.S. Government agencies and sponsored enterprises9,398 19,193  28,591  28,591 U.S. Treasury, U.S. Government agencies and sponsored enterprises8,381 16,893  25,274  25,274 
Asset-backed securities:Asset-backed securities:Asset-backed securities:
Home equityHome equity  16 16  16 Home equity  14 14  14 
OtherOther  97 97  97 Other  93 93  93 
Debt securities issued by foreign entitiesDebt securities issued by foreign entities2,251 107  2,358  2,358 Debt securities issued by foreign entities1,238 107  1,345  1,345 
Loans(5)
Loans(5)
 18  18  18 
Loans held for sale(4)(5)
Loans held for sale(4)(5)
 194 �� 194  194 
Loans held for sale(4)(5)
 304 50 354  354 
Other assets:Other assets:Other assets:
Mortgage servicing rightsMortgage servicing rights  22 22  22 Mortgage servicing rights  21 21  21 
Equity securitiesEquity securities 132  132  132 Equity securities 127  127  127 
Equity securities measured at net asset value(5)(6)
Equity securities measured at net asset value(5)(6)
   144  144 
Equity securities measured at net asset value(5)(6)
   139  139 
Total assetsTotal assets$24,316 $44,787 $231 $69,478 $(19,172)$50,306 Total assets$21,145 $37,993 $291 $59,568 $(14,579)$44,989 
Liabilities:Liabilities:Liabilities:
Domestic deposits(4)
$ $1,518 $500 $2,018 $ $2,018 
Domestic deposits(5)
Domestic deposits(5)
$ $1,134 $270 $1,404 $ $1,404 
Trading liabilities, excluding derivativesTrading liabilities, excluding derivatives907 340  1,247  1,247 Trading liabilities, excluding derivatives984   984  984 
Derivatives:(1)
Derivatives:(2)
Derivatives:(2)
Interest rate contractsInterest rate contracts17 1,544 6 1,567  1,567 Interest rate contracts16 1,323 6 1,345  1,345 
Foreign exchange contractsForeign exchange contracts 16,398 3 16,401  16,401 Foreign exchange contracts 11,385 8 11,393  11,393 
Equity contractsEquity contracts21 897 366 1,284  1,284 Equity contracts 592 182 774  774 
Precious metals contractsPrecious metals contracts 1,108  1,108  1,108 Precious metals contracts 1,623  1,623  1,623 
Credit contractsCredit contracts 78 1 79  79 Credit contracts 136  136  136 
Other contracts(2)
  54 54  54 
Other contracts(3)
Other contracts(3)
  27 27  27 
Derivatives nettingDerivatives netting    (17,554)(17,554)Derivatives netting    (13,784)(13,784)
Total derivativesTotal derivatives38 20,025 430 20,493 (17,554)2,939 Total derivatives16 15,059 223 15,298 (13,784)1,514 
Long-term debt(4)
 5,027 2,093 7,120  7,120 
Long-term debt(5)
Long-term debt(5)
 6,552 2,395 8,947  8,947 
Total liabilitiesTotal liabilities$945 $26,910 $3,023 $30,878 $(17,554)$13,324 Total liabilities$1,000 $22,745 $2,888 $26,633 $(13,784)$12,849 

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Fair Value Measurements on a Recurring Basis Fair Value Measurements on a Recurring Basis
December 31, 2021Level 1Level 2Level 3Gross
Balance
Netting(6)
Net
Balance
December 31, 2022December 31, 2022Level 1Level 2Level 3Gross
Balance
Netting(1)
Net
Balance
(in millions) (in millions)
Assets:Assets:Assets:
Trading assets, excluding derivatives:Trading assets, excluding derivatives:Trading assets, excluding derivatives:
U.S. Treasury, U.S. Government agencies and sponsored enterprisesU.S. Treasury, U.S. Government agencies and sponsored enterprises$2,337 $432 $— $2,769 $— $2,769 U.S. Treasury, U.S. Government agencies and sponsored enterprises$1,670 $369 $— $2,039 $— $2,039 
Debt securities issued by foreign entitiesDebt securities issued by foreign entities134 33 — 167 — 167 Debt securities issued by foreign entities6,337 54 — 6,391 — 6,391 
Equity securitiesEquity securities15,795 — — 15,795 — 15,795 Equity securities7,855 — — 7,855 — 7,855 
Precious metals tradingPrecious metals trading— 3,907 — 3,907 — 3,907 Precious metals trading— 3,831 — 3,831 — 3,831 
Derivatives:(1)
Derivatives:(2)
Derivatives:(2)
Interest rate contractsInterest rate contracts1,839 1,848 — 1,848 Interest rate contracts1,846 1,856 — 1,856 
Foreign exchange contractsForeign exchange contracts— 11,350 — 11,350 — 11,350 Foreign exchange contracts— 15,734 10 15,744 — 15,744 
Equity contractsEquity contracts— 1,845 213 2,058 — 2,058 Equity contracts— 956 72 1,028 — 1,028 
Precious metals contractsPrecious metals contracts936 — 940 — 940 Precious metals contracts— 1,201 — 1,201 — 1,201 
Credit contractsCredit contracts— 28 — 28 — 28 Credit contracts— 108 110 — 110 
Other contracts(2)
— — — 
Other contracts(3)
Other contracts(3)
— — — 
Derivatives nettingDerivatives netting— — — — (14,788)(14,788)Derivatives netting— — — — (18,278)(18,278)
Total derivativesTotal derivatives12 15,998 219 16,229 (14,788)1,441 Total derivatives19,845 91 19,944 (18,278)1,666 
Securities available-for-sale:(3)(4)
Securities available-for-sale:(3)(4)
Securities available-for-sale:(3)(4)
U.S. Treasury, U.S. Government agencies and sponsored enterprisesU.S. Treasury, U.S. Government agencies and sponsored enterprises10,817 22,049 — 32,866 — 32,866 U.S. Treasury, U.S. Government agencies and sponsored enterprises8,195 17,196 — 25,391 — 25,391 
Asset-backed securities:Asset-backed securities:Asset-backed securities:
Home equityHome equity— — 19 19 — 19 Home equity— — 15 15 — 15 
OtherOther— — 101 101 — 101 Other— — 93 93 — 93 
Debt securities issued by foreign entitiesDebt securities issued by foreign entities2,201 111 — 2,312 — 2,312 Debt securities issued by foreign entities1,740 106 — 1,846 — 1,846 
Loans(5)
Loans(5)
— 20 — 20 — 20 
Loans held for sale(4)(5)
Loans held for sale(4)(5)
— 48 — 48 — 48 
Loans held for sale(4)(5)
— 188 49 237 — 237 
Other assets:Other assets:Other assets:
Mortgage servicing rightsMortgage servicing rights— — 16 16 — 16 Mortgage servicing rights— — 22 22 — 22 
Equity securitiesEquity securities— 144 — 144 — 144 Equity securities127 127 — 127 
Equity securities measured at net asset value(5)(6)
Equity securities measured at net asset value(5)(6)
— — — 138 — 138 
Equity securities measured at net asset value(5)(6)
— — — 140 — 140 
Other(5)(7)
Other(5)(7)
— 325 — 325 — 325 
Total assetsTotal assets$31,296 $42,722 $355 $74,511 $(14,788)$59,723 Total assets$25,805 $42,061 $270 $68,276 $(18,278)$49,998 
Liabilities:Liabilities:Liabilities:
Domestic deposits(4)(5)
Domestic deposits(4)(5)
$— $2,214 $535 $2,749 $— $2,749 
Domestic deposits(4)(5)
$— $1,181 $373 $1,554 $— $1,554 
Trading liabilities, excluding derivativesTrading liabilities, excluding derivatives1,103 46 — 1,149 — 1,149 Trading liabilities, excluding derivatives837 — — 837 — 837 
Derivatives:(1)
Derivatives:(2)
Derivatives:(2)
Interest rate contractsInterest rate contracts10 1,888 1,899 — 1,899 Interest rate contracts1,471 1,484 — 1,484 
Foreign exchange contractsForeign exchange contracts— 11,124 11,126 — 11,126 Foreign exchange contracts— 15,500 10 15,510 — 15,510 
Equity contractsEquity contracts— 1,194 167 1,361 — 1,361 Equity contracts625 298 927 — 927 
Precious metals contractsPrecious metals contracts— 779 — 779 — 779 Precious metals contracts1,254 — 1,255 — 1,255 
Credit contractsCredit contracts— 80 82 — 82 Credit contracts— 106 — 106 — 106 
Other contracts(2)
— — 38 38 — 38 
Other contracts(3)
Other contracts(3)
— — 38 38 — 38 
Derivatives nettingDerivatives netting— — — — (13,287)(13,287)Derivatives netting— — — — (17,154)(17,154)
Total derivativesTotal derivatives10 15,065 210 15,285 (13,287)1,998 Total derivatives11 18,956 353 19,320 (17,154)2,166 
Long-term debt(4)(5)
Long-term debt(4)(5)
— 7,089 1,853 8,942 — 8,942 
Long-term debt(4)(5)
— 5,739 2,639 8,378 — 8,378 
Other liabilities(5)(7)
Other liabilities(5)(7)
— 325 — 325 — 325 
Total liabilitiesTotal liabilities$1,113 $24,414 $2,598 $28,125 $(13,287)$14,838 Total liabilities$848 $26,201 $3,365 $30,414 $(17,154)$13,260 
(1)Represents counterparty and cash collateral netting which allow the offsetting of amounts relating to certain contracts if certain conditions are met.
(2)Includes trading derivative assets of $2,303$1,211 million and $1,405$1,614 million and trading derivative liabilities of $2,519$1,259 million and $1,874$1,966 million at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, respectively, as well as derivatives held for hedging and commitments accounted for as derivatives.other non-qualifying economic hedging activities. See Note 10, "Derivative Financial Instruments," for additional information. Excluding changes in fair value of a derivative instrument associated with a qualifying cash flow hedge, which are recognized initially in other comprehensive income (loss), derivative assets and liabilities are recorded at fair value through net income.
(2)(3)Consists of swap agreements entered into in conjunction with the sales of Visa Class B Shares.
(3)(4)Securities available-for-sale are recorded at fair value through other comprehensive income (loss). Changes in the allowance for credit losses on securities available-for-sale are recorded through net income.
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(5)See Note 11, "Fair Value Option," for additional information. Excluding the fair value movement on fair value option liabilities attributable to our own credit spread, which is recorded in other comprehensive income (loss), fair value option assets and liabilities are recorded at fair value through net income.
(5)(6)Investments that are measured at fair value using the net asset value per share practical expedient have not been classified in the fair value hierarchy.
(6)(7)Represents counterpartyConsisted of an asset and cash collateral netting which allow the offsetting of amounts relating to certain contracts if certain conditions are met.a liability associated with a client share repurchase transaction.
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Information on Level 3 assets and liabilities  The following table summarizes additional information about changes in the fair value of Level 3 assets and liabilities during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and 2021.2022. As a risk management practice, we may risk manage the Level 3 assets and liabilities, in whole or in part, using securities and derivative positions that are classified as Level 1 or Level 2 measurements within the fair value hierarchy. Since those Level 1 and Level 2 risk management positions are not included in the table below, the information provided does not reflect the effect of such risk management activities related to the Level 3 assets and liabilities.
Apr. 1,
2022
Total Realized / Unrealized Gains
(Losses) Included in
Purch-
ases
Issu-
ances
Settle-
ments
Transfers
Into
Level 3
Transfers
Out of
Level 3
Jun. 30,
2022
Current Period Unrealized Gains
(Losses) Still Held Included in
Jan. 1,
2023
Total Realized / Unrealized Gains
(Losses) Included in
Purch-
ases
Issu-
ances
Settle-
ments
Transfers
Into
Level 3
Transfers
Out of
Level 3
Mar. 31,
2023
Current Period Unrealized Gains
(Losses) Still Held Included in
EarningsOther Compre-
hensive
Income
(Loss)
EarningsOther Compre-
hensive
Income
(Loss)
EarningsOther Compre-
hensive
Income (Loss)
EarningsOther Compre-
hensive
Income (Loss)
(in millions) (in millions)
Assets:Assets:Assets:
Derivatives, net:(1)
Derivatives, net:(1)
Derivatives, net:(1)
Interest rate contractsInterest rate contracts$(1)$(1)$ $ $ $ $(2)$ $(4)$ $ Interest rate contracts$(5)$1 $ $ $ $ $ $ $(4)$1 $ 
Foreign exchange contractsForeign exchange contracts(1)1          Foreign exchange contracts           
Equity contractsEquity contracts(1)(221)   (53)(7) (282)(255) Equity contracts(226)128    12  2 (84)112  
Credit contractsCredit contracts(2)1       (1)1  Credit contracts2        2   
Other contracts(2)
Other contracts(2)
(24)(30)   7   (47)  
Other contracts(2)
(33)(2)   11   (24)  
Asset-backed securities available-for-sale(3)
Asset-backed securities available-for-sale(3)
114  (1) —    113  (1)
Asset-backed securities available-for-sale(3)
108  1   (2)  107  1 
Mortgage servicing rights(4)
21    1    22   
Loans held for sale(4)
Loans held for sale(4)
49   1     50   
Mortgage servicing rights(5)
Mortgage servicing rights(5)
22 (1)      21 (1) 
Total assetsTotal assets$106 $(250)$(1)$ $1 $(46)$(9)$ $(199)$(254)$(1)Total assets$(83)$126 $1 $1 $ $21 $ $2 $68 $112 $1 
Liabilities:Liabilities:Liabilities:
Domestic deposits(5)
$(492)$24 $3 $ $ $46 $(81)$ $(500)$20 $3 
Long-term debt(5)
(2,072)259 11  (358)98 (31) (2,093)252 11 
Domestic deposits(4)
Domestic deposits(4)
$(373)$(6)$4 $ $ $80 $ $25 $(270)$(2)$4 
Long-term debt(4)
Long-term debt(4)
(2,639)(166)22  (189)175 (1)403 (2,395)(119)22 
Total liabilitiesTotal liabilities$(2,564)$283 $14 $ $(358)$144 $(112)$ $(2,593)$272 $14 Total liabilities$(3,012)$(172)$26 $ $(189)$255 $(1)$428 $(2,665)$(121)$26 
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Jan. 1,
2022
Total Realized / Unrealized Gains
(Losses) Included in
Purch-
ases
Issu-
ances
Settle-
ments
Transfers
Into
Level 3
Transfers
Out of
Level 3
Jun. 30,
2022
Current Period Unrealized Gains
(Losses) Still Held Included in
EarningsOther Compre-
hensive
Income (Loss)
EarningsOther Compre-
hensive
Income (Loss)
 (in millions)
Assets:
Derivatives, net:(1)
Interest rate contracts$ $(1)$ $ $ $ $(3)$ $(4)$(1)$ 
Foreign exchange contracts(2)2          
Equity contracts46 (341)   (52)22 43 (282)(339) 
Credit contracts(2)1       (1)1  
Other contracts(2)
(33)(31)   17   (47)  
Asset-backed securities available-for-sale(3)
120  (4)  (3)  113  (4)
Mortgage servicing rights(4)
16 4   2    22 2  
Total assets$145 $(366)$(4)$ $2 $(38)$19 $43 $(199)$(337)$(4)
Liabilities:
Domestic deposits(5)
$(535)$45 $1 $ $ $116 $(130)$3 $(500)$38 $1 
Long-term debt(5)
(1,853)353 16  (658)200 (237)86 (2,093)319 16 
Total liabilities$(2,388)$398 $17 $ $(658)$316 $(367)$89 $(2,593)$357 $17 
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2021
Total Realized / Unrealized Gains
(Losses) Included in
Purch-
ases
Issu-
ances
Settle-
ments
Transfers
Into
Level 3
Transfers
Out of
Level 3
Jun. 30,
2021
Current Period
Unrealized Gains
(Losses) Still Held
Included in
EarningsOther Compre-
hensive
Income
(Loss)
EarningsOther Compre-
hensive
Income
(Loss)
 (in millions)
Assets:
Trading assets, excluding derivatives:(6)
Residential mortgage asset-backed securities$24 $— $— $— $— $— $— $(24)$— $— $— 
Derivatives, net:(1)
Interest rate contracts— — — — — — — 
Foreign exchange contracts(2)— — — — — — (1)— 
Equity contracts42 (117)— — — 81 (27)(13)(47)— 
Credit contracts45 — — — — — — 46 — 
Other contracts(2)
(50)(5)— — — — — (48)— — 
Asset-backed securities available-for-sale(3)
130 — (2)— — (2)— — 126 — (2)
Mortgage servicing rights(4)
11 (2)— — — — — 12 (2)— 
Total assets$202 $(116)$(2)$— $$86 $$(51)$130 $(41)$(2)
Liabilities:
Domestic deposits(5)
$(599)$(12)$$— $— $60 $(109)$66 $(593)$(12)$
Long-term debt(5)
(486)(20)(1)— (418)34 (34)(919)(23)(1)
Total liabilities$(1,085)$(32)$— $— $(418)$94 $(143)$72 $(1,512)$(35)$— 
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Jan. 1,
2021
Total Realized / Unrealized Gains
(Losses) Included in
Purch-
ases
Issu-
ances
Settle-
ments
Transfers
Into
Level 3
Transfers
Out of
Level 3
Jun. 30,
2021
Current Period
Unrealized Gains
(Losses) Still Held
Included in
Jan. 1,
2022
Total Realized / Unrealized Gains
(Losses) Included in
Purch-
ases
Issu-
ances
Settle-
ments
Transfers
Into
Level 3
Transfers
Out of
Level 3
Mar. 31,
2022
Current Period
Unrealized Gains
(Losses) Still Held
Included in
EarningsOther Compre-
hensive
Income (Loss)
EarningsOther Compre-
hensive
Income (Loss)
EarningsOther Compre-
hensive
Income (Loss)
EarningsOther Compre-
hensive
Income (Loss)
(in millions) (in millions)
Assets:Assets:Assets:
Trading assets, excluding derivatives:(6)
Residential mortgage asset-backed securities$15 $$— $— $— $— $— $(24)$— $$— 
Derivatives, net:(1)
Derivatives, net:(1)
Derivatives, net:(1)
Interest rate contractsInterest rate contracts34 (26)— — — — — — (12)— Interest rate contracts— — — — — — (1)— (1)(1)— 
Foreign exchange contractsForeign exchange contracts(10)— — — — — — (1)(11)— Foreign exchange contracts(2)— — — — — — (1)— 
Equity contractsEquity contracts119 (139)— — — 27 (28)(13)10 — Equity contracts46 (120)— — — 29 43 (1)(95)— 
Credit contractsCredit contracts63 (16)— — — (1)— — 46 (17)— Credit contracts(2)— — — — — — — (2)— — 
Other contracts(2)
Other contracts(2)
(59)(3)— — — 14 — — (48)— — 
Other contracts(2)
(33)(1)— — — 10 — — (24)— — 
Asset-backed securities available-for-sale(3)
Asset-backed securities available-for-sale(3)
131 — (1)— — (4)— — 126 — (1)
Asset-backed securities available-for-sale(3)
120 — (3)— — (3)— — 114 — (3)
Mortgage servicing rights(4)
(1)— — — — — 12 (1)— 
Mortgage servicing rights(5)
Mortgage servicing rights(5)
16 — — — — — 21 — 
Total assetsTotal assets$319 $(186)$(1)$— $$36 $$(52)$130 $(22)$(1)Total assets$145 $(116)$(3)$— $$$28 $43 $106 $(93)$(3)
Liabilities:Liabilities:Liabilities:
Domestic deposits(5)
$(646)$(8)$$— $— $88 $(109)$81 $(593)$(4)$
Long-term debt(5)
(448)(23)(1)— (541)123 (36)(919)(19)(1)
Domestic deposits(4)
Domestic deposits(4)
$(535)$21 $(2)$— $— $70 $(49)$$(492)$19 $(2)
Long-term debt(4)
Long-term debt(4)
(1,853)94 — (300)102 (206)86 (2,072)67 
Total liabilitiesTotal liabilities$(1,094)$(31)$— $— $(541)$211 $(145)$88 $(1,512)$(23)$— Total liabilities$(2,388)$115 $$— $(300)$172 $(255)$89 $(2,564)$86 $
(1)Level 3 net derivatives included derivative assets of $96$113 million and derivative liabilities of $430$223 million at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and derivative assets of $485$204 million and derivative liabilities of $493$233 million at June 30, 2021.March 31, 2022. Gains (losses) on derivatives, net are predominantly included in trading revenue and gain (loss) on instruments designated at fair value and related derivatives in the consolidated statement of income.
(2)Consists of swap agreements entered into in conjunction with the sales of Visa Class B Shares. Gains (losses) on these swap agreements are included in other income (loss) in the consolidated statement of income.
(3)Realized gains (losses) on securities available-for-sale are included in other securities gains, net in the consolidated statement of income. Changes in the allowance for credit losses on securities available-for-sale are included in the provision for credit losses in the consolidated statement of income. Unrealized gains (losses) on securities available-for-sale are included in other comprehensive income (loss).
(4)Gain (losses) on mortgage servicing rights are included in other income (loss) in the consolidated statement of income.
(5)Excluding unrealized gains (losses) on fair value option liabilities attributable to our own credit spread, which are recorded in other comprehensive income (loss), gains (losses) on fair value option assets and liabilities are included in gain (loss) on instruments designated at fair value and related derivatives in the consolidated statement of income.
(6)(5)Gains (losses) on trading assets, excluding derivativesmortgage servicing rights are included in trading revenueother income (loss) in the consolidated statement of income.
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Significant Unobservable Inputs for Recurring Fair Value Measurements
The following table presents quantitative information about the unobservable inputs used to determine the recurring fair value measurement of assets and liabilities classified as Level 3 fair value measurements at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021:2022:
June 30, 2022
March 31, 2023March 31, 2023
Financial Instrument TypeFinancial Instrument TypeFair Value (in millions)Valuation Technique(s)Significant Unobservable InputsRange of Inputs
Weighted Average(1)
Financial Instrument TypeFair Value (in millions)Valuation Technique(s)Significant Unobservable InputsRange of Inputs
Weighted Average(1)
Interest rate derivative contractsInterest rate derivative contracts$(4)Market comparable adjusted for probability to fund and, where applicable, option pricing modelProbability to fund for rate lock commitments49% - 99%83%Interest rate derivative contracts$(4)Market comparable adjusted for probability to fund and, where applicable, option pricing modelProbability to fund for rate lock commitments58% - 90%79%
Interest rate yield curve9%N/AInterest rate yield curve9%N/A
Foreign exchange derivative contracts(2)
Foreign exchange derivative contracts(2)
$ Option pricing modelCross-currency basis21bpsN/A
Foreign exchange derivative contracts(2)
$ Option pricing modelCross-currency basis26bpsN/A
Equity derivative contracts(2)
Equity derivative contracts(2)
$(282)Option pricing modelEquity / Equity Index volatility8% - 96%45%
Equity derivative contracts(2)
$(84)Option pricing modelEquity / Equity Index volatility6% - 86%40%
Equity / Equity and Equity / Index correlation44% - 97%85%Equity / Equity and Equity / Index correlation45% - 99%85%
Equity forward price$40 - $5,108$1,136Equity forward price$25 - $5,554$1,257
Credit derivative contractsCredit derivative contracts$(1)Option pricing model and, where applicable, discounted cash flowsCredit default swap spreads241bps - 410bps389bpsCredit derivative contracts$2 Option pricing model and, where applicable, discounted cash flowsCredit default swap spreads600bps - 1,256bps1,120bps
Other derivative contractsOther derivative contracts$(47)Discounted cash flowsConversion rate1.6 timesN/AOther derivative contracts$(24)Discounted cash flowsConversion rate1.6 timesN/A
Expected duration1.5 yearsN/AExpected duration0.75 yearsN/A
Asset-backed securities available-for-saleAsset-backed securities available-for-sale$113 Discounted cash flowsMarket assumptions related to yields for comparable instruments2% - 3%2%Asset-backed securities available-for-sale$107 Discounted cash flowsMarket assumptions related to yields for comparable instruments1% - 3%2%
Loans held for saleLoans held for sale$50 Market comparables and internal assumptionsAdjusted market price5% - 80%42%
Mortgage servicing rightsMortgage servicing rights$22 Discounted cash flowsConstant prepayment rates6% - 15%6%Mortgage servicing rights$21 Discounted cash flowsConstant prepayment rates6% - 16%6%
Discount rate8% - 13%8%Discount rate9% - 13%9%
Estimated annualized costs to service$72 - $76 per account$74 per accountEstimated annualized costs to service$72 - $76 per account$74 per account
Domestic deposits (structured deposits)(2)(3)
Domestic deposits (structured deposits)(2)(3)
$(500)Option adjusted discounted cash flowsEquity / Equity Index volatility8% - 25%20%
Domestic deposits (structured deposits)(2)(3)
$(270)Option adjusted discounted cash flowsEquity / Equity Index volatility8% - 20%17%
Equity / Equity and Equity / Index correlation49% - 89%66%Equity / Equity and Equity / Index correlation49% - 85%63%
Long-term debt (structured notes)(2)(3)
Long-term debt (structured notes)(2)(3)
$(2,093)Option adjusted discounted cash flowsEquity / Equity Index volatility8% - 59%31%
Long-term debt (structured notes)(2)(3)
$(2,395)Option adjusted discounted cash flowsEquity / Equity Index volatility8% - 37%23%
Equity / Equity and Equity / Index correlation44% - 97%85%Equity / Equity and Equity / Index correlation45% - 99%84%
Credit default swap spreads1,233bpsN/ACredit default swap spreads1,140bpsNA
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Financial Instrument TypeFinancial Instrument TypeFair Value (in millions)Valuation Technique(s)Significant Unobservable InputsRange of Inputs
Weighted Average(1)
Financial Instrument TypeFair Value (in millions)Valuation Technique(s)Significant Unobservable InputsRange of Inputs
Weighted Average(1)
Interest rate derivative contractsInterest rate derivative contracts$— Market comparable adjusted for probability to fund and, where applicable, option pricing modelProbability to fund for rate lock commitments36% - 99%83%Interest rate derivative contracts$(5)Market comparable adjusted for probability to fund and, where applicable, option pricing modelProbability to fund for rate lock commitments51% - 99%84%
Interest rate yield curve8%N/AInterest rate yield curve9%N/A
Foreign exchange derivative contracts(2)
Foreign exchange derivative contracts(2)
$(2)Option pricing modelImplied volatility of currency pairs0% - 9%6%
Foreign exchange derivative contracts(2)
$— Option pricing modelCross-currency basis103bpsN/A
Cross-currency basis(86)bpsN/A
Equity derivative contracts(2)
Equity derivative contracts(2)
$46 Option pricing modelEquity / Equity Index volatility8% - 85%40%
Equity derivative contracts(2)
$(226)Option pricing modelEquity / Equity Index volatility8% - 101%42%
Equity / Equity and Equity / Index correlation44% - 98%81%Equity / Equity and Equity / Index correlation45% - 99%85%
Equity dividend yields and forward price(4)% - 1%0%Equity forward price$39 - $5,271$1,243
Credit derivative contractsCredit derivative contracts$(2)Option pricing model and, where applicable, discounted cash flowsCredit default swap spreads76bps - 325bps234bpsCredit derivative contracts$Option pricing model and, where applicable, discounted cash flowsCredit default swap spreads491bps - 902bps885bps
Other derivative contractsOther derivative contracts$(33)Discounted cash flowsConversion rate1.6 timesN/AOther derivative contracts$(33)Discounted cash flowsConversion rate1.6 timesN/A
Expected duration1.0 yearN/AExpected duration1.0 yearN/A
Asset-backed securities available-for-saleAsset-backed securities available-for-sale$120 Discounted cash flowsMarket assumptions related to yields for comparable instruments3% - 4%3%Asset-backed securities available-for-sale$108 Discounted cash flowsMarket assumptions related to yields for comparable instruments2% - 3%2%
Loans held for saleLoans held for sale$49 Market comparables and internal assumptionsAdjusted market price5% - 80%42%
Mortgage servicing rightsMortgage servicing rights$16 Discounted cash flowsConstant prepayment rates10% - 16%12%Mortgage servicing rights$22 Discounted cash flowsConstant prepayment rates6% - 14%6%
Discount rate8% - 13%8%Discount rate9% - 13%9%
Estimated annualized costs to service$72 - $85 per account$75 per accountEstimated annualized costs to service$72 - $76 per account$74 per account
Domestic deposits (structured deposits)(2)(3)
Domestic deposits (structured deposits)(2)(3)
$(535)Option adjusted discounted cash flowsEquity / Equity Index volatility8% - 21%15%
Domestic deposits (structured deposits)(2)(3)
$(373)Option adjusted discounted cash flowsEquity / Equity Index volatility8% - 24%19%
Equity / Equity and Equity / Index correlation49% - 85%62%Equity / Equity and Equity / Index correlation49% - 88%63%
Long-term debt (structured notes)(2)(3)
Long-term debt (structured notes)(2)(3)
$(1,853)Option adjusted discounted cash flowsImplied volatility of currency pairs0% - 9%6%
Long-term debt (structured notes)(2)(3)
$(2,639)Option adjusted discounted cash flowsEquity / Equity Index volatility8% - 55%29%
Equity / Equity Index volatility8% - 71%31%Equity / Equity and Equity / Index correlation45% - 99%86%
Equity / Equity and Equity / Index correlation44% - 98%82%Credit default swap spreads1,223bpsN/A
Credit default swap spreads798bpsN/A
(1)For foreign exchange derivatives, equity derivatives, credit derivatives, structured deposits and structured notes, weighted averages are calculated based on the fair value of the instruments. For all remaining instrument types, weighted averages are calculated based on the notional value of the instruments.
(2)We are the client-facing entity and, except for structured notes and deposits with embedded credit derivative features, we enter into identical but opposite derivatives to transfer the resultant risks to our affiliates. With the exception of counterparty credit risks, we are market risk neutral in substantially all of the structured notes and deposits. The corresponding intra-group derivatives are presented as equity derivatives and foreign exchange derivatives in the table.
(3)Structured deposits and structured notes contain embedded derivative features whose fair value measurements contain significant Level 3 inputs. See equity derivatives and credit derivatives below for a discussion of the uncertainty of Level 3 inputs related to structured deposits and structured notes.
N/A Not Applicable
Uncertainty of Level 3 Inputs to Fair Value Measurements
Interest rate derivatives - For mortgage rate lock commitments, the fair value measurement is affected by the probability of executing and funding the mortgage. An increase (decrease) in the likelihood of a mortgage being executed would have resulted in a lower (higher) fair value measurement of the interest rate derivative. For certain other interest rate derivatives, the interest rates for longer dated tenors were not observable. An increase (decrease) in the interest rate would have resulted in a higher (lower) fair value measurement of the derivative depending on if we receive or pay the floating rate.
Foreign exchange derivatives - For certain foreign exchange derivatives, the cross-currency basis for longer dated tenors were not observable. An increase (decrease) in the cross-currency basis would have resulted in a higher (lower) fair value measurement of the derivative depending on if we receive or pay the floating rate plus the basis spread.
Equity derivatives - The fair value measurement of a structured equity derivative is primarily affected by the implied volatility of the underlying equity price. The level of volatility is a function of the nature of the underlying risk, the level of strike price and the years to maturity of the option. Depending on the underlying risk and tenure, we determine the implied volatility based on observable input where information is available. However, substantially all of the implied volatilities are derived based on historical information and are not observable. A significant increase (decrease) in the implied volatility would have resulted in a higher (lower) fair value of a long position in the derivative contract. For a derivative referenced to a basket of equities, the fair value measurement is also affected by the correlation of the referenced equities. Correlation measures the relative change in
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values among two or more variables (i.e., equity pair), which can be positively or negatively correlated. A majority of the
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correlations are not observable, but are derived based on historical data. A significant increase (decrease) in the correlation of the referenced variables would have resulted in a higher (lower) fair value of a long position in the derivative contract.
Foreign exchange derivatives - For certain foreign exchange derivatives, the cross-currency basis for longer dated tenors were not observable. An increase (decrease) in the cross-currency basis would have resulted in a higher (lower) fair value measurement of the derivative depending on if we receive or pay the floating rate plus the basis spread.
Credit derivatives - The fair value measurement of certain credit derivatives is primarily affected by the credit spreads of credit default swap contracts. A significant increase (decrease) in the credit spreads would have resulted in a lower (higher) fair value measurement of the credit derivative.
Other derivatives - The fair value of the swap agreements we entered into in conjunction with the sales of Visa Class B Shares is dependent upon the final resolution of the related litigation. Significant unobservable inputs used in the fair value measurement include estimated changes in the conversion rate of Visa Class B Shares into Visa Class A Shares and the expected timing of the final resolution. An increase (decrease) in the loss estimate or in the timing of the resolution of the related litigation would have resulted in a higher (lower) fair value measurement of the derivative.
Asset-backed securities available-for-sale - The fair value measurement of certain asset-backed securities is primarily affected by estimated yields which are determined based on current market yields of comparable instruments adjusted for market liquidity. An increase (decrease) in the yields would have resulted in a lower (higher) fair value measurement of the securities.
Loans held for sale - The fair value measurement of certain commercial loans held for sale is affected by estimated market prices which are unobservable. An increase (decrease) in the estimated prices would have resulted in a higher (lower) fair value measurement of the loans.
Mortgage servicing rights - The fair value measurement of mortgage servicing rights is primarily affected by the estimated prepayment rates of the mortgage loans and the discount rates. An increase (decrease) in either of these inputs would have resulted in a lower (higher) fair value measurement of the mortgage servicing rights.
Significant Transfers Into and Out of Level 3 Measurements During the sixthree months ended June 30, 2022,March 31, 2023, we transferred $3$25 million of domestic deposits and $403 million of long-term debt, which we have elected to carry at fair value, from Level 3 to Level 2 as a result of the embedded derivative no longer being unobservable as the derivative option is closer to maturity and there is more observability in short term volatility.
During the three months ended March 31, 2022, we transferred $86 million of long-term debt, which we have elected to carry at fair value, from Level 3 to Level 2 as a result of the embedded derivative no longer being unobservable as the derivative option is closer to maturity and there is more observability in short term volatility. During the sixthree months ended June 30,March 31, 2022, we also transferred $43 million of equity derivatives from Level 3 to Level 2 as the inputs used to value these contracts have become more observable. During the three and six months ended June 30,March 31, 2022, we transferred $81$49 million and $130 million, respectively, of domestic deposits and $31$206 million and $237 million, respectively, of long-term debt, which we elected to carry at fair value, from Level 2 to Level 3 as a result of a change in the observability of underlying inputs that resulted in the embedded derivative being unobservable. Additionally, during the sixthree months ended June 30,March 31, 2022, we transferred $22$29 million of equity derivatives from Level 2 to Level 3 as the inputs used to value these contracts have become less observable.
During the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, we transferred $66 million and $81 million, respectively, of domestic deposits and $6 million and $7 million, respectively, of long-term debt, which we have elected to carry at fair value, from Level 3 to Level 2 as a result of the embedded derivative no longer being unobservable as the derivative option is closer to maturity and there is more observability in short term volatility. During the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, we transferred $109 million and $109 million, respectively, of domestic deposits and $34 million and $36 million, respectively, of long-term debt, which we elected to carry at fair value, from Level 2 to Level 3 as a result of a change in the observability of underlying inputs that resulted in the embedded derivative being unobservable. Additionally, during the second quarter of 2021, we transferred $24 million of residential mortgage asset-backed securities and $27 million of equity derivatives from Level 3 to Level 2 as the inputs used to value these securities and derivative contracts have become more observable.
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Assets and Liabilities Recorded at Fair Value on a Non-recurring Basis  Certain financial and non-financial assets are measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis and therefore, are not included in the tables above. These assets include (a) loans classified as held for sale reported at the lower of amortized cost or fair value, (b) impaired loans or assets that are written down to fair value based on the valuation of underlying collateral during the period and (c) lease ROU assets or leasehold improvement assets that were written down during the period. These instruments are not measured at fair value on an ongoing basis but are subject to fair value adjustment in certain circumstances (e.g., impairment). The following table presents the fair value hierarchy level within which the fair value of the financial and non-financial assets has been recorded at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021.2022. The gains (losses) during the three and six months ended June 30,March 31, 2023 and 2022 and 2021 are also included.
Non-Recurring Fair Value Measurements at June 30, 2022Total Gains (Losses) For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2022Total Gains (Losses) For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2022 Non-Recurring Fair Value Measurements at March 31, 2023Total Gains (Losses) For the Three Months Ended March 31, 2023
Level 1Level 2Level 3Total
Level 1Level 2Level 3TotalTotal Gains (Losses) For the Three Months Ended March 31, 2023
(in millions) (in millions)
Consumer loans held for sale(1)
$ $5 $9 $14 $(7)$(8)
Consumer loans(2)(1)
Consumer loans(2)(1)
 115  115 1 3 
Consumer loans(2)(1)
$ $111 $ $111 $(1)
Commercial loans held for sale(3)(2)
Commercial loans held for sale(3)(2)
 6  6   
Commercial loans held for sale(3)(2)
 46  46 (1)
Commercial loans(4)(3)
Commercial loans(4)(3)
  129 129 (5) 
Commercial loans(4)(3)
  123 123 3 
Leases(5)(4)
Leases(5)(4)
    4 3 
Leases(5)(4)
    (15)
Total assets at fair value on a non-recurring basisTotal assets at fair value on a non-recurring basis$ $126 $138 $264 $(7)$(2)Total assets at fair value on a non-recurring basis$ $157 $123 $280 $(14)
Non-Recurring Fair Value Measurements at December 31, 2021Total Gains (Losses) For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2021Total Gains (Losses) For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2021 Non-Recurring Fair Value Measurements at December 31, 2022Total Gains (Losses) For the Three Months Ended March 31, 2022
Level 1Level 2Level 3Total
Level 1Level 2Level 3TotalTotal Gains (Losses) For the Three Months Ended March 31, 2022
(in millions) (in millions)
Consumer loans held for sale(1)(5)
Consumer loans held for sale(1)(5)
$— $24 $1,742 $1,766 $— $— 
Consumer loans held for sale(1)(5)
$— $$— $$(1)
Consumer loans(2)(1)
Consumer loans(2)(1)
— 102 — 102 
Consumer loans(2)(1)
— 112 — 112 
Commercial loans held for sale(3)
— 75 68 143 (12)(12)
Commercial loans(4)(3)
Commercial loans(4)(3)
— — 186 186 50 69 
Commercial loans(4)(3)
— — 52 52 
Leases(5)(4)
Leases(5)(4)
— — (55)(55)
Leases(5)(4)
— — — — (1)
Total assets at fair value on a non-recurring basisTotal assets at fair value on a non-recurring basis$— $201 $2,001 $2,202 $(15)$Total assets at fair value on a non-recurring basis$— $113 $52 $165 $
(1)At June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, the fair value of the loans held for sale was below cost. During 2021, certain consumer loans were transferred to held for sale for which significant inputs in estimating fair value were unobservable.
(2)Represents residential mortgage loans held for investment whose carrying amount was adjusted during the period based on the fair value of the underlying collateral.
(3)(2)At June 30, 2022 and DecemberMarch 31, 2021,2023, the fair value of the loans held for sale was below cost. During the second quarter of 2021, certain commercial loans were transferred to held for sale for which significant inputs in estimating fair value were unobservable.
(4)(3)Certain commercial loans are individually assessed for impairment. We measure the credit impairment of a collateral-dependent loan based on the fair value of the collateral asset. The collateral often involves real estate properties that are illiquid due to market conditions. As a result, these loans are classified as a Level 3 fair value measurement within the fair value hierarchy.
(5)(4)During the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, we reversed lease ROU asset and leasehold improvement asset impairment charges associated with certain office space that we determined we would exit. During the secondfirst quarter of 2021,2023, we determined that we would exit certain branches and, as a result, the lease ROU assets, leasehold improvement assets and equipment assets associated with these branches were written off. During the second quarter of 2021, we also wrote down the lease ROU assets and leasehold improvement assets associated with closed branches andthe exit of certain office space that we determined we would exit. In addition, duringspace. During the fourthfirst quarter of 2021,2022, we transferred onewrote down the lease ROU assets associated with the exit of our ownedcertain office space properties tospace.
(5)At December 31, 2022, the fair value of the loans held for sale and, as a result, its carrying amount was written down to an estimated fair value of $5 million.below cost.
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Significant Unobservable Inputs for Non-Recurring Fair Value Measurements
The following tables present quantitative information about non-recurring fair value measurements of assets and liabilities classified with Level 3 of the fair value hierarchy at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021:2022:
At June 30, 2022
At March 31, 2023At March 31, 2023
Financial Instrument TypeFinancial Instrument TypeFair Value (in millions)Valuation Technique(s)Significant Unobservable InputsRange of Inputs
Weighted Average(1)
Financial Instrument TypeFair Value (in millions)Valuation Technique(s)Significant Unobservable InputsRange of Inputs
Weighted Average(1)
Consumer loans held for sale$9 Market comparables and internal assumptionsAdjusted market price8% - 66%39%
Commercial loansCommercial loans129 Valuation of third party appraisal
on underlying collateral
Loss severity rates9% - 52%23%Commercial loans$123 Valuation of third party appraisal
on underlying collateral
Loss severity rates1% - 41%13%
At December 31, 2021
Financial Instrument TypeFair Value (in millions)Valuation Technique(s)Significant Unobservable InputsRange of Inputs
Weighted Average(1)
Consumer loans held for sale$1,742 Market comparables and internal assumptionsAdjusted market price10% - 100%98%
Commercial loans held for sale68 Market comparables and internal assumptionsAdjusted market price94%N/A
Commercial loans186 Valuation of third party appraisal
on underlying collateral
Loss severity rates2% - 76%23%
At December 31, 2022
Financial Instrument TypeFair Value (in millions)Valuation Technique(s)Significant Unobservable InputsRange of Inputs
Weighted Average(1)
Commercial loans$52 Valuation of third party appraisal
on underlying collateral
Loss severity rates11% - 47%31%
(1)Weighted average is calculated based on the carrying value of the loans.
N/A Not Applicable
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Valuation Techniques
Following is a description of valuation methodologies used for assets and liabilities recorded at fair value.
Consumer loans designated under FVO – We elected to apply FVO accounting to certain student loans. The fair value of these loans is based on observed market prices of instruments with similar characteristics.
Consumer loans held for sale – Consumer loans held for sale are recorded at the lower of amortized cost or fair value. The fair value of consumer loans held for sale is estimated using observed market prices of instruments with similar characteristics. Adjustments are made to reflect differences in collateral location, loan-to-value ratio, FICO scores, vintage year, default rates, the completeness of the loan documentation and other risk characteristics. Where observable market parameters are not available, fair value is estimated using the discounted cash flow method using assumptions consistent with those which would be used by market participants in valuing such loans, including estimates of prepayment rates, default rates, loss severities and market rates of return. We also may hold discussions on value directly with potential investors. For consumer loans transferred to held for sale during 2021, the fair value measurement processes use significant unobservable inputs to adjust market prices which are specific to the characteristics of the various loan portfolios.
Consumer loans held for sale designated under FVO – We previously elected to apply FVO accounting to certain student loans (which were subsequently transferred to held for sale during 2021). The fair value of these loans is based on observed market prices of instruments with similar characteristics.
Commercial loans held for sale - Commercial loans held for sale (that are not designated under FVO as discussed below) are recorded at the lower of amortized cost or fair value. The fair value of commercial loans held for sale is estimated using observable market pricing obtained from independent sources, relevant broker quotes or observed market prices of instruments with similar characteristics. We also may hold discussions on value directly with potential investors or take into account underlying collateral values. For certain commercial loans transferred to held for sale during the second quarter of 2021, the fair value measurement process used significant unobservable inputs to adjust market prices which are specific to the characteristics of the loan portfolio.
Commercial loans held for sale designated under FVO – We elected to apply FVO accounting to certain commercial loans held for sale at fair value.sale. Where available, fair value is based on observable market pricing obtained from independent sources, relevant broker quotes or observed market prices of instruments with similar characteristics. Where observable market parameters are not available, fair value is determined based on contractual cash flows adjusted for estimates of prepayment rates, expected default rates and loss severity discounted at management's estimate of the expected rate of return required by market participants. We also consider loan-specific risk mitigating factors such as collateral arrangements in determining the fair value estimate. For certain commercial loans held for sale, the fair value measurement process uses significant unobservable inputs to adjust market prices which are specific to the characteristics of the loans.
Commercial loans individually assessed for impairment – Generally represents collateral-dependent commercial loans with fair value determined based on pricing quotes obtained from an independent third party appraisal.
Precious metals trading - Precious metals trading primarily includes physical inventory which is valued using spot prices.
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 Securities - Where available, debt and equity securities are valued based on quoted market prices. If a quoted market price for the identical security is not available, the security is valued based on quotes from similar securities, where possible. For certain securities, internally developed valuation models are used to determine fair values or validate quotes obtained from pricing services. The following summarizes the valuation methodology used for our major security classes:
U.S. Treasury, U.S. Government agency issued or guaranteed and obligations of U.S. state and political subdivisions – As these securities transact in an active market, fair value measurements are based on quoted prices for the identical security or quoted prices for similar securities with adjustments as necessary made using observable inputs which are market corroborated.
U.S. Government sponsored enterprises – For government sponsored mortgage-backed securities which transact in an active market, fair value measurements are based on quoted prices for the identical security or quoted prices for similar securities with adjustments as necessary made using observable inputs which are market corroborated. For government sponsored mortgage-backed securities which do not transact in an active market, fair value is determined primarily based on pricing information obtained from pricing services and is verified by internal review processes.
Asset-backed securities – Fair value is primarily determined based on pricing information obtained from independent pricing services adjusted for the characteristics and the performance of the underlying collateral.
Foreign debt securities (government and corporate) - Government securities transact in an active market and therefore fair value measurements are based on quoted prices for the identical security or quoted prices for similar securities with adjustments as necessary made using observable inputs which are market corroborated. For non-callable corporate securities, a credit spread scale is created for each issuer. These spreads are then added to the equivalent maturity U.S. Treasury yield to determine current pricing. Credit spreads are obtained from the primary market, secondary trading levels and dealer quotes. For securities with early redemption features, an option adjusted spread model is incorporated to adjust the spreads determined above. Additionally, we survey the broker/dealer community to obtain relevant trade data including benchmark quotes and updated spreads.
Equity securities – Fair value measurements are determined based on quoted prices for the identical security. Certain equity securities represent investments in private equity funds that help us comply with the Community Reinvestment Act. The fair value of these investments are estimated using the net asset value per share as calculated by the fund
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managers. Distributions will be received from the funds as the underlying assets are liquidated. While the funds do not allow us to redeem our investments, we are permitted to sell or transfer our investments subject to the approval of the fund manager. Unfunded commitments associated with these investments totaled $27 million and $29$25 million at June 30, 2022both March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021, respectively.2022.
The following tables provide additional information relating to our available-for-sale asset-backed securities at June 30, 2022:March 31, 2023:
Rating of Securities:(1)
Collateral Type:Level 3
  (in millions)
AAA - AHome equity - Alt A$1614 
BBB - BOther9793 
$113107 
(1)We utilize S&P as the primary source of credit ratings in the tables above. If S&P ratings are not available, ratings by Moody's and Fitch are used in that order.
Derivatives – Derivatives are recorded at fair value. Asset and liability positions in individual derivatives that are covered by legally enforceable master netting agreements, including receivables (payables) for cash collateral posted (received), are offset and presented net in accordance with accounting principles which allow the offsetting of amounts.
Derivatives traded on an exchange are valued using quoted prices. OTC derivatives, which comprise a majority of derivative contract positions, are valued using valuation techniques. The fair value for the majority of our derivative instruments are determined based on internally developed models that utilize independently corroborated market parameters, including interest rate yield curves, option volatilities, and currency rates. For complex or long-dated derivative products where market data is not available, fair value may be affected by the underlying assumptions about, among other things, the timing of cash flows, expected exposure, probability of default and recovery rates. The fair values of certain structured derivative products are sensitive to unobservable inputs such as correlations of the referenced variables and volatilities of embedded options. These estimates are susceptible to significant change in future periods as market conditions change.
We typically use the risk-free rate/overnight indexed swap curves as the base discounting curve for measuring the fair value of all derivatives, both collateralized and uncollateralized, and apply a FFVA to reflect the estimated present value of the future market funding cost or benefit associated with funding uncollateralized derivative exposure at an unsecured market funding rate. The FFVA is calculated by applying future market funding spreads to the expected future funding exposure of any
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uncollateralized component of the OTC derivative portfolio. The expected future funding exposure is calculated by a simulation methodology, where available, and is adjusted for events that may terminate the exposure, such as the default of HUSI or the counterparty.
Significant inputs related to derivative classes are broken down as follows:
Credit Derivatives – Use credit default curves and recovery rates which are generally provided by broker quotes and various pricing services. Certain credit derivatives may also use correlation inputs in their model valuation.
Interest Rate Derivatives – Swaps use interest rate curves based on currency that are actively quoted by brokers and other pricing services. Options will also use volatility inputs which are also quoted in the broker market.
Foreign Exchange ("FX") Derivatives – FX transactions, to the extent possible, use spot and forward FX rates which are quoted in the broker market. Where applicable, we also use implied volatility of currency pairs as inputs.
Equity Derivatives – Use listed equity security pricing and implied volatilities from equity traded options position.
Precious Metal Derivatives – Use spot and forward metal rates which are quoted in the broker market.
As discussed earlier, we make fair value adjustments to model valuations in order to ensure that those values represent appropriate estimates of fair value. These adjustments, which are applied consistently over time, are generally required to reflect factors such as bid-ask spreads and counterparty credit risk that can affect prices in arms-length transactions with unrelated third parties. Such adjustments are based on management judgment and may not be observable.
We estimate the counterparty credit risk for financial assets and our own credit standing for financial liabilities (the "credit valuation adjustments") in determining the fair value measurement. For derivative instruments, we calculate the credit valuation adjustment by applying the probability of default of the counterparty to the expected exposure, and multiplying the result by the expected loss given default. We also take into consideration the risk mitigating factors including collateral agreements and master netting agreements in determining credit valuation adjustments. We estimate the implied probability of default based on the credit spread of the specific counterparty observed in the credit default swap market. Where credit default spread of the counterparty is not available, we use the credit default spread of a specific proxy (e.g., the credit default swap spread of the counterparty's parent) or a proxy based on credit default swaps referencing to credit names of similar credit standing.
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Real estate owned - Fair value is determined based on third party appraisals obtained at the time we take title to the property and, if less than the carrying amount of the loan, the carrying amount of the loan is adjusted to the fair value. The carrying amount of the property is further reduced, if necessary, at least every 90 days to reflect observable local market data, including local area sales data.
Mortgage servicing rights - Mortgage servicing rights are recorded at fair value. The fair value for the mortgage servicing rights is determined based on a single rate path cash flow analysis approach which involves discounting servicing cash flows under static interest rate projections at risk-adjusted rates. The valuation model also incorporates our best estimates of the prepayment speed of the mortgage loans, current cost to service and discount rates which are unobservable.
Client share repurchase transaction designated under FVO - We elected to apply FVO accounting to a client share repurchase transaction at December 31, 2022, which was completed during the first quarter of 2023. The fair value of the asset and liability associated with this transaction was determined based on the value of the remaining shares to be delivered.
Structured notes and deposits designated under FVO – Structured notes and deposits are hybrid instruments containing embedded derivatives and are elected to be measured at fair value in their entirety under FVO accounting principles. The valuation of hybrid instruments is predominantly driven by the derivative features embedded within the instruments and our own credit risk. The valuation of embedded derivatives may include significant unobservable inputs such as correlation of the referenced credit names or volatility of the embedded option. Cash flows of the funded notes and deposits in their entirety, including the embedded derivatives, are discounted at the relevant interest rates for the duration of the instrument adjusted for our own credit spreads. The credit spreads so applied are determined with reference to our own debt issuance rates observed in primary and secondary markets, internal funding rates, and the structured note rates in recent executions.
Long-term debt designated under FVO – We elected to apply FVO accounting to certain of our own debt issuances for which fair value hedge accounting otherwise would have been applied. These own debt issuances elected under FVO are traded in secondary markets and, as such, the fair value is determined based on observed prices for the specific instrument. The observed market price of these instruments reflects the effect of our own credit spreads. The credit spreads applied to these instruments were derived from the spreads at the measurement date.
Additional Disclosures About the Fair Value of Financial Instruments that are Not Carried at Fair Value on the Consolidated Balance Sheet The fair value estimates set forth below are made solely to comply with disclosures required by generally accepted accounting principles in the United States and should be read in conjunction with the financial statements and notes included in this report.
The carrying amount of certain financial instruments recorded at cost on the consolidated balance sheet is considered to approximate fair value because they are short-term in nature, bear interest rates that approximate market rates, and generally have negligible credit risk. These items include cash and due from banks, interest bearing deposits with banks, customer acceptance assets and liabilities, federal funds sold and purchased, securities purchased and sold under resale and repurchase
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agreements, deposits with no stated maturity (e.g., demand, savings and certain money market deposits), short-term borrowings and dividends payable.
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The following table summarizes the carrying value and estimated fair value of our financial instruments, excluding financial instruments that are carried at fair value on a recurring basis, at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, and their classification within the fair value hierarchy:
June 30, 2022Carrying
Value
Fair
Value
Level 1Level 2Level 3
March 31, 2023March 31, 2023Carrying
Value
Fair
Value
Level 1Level 2Level 3
(in millions) (in millions)
Financial assets:Financial assets:Financial assets:
Short-term financial assets, net of allowance for credit lossesShort-term financial assets, net of allowance for credit losses$43,575 $43,575 $981 $42,538 $56 Short-term financial assets, net of allowance for credit losses$24,130 $24,130 $922 $23,167 $41 
Federal funds sold and securities purchased under agreements to resellFederal funds sold and securities purchased under agreements to resell4,941 4,941  4,941  Federal funds sold and securities purchased under agreements to resell21,721 21,721  21,721  
Securities held-to-maturity, net of allowance for credit lossesSecurities held-to-maturity, net of allowance for credit losses4,666 4,512  4,512  Securities held-to-maturity, net of allowance for credit losses10,552 10,219  10,219  
Commercial loans, net of allowance for credit lossesCommercial loans, net of allowance for credit losses44,196 45,385   45,385 Commercial loans, net of allowance for credit losses41,214 41,601   41,601 
Commercial loans held for saleCommercial loans held for sale201 201  201  Commercial loans held for sale118 118  118  
Consumer loans, net of allowance for credit lossesConsumer loans, net of allowance for credit losses17,068 15,923   15,923 Consumer loans, net of allowance for credit losses17,642 16,099   16,099 
Consumer loans held for saleConsumer loans held for sale94 94  12 82 Consumer loans held for sale2 2  2  
Financial liabilities:Financial liabilities:Financial liabilities:
Short-term financial liabilitiesShort-term financial liabilities$5,954 $5,954 $ $5,898 $56 Short-term financial liabilities$6,863 $6,863 $ $6,822 $41 
DepositsDeposits125,245 125,226  125,226  Deposits120,764 120,712  120,712  
Long-term debtLong-term debt8,906 9,411  9,411  Long-term debt10,570 11,029  11,029  
December 31, 2021Carrying
Value
Fair
Value
Level 1Level 2Level 3
December 31, 2022December 31, 2022Carrying
Value
Fair
Value
Level 1Level 2Level 3
(in millions) (in millions)
Financial assets:Financial assets:Financial assets:
Short-term financial assets, net of allowance for credit lossesShort-term financial assets, net of allowance for credit losses$48,404 $48,404 $954 $47,400 $50 Short-term financial assets, net of allowance for credit losses$18,802 $18,802 $1,004 $17,744 $54 
Federal funds sold and securities purchased under agreements to resellFederal funds sold and securities purchased under agreements to resell10,514 10,514 — 10,514 — Federal funds sold and securities purchased under agreements to resell23,085 23,085 — 23,085 — 
Securities held-to-maturity, net of allowance for credit lossesSecurities held-to-maturity, net of allowance for credit losses5,203 5,359 — 5,359 — Securities held-to-maturity, net of allowance for credit losses7,317 6,862 — 6,862 — 
Commercial loans, net of allowance for credit lossesCommercial loans, net of allowance for credit losses39,376 39,862 — — 39,862 Commercial loans, net of allowance for credit losses41,266 42,050 — — 42,050 
Commercial loans held for saleCommercial loans held for sale438 443 — 359 84 Commercial loans held for sale112 112 — 112 — 
Consumer loans, net of allowance for credit lossesConsumer loans, net of allowance for credit losses16,041 15,672 — — 15,672 Consumer loans, net of allowance for credit losses17,510 15,984 — — 15,984 
Consumer loans held for saleConsumer loans held for sale3,731 3,809 — 77 3,732 Consumer loans held for sale— — 
Financial liabilities:Financial liabilities:Financial liabilities:
Short-term financial liabilitiesShort-term financial liabilities$6,389 $6,389 $— $6,338 $51 Short-term financial liabilities$5,999 $5,999 $— $5,945 $54 
DepositsDeposits131,533 131,533 — 131,533 — Deposits121,669 121,652 — 121,652 — 
Deposits held for sale8,750 8,750 — 8,750 — 
Long-term debtLong-term debt8,294 8,861 — 8,861 — Long-term debt9,213 9,769 — 9,769 — 
Lending-related commitments - The fair value of loan commitments, revolving credit facilities and standby letters of credit are not included in the above table. The majority of the lending-related commitments are not carried at fair value on a recurring basis nor are they actively traded. These instruments generate fees, which approximate those currently charged to originate similar commitments, which are recognized over the term of the commitment period. Deferred fees on loan commitments, revolving credit facilities and standby letters of credit totaled $155$160 million and $151$158 million at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, respectively.

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20. Litigation and Regulatory Matters
The following supplements, and should be read together with, the disclosure in Note 30, "Litigation and Regulatory Matters," in our 20212022 Form 10-K and in Note 20, "Litigation and Regulatory Matters," in our Form 10-Q for the three-month period ended March 31, 2022 (the "2022 First Quarter Form 10-Q").10-K. Only those matters with significant updates and new matters since our disclosure in our 20212022 Form 10-K and our 2022 First Quarter Form 10-Q are reported herein.
In addition to the matters described below and in our 20212022 Form 10-K, and our 2022 First Quarter Form 10-Q, in the ordinary course of business, we are routinely named as defendants in, or as parties to, various legal actions and proceedings relating to activities of our current and/or former operations. These legal actions and proceedings may include claims for substantial or indeterminate compensatory or punitive damages, or for injunctive relief. In the ordinary course of business, we also are subject to governmental and regulatory examinations, information-gathering requests, investigations and proceedings (both formal and informal), certain of which may result in adverse judgments, settlements, fines, penalties, injunctions or other relief. In connection with formal and informal inquiries by these regulators, we receive numerous requests, subpoenas and orders seeking documents, testimony and other information in connection with various aspects of our regulated activities.
Due to the inherent unpredictability of legal matters, including litigation, governmental and regulatory matters, particularly where the damages sought are substantial or indeterminate or when the proceedings or investigations are in the early stages, we cannot determine with any degree of certainty the timing or ultimate resolution of such matters or the eventual loss, fines, penalties or business impact, if any, that may result. We establish reserves for litigation, governmental and regulatory matters when those matters present loss contingencies that are both probable and can be reasonably estimated. Once established, reserves are adjusted from time to time, as appropriate, in light of additional information. The actual costs of resolving litigation and regulatory matters, however, may be substantially higher than the amounts reserved for those matters. Some of our exposure may be offset by applicable insurance coverage. We do not consider the possible availability of insurance coverage in determining the amounts of any accruals (although we record the amount of related insurance recoveries that are deemed probable up to the amount of the accrual).
For the legal matters disclosed below, including litigation and governmental and regulatory matters, as well as for the legal matters disclosed in Note 30, "Litigation and Regulatory Matters," in our 20212022 Form 10-K, and in Note 20, "Litigation and Regulatory Matters," in our 2022 First Quarter Form 10-Q, as to which a loss in excess of accrued liability is reasonably possible in future periods and for which there is sufficient currently available information on the basis of which management believes it can make a reliable estimate, we believe a reasonable estimate could be as much as $150$125 million for HUSI. The legal matters underlying this estimate of possible loss will change from time to time and actual results may differ significantly from this current estimate.
In addition, based on the facts currently known for each of the ongoing investigations disclosed in Note 30, "Litigation and Regulatory Matters," in our 20212022 Form 10-K, and in Note 20, "Litigation and Regulatory Matters," in our 2022 First Quarter Form 10-Q, it is not practicable at this time for us to determine the terms on which these ongoing investigations will be resolved or the timing of such resolution. As matters progress, it is possible that any fines and/or penalties could be significant.
Given the substantial or indeterminate amounts sought in certain of these matters, and the inherent unpredictability of such matters, an adverse outcome in certain of these matters could have a material adverse effect on our consolidated financial statements in any particular quarterly or annual period.
Credit Card Litigation
In March 2023, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit ("Second Circuit") affirmed the district court's 2019 decision granting final approval of the monetary relief settlement in In re Payment Card Interchange Fee and Merchant Discount Antitrust Litigation, MDL 1720, E.D.N.Y.
Foreign Exchange ("FX") Matters
In Nypl v. JPMorgan Chase, et al. The Plaintiffs; (Case No. 1:15-CV-9300), the court granted defendants' motion for summary judgment in March 2023.
Investigations
In June 2020, the Competition Commission of South Africa, having initially referred a complaint for proceedings before the South African Competition Tribunal in February 2017, filed a notice of appeal ofrevised complaint against 28 financial institutions, including HSBC Bank USA, for alleged anti-competitive behavior in the court's decision denying their motion for class certification.South African foreign exchange market. In March 2023, the South African Competition Tribunal denied applications by HSBC Bank USA and other banks to dismiss the revised complaint.
Precious Metals Fix Matters
In re Commodity Exchange Inc., Gold FuturesPlatinum and Options Trading Litigation (GoldPalladium Fix Litigation) In May 2022, the court granted final approval of the settlement.
Madoff Litigation Fairfield Sentry Limited, Fairfield Sigma Limited and Fairfield Lambda Limited (together "Fairfield"), funds whose assets were directly or indirectly invested with Madoff Securities, commenced multiple suits in the United States against numerous fund shareholders, including various HSBC companies that acted as nominees for clients of HSBC's private banking business and other clients who invested in the Fairfield funds, seeking restitution of payments made in connection with share redemptions. Fairfield voluntarily discontinued the claims against HSBC Bank USA in May 2022 in the remaining case in which it was named (In re Fairfield Sentry Limited, et al).
Benchmark Rate Litigation
Intercontinental Exchange ("ICE") LIBOR Plaintiffs did not seek further review of In February 2023, the appellateSecond Circuit reversed the district court's dismissal of plaintiffs' appeal, so the matter is now concluded.action and subsequently denied defendants' motion for rehearing en banc.
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Mortgage Securitization Trust Litigation In March 2023, the denial of HSBC Bank USA's motion to dismiss in the action brought by Freedom Trust 2011-2 was affirmed on appeal. HSBC Bank USA reached agreementshas filed a motion seeking leave to appeal to the New York State Court of Appeals. The trial court granted HSBC Bank USA's motion to dismiss in principle to settle actions brought by RMBS Recovery Holdings I, LLCthe Mark Zittman action. Zittman has appealed.
Other Regulatory and IKB Bank AG. The net impactLaw Enforcement Investigations
Based on the facts currently known, in respect of each of the settlementsabove investigations, it is not practicable at this time for us to determine the terms on which these ongoing investigations will not be materialresolved or the timing of such resolution or for us to our resultsestimate reliably the amounts, or range of operations.possible amounts, of any fines and/or penalties. As matters progress, it is possible that any fines and/or penalties could be significant.

21. New Accounting Pronouncements
The following are new accounting pronouncements issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board which will bepronouncement was adopted in future periods:during 2023:
Accounting Standards UpdateSummary of GuidanceFinancial Statement Impact
Troubled Debt Restructurings and Vintage Disclosures

Issued March 2022
Eliminates the accounting guidance for TDR Loans by creditors, while enhancing disclosure requirements for certain loan refinancings and restructuringspayment modifications by creditors made to borrowers experiencing financial difficulty.
Requires new disclosure of current-period gross charge-offs by year of origination for loans.
Should be applied prospectively, with the exception of the guidance related to the recognition and measurement of TDR Loans which may be applied by recording a cumulative effect adjustment to retained earnings as of the beginning of the first reporting period in which the guidance is effective.
EffectiveThe new guidance is being applied prospectively for all annual and interim periodsnew loan modifications beginning January 1, 2023 with early adoption permitted.while the accounting for our remaining population of TDR Loans did not materially change.
We are currently evaluatingSee Note 6, "Loans," for the new disclosures required by this standard.
The adoption of this guidance did not have a material impact on our financial position or results of adopting this guidance.operations.
There have been no additional accounting pronouncements issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board that are expected to have or could have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements.
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Item 2.    Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
Forward-Looking Statements
Certain matters discussed throughout this Form 10-Q are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In addition, we may make or approve certain statements in future filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"), in press releases, or oral or written presentations by representatives of HSBC USA Inc. ("HSBC USA" and, together with its subsidiaries, "HUSI") that are not statements of historical fact and may also constitute forward-looking statements. Words such as "may," "will," "should," "would," "could," "appears," "believe," "intends," "expects," "estimates," "targeted," "plans," "anticipates," "goal," and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements but should not be considered as the only means through which these statements may be made. All discussions related to strategy, including the matters discussed under the heading "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations - Executive Overview" and discussions of those matters elsewhere in this Form 10-Q are forward-looking statements. These matters or statements will relate to our future structure, operations, strategy, financial condition, economic forecast, results of operations, plans, objectives, performance or business developments and will involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause our actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from that which was expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements.
All forward-looking statements are, by their nature, subject to risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond our control. Our actual future results may differ materially from those set forth in our forward-looking statements. While there is no assurance that any list of risks and uncertainties or risk factors is complete, below are certain factors which could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements:
the impact of the coronavirus ("COVID-19") pandemic, including the emergence of new variants;
our ability to effectively implement and deliver on our business strategies, and the effect implementation of our business strategy may have on our financial results, operations and relationships with our customers, regulators, employees and other stakeholders;
uncertainty concerning the future market and economic conditions in the United States and abroad, including but not limited to, changes in interest rates, energy prices, inflation, supply chain issues, a decline in housing prices, the availability of credit and liquidity, unemployment levels, turmoil in the financial markets and related efforts of government agencies to stabilize the financial system, changes in consumer confidence and consumer spending and behavior, consumer perception as to the continuing availability of credit and price competition in the market segments we serve and the consequences of unexpected geopolitical events, such as trade disputes;
compliance with the Chinese National Security Law and the Hong Kong Autonomy Act, which may impact, among other things, individuals or entities with which we are able to conduct business;
changes in laws and regulatory requirements;
the potential impact of any legal, regulatory or policy changes affecting financial institutions and the global economy as a result of the new administration;
the ability to deliver on our regulatory priorities;
capital and liquidity requirements under Basel guidance, the Federal Reserve Board's ("FRB") Comprehensive Capital Analysis and Review ("CCAR") program, and the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2010 ("Dodd-Frank Act" or "Dodd-Frank") stress testing ("DFAST"), including the U.S. FRB requirements for U.S. global systemically important banks ("G-SIBs") and U.S. intermediate holding companies ("IHCs") owned by non-U.S. G-SIBs to issue total loss-absorbing capacity ("TLAC") instruments;
regulatory requirements in the U.S. and in non-U.S. jurisdictions to facilitate the future orderly resolution of large financial institutions;
changes in central banks' policies with respect to the provision or removal of liquidity support to financial markets;
the ability of HSBC Holdings plc ("HSBC" and, together with its subsidiaries, "HSBC Group") and HSBC Bank USA, National Association (together with its subsidiaries, "HSBC Bank USA") to fulfill the requirements imposed by applicablea consent ordersorder or guidance from regulators generally;
the use of us as a conduit for illegal activities without our knowledge by third parties;
the ability to successfully manage our risks;
the possibility of the inadequacy of our data management and policies and processes;
the financial condition of our clients and counterparties and our ability to manage counterparty risk;
concentrations of credit and market risk;
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increases in our allowance for credit losses and changes in our assessment of our loan portfolios;
the ability to successfully implement changes to our operational practices as needed and/or required from time to time;
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damage to our reputation;
the ability to attract or retain key employees, including foreign workers, and customers;
the effects of competition in the markets where we operate including increased competition from non-bank financial services companies, including securities firms;
the effects of operational risks that are inherent in banking operations, including fraudulent and other criminal activities, breakdowns in processes or procedures and systems failure or non-availability;
disruption in our operations from the external environment arising from events such as natural disasters, outbreaks of contagious disease, acts of war, terrorist attacks, or essential utility outages;
risks associated with Environmental, Social and Governance ("ESG") matters such as climate change and anti-trust and human rights violations;issues;
a failure in or a breach of our operation or security systems or infrastructure, or those of third party servicers or vendors, including as a result of cyberattacks;
the ability of third party suppliers, outsourcing vendors, off-shored functions and our affiliates to provide adequate services;
losses suffered due to the negligence, fraud or misconduct of our employees or the negligence, fraud or misconduct on the part of third parties;
a failure in our internal controls;
our ability to meet our funding requirements;
adverse changes to our credit ratings;
financial difficulties or credit downgrades of mortgage bond insurers;
changes in Financial Accounting Standards Board and International Accounting Standards Board ("IASB") accounting standards and their interpretation;
heightened regulatory and government enforcement scrutiny of financial institutions, including in connection with product governance and sales practices, account opening and closing procedures, customer and employee complaints and sales compensation structures related to such practices;
possible negative impact of regulatory investigations and legal proceedings related to alleged foreign exchange manipulation;
changes in the methodology for determining benchmark rates and the implementation of alternative benchmark rates, such as the Secured Overnight Financing Rate ("SOFR");
heightened regulatory and government enforcement scrutiny of financial markets, with a particular focus on traded asset classes, including foreign exchange;
the possibility of incorrect assumptions or estimates in our financial statements, including reserves related to litigation, deferred tax assets and the fair value of certain assets and liabilities;
model limitations or failure;
the possibility of incorrect interpretations, application of or changes in tax laws to which we and our clients are subject;
unexpected and/or increased expenses relating to, among other things, litigation and regulatory matters, remediation efforts, penalties and fines; and
the other risk factors and uncertainties described under Item 1A, "Risk Factors," in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 20212022 (the "2021"2022 Form 10-K").
Forward-looking statements are based on our current views and assumptions and speak only as of the date they are made. We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect subsequent circumstances or events. You should, however, consider any additional disclosures of a forward-looking nature that arise after the date hereof as may be discussed in any of our subsequent Annual Reports on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q or Current Reports on Form 8-K.

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Executive Overview
HSBC USA is a wholly-owned subsidiary of HSBC North America Holdings Inc. ("HSBC North America"), which is an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of HSBC. HUSI may also be referred to in Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations ("MD&A") as "we," "us" or "our."
Economic Environment  U.S. economic activity slowed during the first halfquarter of 2022.2023 reflecting continued pressures from high inflation and rising interest rates. In addition, recent bank failures have raised concerns about potential weakness in the banking sector, which could lead to tighter credit conditions for households and businesses, further weighing on economic activity. U.S. Gross Domestic Product ("GDP") contractedis currently forecast to have grown at an estimated annual rate of 0.91.1 percent in the secondfirst quarter of 2022. Repercussions from2023, while the Russia-Ukraine war alongside the economic impacts that continue to result from the COVID-19 pandemic have disrupted supply chains and increased energy prices. There has also been a significant rise in inflation, which reached a 40-year high in June. The personal consumption expenditures price index increased to an estimated annual rate of 6.84.2 percent in the second quarter of 2022,March 2023 remained well above the FRB's target inflation rate. TheIn March 2023, the FRB increased short-term interest rates by a total of 15025 basis points, during the first half of 2022second such rate increase this quarter, and has announcedindicated that it will increasesome additional increases in short-term interest rates further during the second half of 2022may be needed in 2023 in order to fight inflation.
These conditionsThe impacts of high inflation, rising interest rates and slowing economic growth, in addition to recent banking sector concerns, have created significant uncertainty about the future economic environment which will continue to evolve and impact our business in future periods. While our credit risk exposure to Russia was immaterial at June 30, 2022, it is difficult to anticipate the full effect of sanctions announced to date on our business and on our customers. Concerns over interest rate levels, energy prices, domestic and global policy issues, trade policy in the U.S. and geopolitical events, as well as the implications of those events on the markets in general, further add to the global uncertainty. There is also a risk that interest rate increases to fight inflation could lead to a recession. Interest rate levels, inflation and energy prices,economic growth, in combination with global economic conditions, fiscal and monetary policy and the level of regulatory and government scrutiny of financial institutions will continue to impact our results in 20222023 and beyond.
Performance, Developments and Trends We continue to progress our strategic plan to restructure our operations ("Restructuring Plan") as discussed further in Note 2, "Strategic Initiatives," in the accompanying consolidated financial statements. We remain committed to our multi-year strategic plan to re-profile our business.
As previously announced, in February 2022, we completed the sale of the branch disposal group associated with the exit of our mass market retail banking business to third parties and recognized a gain on sale of approximately $111 million, net of transaction costs. See Note 3, "Branch Assets and Liabilities Held for Sale," in the accompanying consolidated financial statements for additional information.
In addition to the branch disposal group discussed above, duringDuring the first quarter of 2022,2023, two regional bank failures triggered turmoil throughout the banking industry as contagion fears spread. To date, we soldhave not experienced any significant impact to our liquidity, deposits or funding capabilities as a portfolioresult of consumer loans consisting primarily of certain non-performing mortgage loans and government-backed mortgage loans that we previously transferred to held for sale in 2021 as part of our Restructuring Plan. These mortgage loans had a carrying value of $904 million, including $865 million of residential mortgages and $39 million of home equity mortgages, and we recognized a loss on sale of $35 million, largely reflecting changes in the final terms of the sale.this industry turmoil.
The following tables set forth selected financial metrics of HUSI for the three and six months ended June 30,March 31, 2023 and 2022 and 2021 and at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021:2022:
Three Months Ended June 30,Six Months Ended June 30,
2022202120222021
Three Months Ended March 31,Three Months Ended March 31,20232022
(dollars are in millions) (dollars are in millions)
Net incomeNet income$90 $193 $291 $532 Net income$217 $201 
Rate of return on average:Rate of return on average:Rate of return on average:
Total assetsTotal assets.2 %.4 %.3 %.5 %Total assets.5 %.4 %
Common equityCommon equity1.4 %3.7 %3.4 5.9 Common equity7.3 5.3 
Tangible common equity(1)
Tangible common equity(1)
1.5 3.8 3.5 6.1 
Tangible common equity(1)
7.6 5.4 
Total equityTotal equity2.3 4.3 3.6 5.9 Total equity7.1 4.9 
Net interest marginNet interest margin1.32 1.14 1.21 1.16 Net interest margin1.28 1.12 
Efficiency ratioEfficiency ratio79.2 97.0 75.0 85.2 Efficiency ratio67.2 71.2 
Commercial net charge-off ratio(2)
Commercial net charge-off ratio(2)
.01 .25 .08 .13 
Commercial net charge-off ratio(2)
.04 .15 
Consumer net charge-off ratio(2)
Consumer net charge-off ratio(2)
(.12)1.66 (.11).98 
Consumer net charge-off ratio(2)
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(1)The following table provides a reconciliation of average common equity to average tangible common equity:
Three Months Ended June 30,Six Months Ended June 30,
2022202120222021
Three Months Ended March 31,Three Months Ended March 31,20232022
(in millions) (in millions)
Common equityCommon equity$14,532 $16,810 $15,018 $16,875 Common equity$12,091 $15,510 
Less: GoodwillLess: Goodwill458 458 458 458 Less: Goodwill458 458 
Less: Intangible assets - purchased credit card relationshipsLess: Intangible assets - purchased credit card relationships  Less: Intangible assets - purchased credit card relationships 
Tangible common equityTangible common equity$14,074 $16,346 $14,560 $16,411 Tangible common equity$11,633 $15,051 
(2)Excludes loans held for sale.
June 30, 2022December 31, 2021
Additional Select Ratios:
Allowance as a percent of loans(1)
.86 %.80 %
Commercial allowance as a percent of loans(1)
1.12 1.06 
Consumer allowance as a percent of loans(1)
.20 .17 
Loans to deposits ratio(2)
48.52 41.69 
Common equity Tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets15.0 15.1 
Tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets16.2 16.3 
Total capital to risk-weighted assets18.4 18.5 
Tier 1 leverage ratio9.8 8.5 
Total equity to total assets9.1 9.0 
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Additional Select Ratios:
Allowance as a percent of loans(1)
.99 %.98 %
Commercial allowance as a percent of loans(1)
1.36 1.32 
Consumer allowance as a percent of loans(1)
.11 .19 
Loans to deposits ratio(2)
48.58 48.00 
Common equity Tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets13.8 13.5 
Tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets14.1 13.8 
Total capital to risk-weighted assets16.4 16.1 
Tier 1 leverage ratio8.6 8.5 
Total equity to total assets7.6 7.4 
(1)Excludes loans held for sale.
(2)Represents period end loans, net of allowance for loan losses, as a percentage of total deposits.
Net income was $90 million and $291$217 million during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, respectively,March 31, 2023 compared with $193 million and $532$201 million during the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively.March 31, 2022. Income before income tax was $113 million and $379$287 million during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, respectively,March 31, 2023 compared with $254 million and $714$266 million during the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively.March 31, 2022. The decreaseincrease in income before income tax during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 was due primarily to a higher provision for credit losses which reflected loss provisions in the current year periodslower operating expenses driven by the weakening of economic conditions compared with releases in credit loss reserves in the prior year periods driven by improved economic conditions and the impactcompletion of our decisionstrategic plan to exitrestructure our mass market retail banking business which resulted in a releaseoperations ("Restructuring Plan"), including the non-recurrence of credit loss reserves and a reduction to the provision for credit losses$48 million of approximately $101 million during the second quarter of 2021. This decrease was partially offset by lower operating expenses and higher other revenues driven by higher trading revenue and, in the year-to-date period, the gain on sale of the branch disposal group as discussed above. While net interest income was lower and contributed to the decrease in the year-to-date period, it was higher in the three-month period.
Our reported results in all periods were impacted by certain items management believes to be significant, which affect comparability between periods. Significant items are excluded to arrive at adjusted performance because management would ordinarily identify and consider them separately to better understand underlying business trends. The following table summarizes the impact of these significant items for all periods presented:
Three Months Ended June 30,Six Months Ended June 30,
2022202120222021
 (in millions)
Income before income tax, as reported$113 $254 $379 $714 
Costs to achieve(1)
69 129 152 154 
Gain on sale of branch disposal group, net — (111)— 
Loss related to Visa Inc. Class B common shares previously sold(2)
31 — 31 — 
Adjusted performance(3)
$213 $383 $451 $868 
(1)Reflects costs related to the delivery of our Restructuring Plan. Plan ("Costs to achieveAchieve") recorded during the first quarter of 2022 as discussed further below. This increase was partially offset by lower other revenues driven by the non-recurrence of a gain of $111 million recorded during the first quarter of 2022 on the sale of the branch disposal group associated with the exit of our mass market retail banking business. See Note 3, "Sale of Certain Branch Assets and Liabilities," in the accompanying consolidated financial statements for additional information.
As previously disclosed, we completed our Restructuring Plan over the three-year period of 2020-2022. Costs to Achieve primarily consistsconsisted of lease impairment and other related costs, severance costs and allocated costs from HSBC Technology & Services (USA) Inc. ("HTSU"), and in. Costs to Achieve also included allocated costs from other HSBC affiliates related to the prior year periods, trading losses associated with the exit of certain derivative contracts.HSBC Group's restructuring activities. See Note 2, "Strategic Initiatives," in the accompanying consolidated financial statements for a more detailed discussion of these
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costs. The expense during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 also includes $25 million and $42 million, respectively, of allocated costs from other HSBC affiliates related to the HSBC Group's restructuring activities as well as a loss of $3 million on the sale of certain global banking loans and, in the year-to-date period, a loss of $35 million on the sale of a portfolio of consumer mortgage loans. The expense during the three and six months ended June 30, 2021 also includes $11 million and $18 million, respectively, of allocated costs from other HSBC affiliates related to the HSBC Group's restructuring activities.
(2)Reflects a loss on the swap agreements we entered into to retain the litigation risk associated with the Visa Inc. ("Visa") Class B common shares ("Class B Shares") we sold to a third party in 2016 and 2017. The loss recorded in the second quarter of 2022 related to an increase in the expected timing of the final resolution of the related litigation and, to a lesser extent, a change in the Visa Class B Share conversion rate. See Note 18, "Guarantee Arrangements, Pledged Assets and Repurchase Agreements," in the accompanying consolidated financial statements for additional information.
(3)Represents a non-U.S. GAAP financial measure.
Excluding the impact of the items in the table above, our adjusted performance during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 decreased $170 million and $417 million, respectively, compared with the prior year periods due primarily to a higher provision for credit losses as discussed above. This decrease was partially offset by lower operating expenses and higher other revenues driven by higher trading revenue. While net interest income was lower and contributed to the decrease in the year-to-date period, it was higher in the three-month period.
See "Results of Operations" for a more detailed discussion of our operating trends. In addition, see "Balance Sheet Review" for further discussion on our asset and liability trends, "Liquidity and Capital Resources" for further discussion on funding and capital and "Credit Quality" for additional discussion on our credit trends.
London Interbank Offered Rate ("LIBOR") Transition Regulators and central banks in various national jurisdictions continue to actively work to help transition from interbank offered rates to acceptable alternative rates, such as the Secured Overnight Financing Rate ("SOFR") recommended by the Alternative Reference Rates Committee convened by the FRB. In March 2022,2023, the Adjustable Interest Rate ActUnited Kingdom ("U.K") Financial Conduct Authority announced that the one-month, three-month and six-month U.S. dollar ("USD") LIBOR Act") was signed into law in ordertenors will continue to provide a federal solution for replacingbe published until September 30, 2024, using an amended methodology (i.e., on an unrepresentative "synthetic" basis), while the less commonly used overnight and twelve-month USD LIBOR tenors will cease to be provided immediately after June 30, 2023 as previously planned. The extension of certain USD LIBOR tenors on a synthetic basis until September 2024 further aids in reducing the risks associated with a SOFR-based ratetransitioning legacy contracts onto replacement rates. These synthetic tenors will be available only for use in certain legacy LIBOR-based contracts. Under the LIBOR Act, the FRB is required to issue a regulation within 180 days identifying which version of SOFR will apply. This federal legislation is expected to facilitate the transition of certain of our legacy LIBOR-based contracts, which doand are not specify a replacement rate or contain an adequate fallback mechanism.for use in new business.
We continue to actively participate in HSBC's global transition program with the objective of facilitating an orderly transition of all products, processes, models and curves, as well as all legacy LIBOR-based contracts, onto replacement rates. The current focus of our client transition efforts is on those remaining USD-LIBOR based contracts that will be impacted by USD LIBOR tenors ceasing or becoming non-representative immediatelymature after June 30, 2023. Such contracts outstanding at June 30, 2022 includedMarch 31, 2023 consisted primarily of contracts for non-derivative financial assetsUSD LIBOR-based loans with a carrying value of approximately $21.8$14.3 billion, primarily consisting of USD LIBOR-based loans, contracts for non-derivative financial liabilitieslong-term debt with a carrying value of approximately $1.1 billion primarily consisting of USD LIBOR-based long-term debt ($1.0 billion of which is already set to transition to SOFR as of July 1, 2023), and contracts for USD LIBOR-based derivatives with a notional value of approximately $22.6$16.9 billion. The substantial majority of our outstanding USD LIBOR-based derivative contracts adhere to and are covered by the International Swaps and Derivatives Association fallback protocol.protocol, and are set to automatically transition at the first reset subsequent to June 30, 2023. For USD LIBOR-based loans, approximately $6.6 billion represents legacy contracts in our consumer mortgage loan portfolio which are set to transition to a SOFR-based rate at the first applicable
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reset subsequent to June 30, 2023. The remainder of our USD LIBOR-based loans are legacy contracts in our commercial loan portfolio of approximately $7.7 billion which will require further outreach with our clients in order to transition.
The ability of HUSI and its clients to transition legacy contracts onto replacement rates is dependent on the availability of products that reference replacement rates, including SOFR, and on our customers being ready and able to adapt their own processes and systems to accommodate the replacement products. Market readiness in supportand industry use of USD LIBOR transition could slow the transitionSOFR has increased and we remain prepared thatcommitted to completing the transition of substantially all outstanding contracts could be concentrated in late 2022 andduring the first half of 2023. We continue to engage with industry participants, the official sector and our clients to support an orderly transition and the mitigation of the risks resulting from the transition. For further discussion of our LIBOR transition program and the associated risks, see "Executive Overview" in MD&A in our 2021 Form 10-K.

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Basis of Reporting
Our consolidated financial statements are prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States ("U.S. GAAP").
Group Reporting Basis We report financial information to HSBC in accordance with HSBC Group accounting and reporting policies, which apply International Financial Reporting Standards ("IFRSs") as issued by the IASB. As a result, our segment results are prepared and presented using financial information prepared on the basis of HSBC Group's accounting and reporting policies ("Group Reporting Basis"). Because operating results on the Group Reporting Basis are used in managing our businesses and rewarding performance of employees, our management also separately monitors profit before tax under this basis of reporting. The following table reconciles our U.S. GAAP versus Group Reporting Basis profit before tax:
Three Months Ended June 30,Six Months Ended June 30,
2022202120222021
Three Months Ended March 31,Three Months Ended March 31,20232022
(in millions) (in millions)
Profit before tax – U.S. GAAP basisProfit before tax – U.S. GAAP basis$113 $254 $379 $714 Profit before tax – U.S. GAAP basis$287 $266 
Adjustments:Adjustments:Adjustments:
Other long-lived assetsOther long-lived assets33 11 
Renewable energy tax credit investmentsRenewable energy tax credit investments4 
Loans held for saleLoans held for sale(2)(5)
Expected credit lossesExpected credit losses22 (49)74 (188)Expected credit losses(8)52 
Other long-lived assets12 29 23 39 
Loans held for sale11 (96)6 (104)
Renewable energy tax credit investments6 13 
Pension and other postretirement benefit costs (1)(3)(5)
OtherOther(4)— 1 Other7 
Profit before tax – Group Reporting BasisProfit before tax – Group Reporting Basis$160 $142 $493 $467 Profit before tax – Group Reporting Basis$321 $333 
The significant differences between U.S. GAAP and the Group Reporting Basis as they impact our results are summarized in Note 25, "Business Segments," in our 20212022 Form 10-K. There have been no significant changes since December 31, 20212022 in the differences between U.S. GAAP and the Group Reporting Basis impacting our results. Differences in reported profit before tax in the table above that were individually significant for the periods presented are explained below.
During the threefirst quarter of 2023, other long-lived assets in the table above reflects $19 million of lease related impairment charges under U.S. GAAP associated with the exit of certain office space, while under the Group Reporting Basis, impairment was recognized when we committed to vacate the space in the fourth quarter of 2022. In addition, amortization expense for long-lived assets in both periods was higher under U.S. GAAP due to the impact of impairment charges recorded under the Group Reporting Basis in prior years. In 2020, we recorded an impairment charge under the Group Reporting Basis related to the write-off of all the capitalized software and six months ended June 30, 2022,a portion of the leasehold improvements associated with our Wealth and Personal Banking business segment, while under U.S. GAAP no impairment charge was required. Subsequent to the impairment charge in 2020, we recorded additional impairment charges under the Group Reporting Basis for newly completed leasehold improvements in our Wealth and Personal Banking business segment, while under U.S. GAAP they are capitalized and amortized. Consequently, the carrying amounts of capitalized software and leasehold improvements are higher under U.S. GAAP than under the Group Reporting Basis and, as a result, corresponding amortization expense is higher under U.S. GAAP.
During the first quarter of 2023, expected credit losses were higherlower under U.S. GAAP than under the Group Reporting Basis. Under the Group Reporting Basis, a majority of our loans are considered to be in "stage 1" (which requires a 12-month expected credit losses estimate), while under U.S. GAAP such loans require a lifetime expected credit losses ("ECL") estimate. Primarily as a result of the different requirements, loss provisions driven by the weakeningfavorable impact of economic conditions, including a worsening of economicimproved housing price forecasts in the three-month period, as well as higher provisions associated with loan growth and maturity extensions wereon residential mortgages was more pronounced under U.S. GAAP.
During the three and six months ended June 30, 2021,first quarter of 2022, expected credit losses were lowerhigher under U.S. GAAP than under the Group Reporting Basis. Primarily as a result of the different requirements related to stage 1 loans discussed above, releases in credit reserves driven by improved economic conditions, which resulted in improved economic forecasts as well as client paydowns, werethe impact of higher loss estimates associated with loan growth and maturity extensions was more pronounced under U.S. GAAP.
During the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 and 2021, amortization expense for long-lived assets was higher under U.S. GAAP. During the third quarter of 2020, we recorded an impairment charge under the Group Reporting Basis related to the write-off of all the capitalized software and a portion of the leasehold improvements primarily associated with our Wealth and Personal Banking business segment, while under U.S. GAAP, no impairment charge was required. Consequently, the carrying amounts for capitalized software and leasehold improvements are higher under U.S. GAAP than under the Group Reporting Basis and, as a result, corresponding amortization expense is higher under U.S. GAAP. In addition, during the second quarter of 2021, we determined we would exit certain branches as part of our Restructuring Plan and, as a result, we recorded an impairment charge of $18 million under U.S. GAAP to write-off the leasehold improvements associated with these branches. These leasehold improvements were previously written-off under the Group Reporting Basis as discussed above.
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During the six months ended June 30, 2022, loans held for sale in the table above reflects a higher gain on loan sales under the Group Reporting Basis than under U.S. GAAP, which includes the gain on sale of the branch disposal group. The higher gain under the Group Reporting Basis was due primarily to the releases of credit loss reserves previously recorded on the loans under U.S. GAAP when they were transferred to held for sale in 2021. Also contributing to the higher gain under the Group Reporting Basis was the higher carrying amount of leasehold improvements associated with the sold branches under U.S. GAAP at the time of sale. These leasehold improvements were previously determined to be impaired and written-off under the Group Reporting Basis as discussed above.
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During the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, we transferred certain loans to held for sale which under U.S. GAAP requires the loans to be carried at the lower of amortized cost or fair value which resulted in a release of credit loss reserves on the loans. Under the Group Reporting Basis, loans held for sale continue to be accounted for and credit losses continue to be measured in accordance with IFRS 9, "Financial Instruments," with any gain or loss recorded at the time of sale. In addition, a portion of the loans transferred under U.S. GAAP did not meet the more stringent criteria for held for sale classification under the Group Reporting Basis.

Balance Sheet Review
The following table provides balance sheet totals at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and increases (decreases) since December 31, 2021:2022:
 Increase (Decrease) From December 31, 2021  Increase (Decrease) From December 31, 2022
June 30, 2022Amount%
March 31, 2023Amount%
(dollars are in millions) (dollars are in millions)
Period end assets:Period end assets:Period end assets:
Short-term investmentsShort-term investments$48,460 $(10,408)(17.7)%Short-term investments$45,810 $3,977 9.5 %
Loans, netLoans, net61,264 5,847 10.6 Loans, net58,874 78 .1 
Loans held for saleLoans held for sale489 (3,728)(88.4)Loans held for sale474 120 33.9 
Trading assetsTrading assets18,708 (5,335)(22.2)Trading assets17,559 (4,171)(19.2)
SecuritiesSecurities35,728 (4,773)(11.8)Securities37,278 2,616 7.5 
All other assetsAll other assets6,583 397 6.4 All other assets6,555 (725)(10.0)
$171,232 $(18,000)(9.5)%$166,550 $1,895 1.2 %
Period end liabilities and equity:Period end liabilities and equity:Period end liabilities and equity:
Total depositsTotal deposits$127,263 $(15,769)(11.0)%Total deposits$122,168 $(1,055)(.9)%
Trading liabilitiesTrading liabilities3,766 743 24.6 Trading liabilities2,243 (560)(20.0)
Short-term borrowingsShort-term borrowings5,898 (440)(6.9)Short-term borrowings6,822 877 14.8 
Long-term debtLong-term debt16,026 (1,210)(7.0)Long-term debt19,517 1,926 10.9 
Interest, taxes and other liabilitiesInterest, taxes and other liabilities2,742 179 7.0 Interest, taxes and other liabilities3,109 129 4.3 
Total equityTotal equity15,537 (1,503)(8.8)Total equity12,691 578 4.8 
$171,232 $(18,000)(9.5)%$166,550 $1,895 1.2 %
Short-Term Investments  Short-term investments include cash and due from banks, interest bearing deposits with banks and federal funds sold and securities purchased under agreements to resell. Balances may fluctuate from period to period depending upon our liquidity position at the time and our strategy for deploying liquidity. Short-term investments decreasedincreased compared with December 31, 20212022 due primarily to an increase in overall liquidity as we raised funds in advance of their usage. The increase in funds was driven by lower depositstrading security positions, new issuances of long-term debt and higher loansshort-term borrowings as discussed in detail below as well as completion of the sale of the branch disposal group during the first quarter of 2022 which resulted in a net cash payment to the buyers.below. These decreasesincreases were partially offset by net salespurchases of trading security positionssecurities and securities available-for-sale.lower deposits from affiliates.
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Loans, Net  The following table summarizes our loan balances at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and increases (decreases) since December 31, 2021:2022:
 Increase (Decrease) From December 31, 2021  Increase (Decrease) From December 31, 2022
June 30, 2022Amount%
March 31, 2023Amount%
(dollars are in millions) (dollars are in millions)
Commercial loans:Commercial loans:Commercial loans:
Real estate, including constructionReal estate, including construction$8,791 $557 6.8 %Real estate, including construction$7,930 $(33)(.4)%
Business and corporate bankingBusiness and corporate banking16,108 2,150 15.4 Business and corporate banking16,495 420 2.6 
Global banking(1)
Global banking(1)
12,963 1,854 16.7 
Global banking(1)
10,510 (68)(.6)
Other commercial(2)
Other commercial(2)
6,833 338 5.2 
Other commercial(2)
6,848 (353)(4.9)
Total commercialTotal commercial44,695 4,899 12.3 Total commercial41,783 (34)(.1)
Consumer loans:Consumer loans:Consumer loans:
Residential mortgagesResidential mortgages16,475 1,006 6.5 Residential mortgages16,988 150 .9 
Home equity mortgagesHome equity mortgages351 26 8.0 Home equity mortgages362 (8)(2.2)
Credit cardsCredit cards204 — — Credit cards198 (15)(7.0)
Other consumerOther consumer73 4.3 Other consumer131 (11)(7.7)
Total consumerTotal consumer17,103 1,035 6.4 Total consumer17,679 116 .7 
Total loansTotal loans61,798 5,934 10.6 Total loans59,462 82 .1 
Allowance for credit losses(3)
Allowance for credit losses(3)
534 87 19.5 
Allowance for credit losses(3)
588 .7 
Loans, netLoans, net$61,264 $5,847 10.6 %Loans, net$58,874 $78 .1 %
(1)Represents large multinational firms including globally focused U.S. corporate and financial institutions, U.S. dollar lending to multinational banking clients managed by HSBC on a global basis and complex large business clients supported by Global Banking and Markets relationship managers.
(2)Includes loans to HSBC affiliates which totaled $3,457$3,409 million and $2,793$3,557 million at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, respectively.
(3)See "Credit Quality" in this MD&A for a discussion of trends in our allowance for credit losses on loans.
Commercial loans increasedwere relatively flat compared with December 31, 2021 driven2022 as paydowns, maturities and lower loans to affiliates were largely offset by new business activity in business and corporate banking as we continued to apply a disciplined lending approach to grow the business and, to a lesser extent, higher loans to affiliates.approach. The increasetrend in commercial non-affiliate loans was primarilyreflects declines in the software, real estate,diversified financials and chemicals industries which were largely offset by increases in the semiconductor, banking commercial services and retailingutilities industries.
Consumer loans increased modestly compared with December 31, 20212022 due primarily to the transfer of certain residential mortgage and home equity mortgage loans from held for sale to held for investment during the second quarter of 2022 with a carrying value which collectively totaled $538 million as discussed further below. Also contributing to the increase was growth in residential mortgage loans.
The following table presents loan-to-value ("LTV") ratios for our residential mortgage loan portfolio, excluding mortgage loans held for sale:
LTV Ratios(1)(2)
LTV Ratios(1)(2)
June 30, 2022December 31, 2021 March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
First LienSecond LienFirst LienSecond Lien
First LienSecond LienFirst LienSecond Lien
LTV < 80%LTV < 80%98.8 %98.3 %98.5 %99.3 %LTV < 80%98.1 %97.1 %98.5 %98.9 %
80% < LTV < 90%
80% < LTV < 90%
1.2 1.7 1.4 .6 
80% < LTV < 90%
1.9 2.9 1.5 1.1 
90% < LTV < 100%
90% < LTV < 100%
  .1 .1 
90% < LTV < 100%
  — — 
LTV > 100%
LTV > 100%
  — — 
LTV > 100%
  — — 
Average LTV for portfolioAverage LTV for portfolio50.6 42.5 51.5 44.6 Average LTV for portfolio49.4 44.6 48.8 43.1 
(1)LTVs for first liens are calculated using the loan balance as of the reporting date. LTVs for second liens are calculated using the loan balance as of the reporting date plus the senior lien amount at origination. Current estimated property values are derived from the property's appraised value at the time of loan origination updated by the change in the Federal Housing Finance Agency's House Price Index ("HPI") at either a Core Based Statistical Area or state level. The estimated value of the homes could differ from actual fair values due to changes in condition of the underlying property, variations in housing price changes within metropolitan statistical areas and other factors. As a result, actual property values associated with loans that end in foreclosure may be significantly lower than the estimates used for purposes of this disclosure.
(2)Current estimated property values are calculated using the most current HPIs available and applied on an individual loan basis, which results in an approximate three month delay in the production of reportable statistics. Therefore, the information in the table above reflects current estimated property values using HPIs at MarchDecember 31, 20222023 and September 30, 2021,2022, respectively.
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Loans Held for Sale  The following table summarizes loans held for sale at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and increases (decreases) since December 31, 2021:2022:
 Increase (Decrease) From December 31, 2021  Increase (Decrease) From December 31, 2022
June 30, 2022Amount%
March 31, 2023Amount%
(dollars are in millions) (dollars are in millions)
Commercial loans:Commercial loans:Commercial loans:
Business and corporate bankingBusiness and corporate banking$7 $(116)(94.3)%Business and corporate banking$19 $19 *
Global bankingGlobal banking366 28 8.3 Global banking453 104 29.8 
Total commercialTotal commercial373 (88)(19.1)Total commercial472 123 35.2 
Consumer loans:Consumer loans:Consumer loans:
Residential mortgagesResidential mortgages12 (3,070)(99.6)Residential mortgages2 (3)(60.0)
Home equity mortgages (275)(100.0)
Credit cards8 (187)(95.9)
Other consumer96 (108)(52.9)
Total consumerTotal consumer116 (3,640)(96.9)Total consumer2 (3)(60.0)
Total loans held for saleTotal loans held for sale$489 $(3,728)(88.4)%Total loans held for sale$474 $120 33.9 %
*Percentage change is greater than 100 percent.
Commercial loans held for sale decreasedincreased compared with December 31, 2021. During the first quarter of 2022, we completed the sale of the branch disposal group that we previously transferred to held for sale in 2021 as part of our Restructuring Plan. The sale included certain retail business banking loans with a carrying value at the time of sale of $37 million. See Note 3, "Branch Assets and Liabilities Held for Sale," for additional information.
Also included2022. Included in commercial loans held for sale are certain other loans that we no longer intend to hold for investment and were transferred to held for sale which totaled $201 million and $359 million at June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively. The decrease compared with December 31, 2021 was due to loan sales.
In addition, commercial loans held for sale includes certain loans that we have elected to designate under the fair value option which consists of loans that we originate in connection with our participation in a number of syndicated credit facilities with the intent of selling them to unaffiliated third parties as well as loans that we purchase from the secondary market and hold as hedges against our exposure to certain total return swaps.swaps or intend to sell. The fair value of these loans totaled $172$354 million and $23$237 million at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, respectively. Balances will fluctuate from period to period depending on the volume and level of activity.
During the second quarter of 2022,Commercial loans held for sale also includes certain loans that we also sold certain global banking loansno longer intend to third parties in orderhold for investment and were transferred to reduce risk-weighted assets as part of our Restructuring Plan. These global banking loans had a carrying value at the time ofheld for sale of $44which totaled $118 million and we recognized a loss on sale of $3 million.$112 million at March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022, respectively.
Consumer loans held for sale decreased compared with December 31, 2021. As discussed above, during the first quarter of 2022, we completed the sale of the branch disposal group that we previously transferred to held for sale2022. Included in 2021 as part of our Restructuring Plan. The sale included certain consumer loans with a carrying value which collectively totaled $2,102 million, including $1,665 million of residential mortgages, $185 million of home equity mortgages, $168 million of credit cards and $84 million of other consumer loans. See Note 3, "Branch Assets and Liabilities Held for Sale," for additional information.
In addition to the branch disposal group discussed above, during the first quarter of 2022, we sold a portfolio of consumer loans to a third party consisting primarily of certain non-performing mortgage loans and government-backed mortgage loans that we previously transferred to held for sale in 2021 as part of our Restructuring Plan. These mortgage loans had a carrying value which collectively totaled $904 million, including $865 million of residential mortgages and $39 million of home equity mortgages, and we recognized a loss on sale of $35 million, largely reflecting changes in the final terms of the sale.
Subsequent to completion of the sales discussed above, during the second quarter of 2022, the remaining mass market residential mortgage and home equity mortgage loans not sold, with a carrying value which collectively totaled $538 million, were transferred back to held for investment as we now intend to hold these loans as a run-off portfolio for the foreseeable future.
At June 30, 2022, additional consumer loans that we previously transferred to held for sale in 2021 as part of our Restructuring Plan remained in loans held for sale, including $8 million of credit cards and $96 million of other consumer loans (of which $22 million are student loans that we have previously elected to designate under the fair value option and are therefore carried at fair value).
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In addition, residential mortgage loans held for sale includesare agency-eligible conforming residential mortgage loans which are originated and held for sale to third parties, currently on a servicing retained basis. Balances will fluctuate from period to period depending on the volume and level of activity. Gains and losses from the sale of these residential mortgage loans are reflected as a component of other income (loss) in the accompanying consolidated statement of income.
Excluding the loans designated under the fair value option discussed above, loans held for sale are recorded at the lower of amortized cost or fair value, with adjustments to fair value being recorded as a valuation allowance through other revenues. The valuation allowance on consumer loans held for sale was $13 million and $7 millionimmaterial at June 30, 2022both March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021, respectively. The valuation allowance on commercial loans held for sale was $1 million and $5 million at June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, respectively.2022.
Trading Assets and Liabilities  The following table summarizes trading assets and liabilities at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and increases (decreases) since December 31, 2021:2022:
 Increase (Decrease) From December 31, 2021  Increase (Decrease) From December 31, 2022
June 30, 2022Amount%
March 31, 2023Amount%
(dollars are in millions) (dollars are in millions)
Trading assets:Trading assets:Trading assets:
Securities(1)
Securities(1)
$13,033 $(5,698)(30.4)%
Securities(1)
$11,918 $(4,367)(26.8)%
Precious metalsPrecious metals3,372 (535)(13.7)Precious metals4,430 599 15.6 
Derivatives, netDerivatives, net2,303 898 63.9 Derivatives, net1,211 (403)(25.0)
$18,708 $(5,335)(22.2)%$17,559 $(4,171)(19.2)%
Trading liabilities:Trading liabilities:Trading liabilities:
Securities sold, not yet purchasedSecurities sold, not yet purchased$907 $(196)(17.8)%Securities sold, not yet purchased$984 $147 17.6 %
Payables for precious metals340 294 *
Derivatives, netDerivatives, net2,519 645 34.4 Derivatives, net1,259 (707)(36.0)
$3,766 $743 24.6 %$2,243 $(560)(20.0)%
*Percentage change is greater than 100 percent.
(1)See Note 4, "Trading Assets and Liabilities," in the accompanying consolidated financial statements for a breakout of trading securities by category.
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Trading securities balances were lower compared with December 31, 20212022 due primarily to a decrease in equity positions, partially offset by an increase in foreign sovereign positions. Trading security positions are primarily held as economic hedges of interest rate, credit and equity derivative products issued to clients of domestic and emerging markets. Balances of securities sold, not yet purchased were lowerhigher compared with December 31, 2021 driven by a decline2022 due to an increase in short U.S. Treasury positions related to economic hedges of derivatives in the interest rate trading portfolio.security positions held for Community Reinvestment Act purposes.
Precious metals trading assets decreasedwere higher compared with December 31, 20212022 due primarily to a decreasean increase in our own gold inventory position, and lower spot prices, partially offset by an increasedecrease in our own silver inventory position. Payables for precious metals were higher compared with December 31, 2021 reflecting an increase in borrowing of gold inventory to support client activity levels. Precious metal positions may not represent our net underlying exposure as we may use derivatives contracts to reduce our risk associated with these positions, the fair value of which would appear in derivatives in the table above.
Derivative asset and liability balances both increaseddeclined compared with December 31, 20212022 mainly from market movements which resulted in higherlower valuations of foreign exchange commodity and creditinterest rate derivatives, partially offset by lowerhigher valuations of interest ratecommodity and credit derivatives. Market movements on equity derivatives were mixed, resulting in highlower derivative asset valuations, but lowerhigher derivative liability valuations.
Securities  Securities include securities available-for-sale and securities held-to-maturity, net. Securities balances were lowerhigher compared with December 31, 20212022 driven by unfavorable market valuations due to increasing yields as well as net salespurchases of U.S. Government agency mortgage-backed and paydownsU.S. Treasury securities held-to-maturity, partially offset by maturities of foreign sovereign securities available-for-sale as part of our continuing strategy to maximize returns while balancing the securities portfolio for risk management purposes. The decline in securities balances was primarily in U.S. Government agency mortgage-backed securities, U.S. Government sponsored mortgage-backed securities and U.S. Treasury securities.
All Other Assets  All other assets include, among other items, properties and equipment, net, goodwill and other branch related assets held for sale.goodwill. All other assets were higherlower compared with December 31, 20212022 due primarily to increasesthe completion of a client share repurchase transaction during the first quarter of 2023 as well as decreases in deferred tax assets, cash collateral posted, and outstanding settlement balances related to security sales.sales and deferred tax assets. These increasesdecreases were partially offset by completion of the sale of other branchhigher margin requirements related assets held for sale during the first quarter of 2022.to futures trading.
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Deposits  The following table summarizes deposit balances by major depositor categories at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and increases (decreases) since December 31, 2021:2022:
  Increase (Decrease) From December 31, 2021
  
June 30, 2022Amount%
 (dollars are in millions)
Individuals, partnerships and corporations$108,733 $(10,551)(8.8)%
Domestic and foreign banks16,517 3,642 28.3 
U.S. government and states and political subdivisions134 (163)(54.9)
Foreign governments and official institutions1,879 53 2.9 
Deposits held for sale(1)
 (8,750)(100.0)
Total deposits$127,263 $(15,769)(11.0)%
(1)Represented deposits associated with the exit of our mass market retail banking business as part of our Restructuring Plan.
  Increase (Decrease) From December 31, 2022
  
March 31, 2023Amount%
 (dollars are in millions)
Individuals, partnerships and corporations$109,661 $1,491 1.4 %
Domestic and foreign banks9,775 (2,581)(20.9)
U.S. government and states and political subdivisions125 (35)(21.9)
Foreign governments and official institutions2,607 70 2.8 
Total deposits$122,168 $(1,055)(.9)%
Total deposits decreased compared with December 31, 20212022 due primarily to lower demanddeposits from affiliates and savings deposits driven by the continued attrition of balances our clients had previously built up during the COVID-19 pandemic and clients deploying cash to their businesses, as well as completion of the sale of the branch disposal group during the first quarter of 2022.retail savings deposits. These decreases were partially offset by increased time deposits from affiliates and higher time deposits.as well as deposit inflows associated with the recent banking industry turmoil.
Short-Term Borrowings  Short-term borrowings were lowerhigher compared with December 31, 2021 due to a decline2022 reflecting increases in securities sold under repurchase agreements partially offset by an increase inand commercial paper outstanding.
Long-Term Debt  Long-term debt decreasedincreased compared with December 31, 2021 as the impact of2022 due to debt issuances was more than offset by debt retirements and fair value movements on fair value option debt.debt, partially offset by debt retirements. Debt issuances during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 totaled $2,198$2,037 million, and $2,845 million, respectively, of which $14$3 million and $102 million, respectively, was issued by HSBC Bank USA.
Incremental issuances from our shelf registration statement with the SEC totaled $2,743$2,034 million of senior debt during the sixthree months ended June 30, 2022,March 31, 2023, which included $1,000$1,250 million of senior notes that were issued by HSBC USA in MayMarch as well as $1,743$784 million of structured notes. Total long-term debt outstanding under this shelf was $8,331$11,043 million and $7,346$9,597 million at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, respectively.
Incremental issuances from the HSBC Bank USA Global Bank Note Program totaled $102$3 million during the sixthree months ended June 30, 2022.March 31, 2023. Total debt outstanding under this program was $1,955 million and $1,966$1,932 million at June 30, 2022both March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021, respectively.2022.
Borrowings from the Federal Home Loan Bank ("FHLB") totaled $1,000 million at both June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021.2022.
Interest, Taxes and Other Liabilities  Interest, taxes and other liabilities include, among other items, other branch related liabilities held for sale. Interest, taxes and other liabilities were higher compared with December 31, 20212022 due primarily to increasesan increase in derivative balances associated with hedging activities and outstanding settlement balances related to security purchases. These increases werepurchases, partially offset by the completion of the sale of other branch related liabilities held for salea client share repurchase transaction during the first quarter of 2022.

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Results of Operations
Net Interest Income  Net interest income is the total interest income on earning assets less the total interest expense on deposits and borrowed funds. An analysis of consolidated average balances and interest rates is presented in this MD&A under the caption "Consolidated Average Balances and Interest Rates."
The significant components of net interest margin are summarized in the following table:
  2022 Compared
with 2021
Increase (Decrease)
 
Three Months Ended June 30,2022VolumeRate2021
 (dollars are in millions)
Interest income:
Short-term investments$110 $(3)$96 $17 
Trading securities55 (24)25 54 
Securities169 (17)26 160 
Commercial loans309 24 10 275 
Consumer loans128 (26)(12)166 
Other12 — 
Total interest income783 (46)153 676 
Interest expense:
Deposits135 (12)78 69 
Short-term borrowings21 14 
Long-term debt89 (15)26 78 
Tax liabilities and other6 — 
Total interest expense251 (24)122 153 
Net interest income$532 $(22)$31 $523 
Yield on total interest earning assets1.94 %1.48 %
Cost of total interest bearing liabilities.87 .46 
Interest rate spread1.07 1.02 
Benefit from net non-interest paying funds(1)
.25 .12 
Net interest margin on average earning assets1.32 %1.14 %
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 2022 Compared
with 2021
Increase (Decrease)
 
Six Months Ended June 30,2022VolumeRate2021
 2023 Compared
with 2022
Increase (Decrease)
 
Three Months Ended March 31,Three Months Ended March 31,2023VolumeRate2022
(dollars are in millions) (dollars are in millions)
Interest income:Interest income:Interest income:
Short-term investmentsShort-term investments$137 $(3)$107 $33 Short-term investments$410 $(7)$390 $27 
Trading securitiesTrading securities118 (32)48 102 Trading securities49 (13)(1)63 
SecuritiesSecurities310 (43)16 337 Securities323 (19)201 141 
Commercial loansCommercial loans547 22 (32)557 Commercial loans657 412 238 
Consumer loansConsumer loans266 (40)(29)335 Consumer loans146 (9)17 138 
OtherOther17 (2)13 Other19 (1)15 
Total interest incomeTotal interest income1,395 (98)116 1,377 Total interest income1,604 (42)1,034 612 
Interest expense:Interest expense:Interest expense:
DepositsDeposits193 (24)67 150 Deposits756 (4)702 58 
Short-term borrowingsShort-term borrowings26 14 Short-term borrowings100 — 95 
Long-term debtLong-term debt157 (29)26 160 Long-term debt256 180 68 
Tax liabilities and otherTax liabilities and other10 Tax liabilities and other9 (1)
Total interest expenseTotal interest expense386 (49)112 323 Total interest expense1,121 983 135 
Net interest incomeNet interest income$1,009 $(49)$$1,054 Net interest income$483 $(45)$51 $477 
Yield on total interest earning assetsYield on total interest earning assets1.68 %1.51 %Yield on total interest earning assets4.23 %1.43 %
Cost of total interest bearing liabilitiesCost of total interest bearing liabilities.65 .48 Cost of total interest bearing liabilities3.87 .44 
Interest rate spreadInterest rate spread1.03 1.03 Interest rate spread.36 .99 
Benefit from net non-interest paying funds(1)
Benefit from net non-interest paying funds(1)
.18 .13 
Benefit from net non-interest paying funds(1)
.92 .13 
Net interest margin on average earning assetsNet interest margin on average earning assets1.21 %1.16 %Net interest margin on average earning assets1.28 %1.12 %
(1)Represents the benefit associated with interest earning assets in excess of interest bearing liabilities. Increased percentages reflect growth in this excess or a higher cost of interest bearing liabilities, while decreased percentages reflect a reduction in this excess or a lower cost of interest bearing liabilities.
Net interest income increased modestly during the three months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 due primarily to higher interest income from commercial loans, short-term investments commercial loans and securities driven by higher yields, and higher commercial loan average balances. The increase in the three-month period was partially offset by higher interest expense from interest bearing liabilities driven by higher rates paid as well as lower interest income from consumer loans driven by lower average balances and lower yields. In the year-to-date period, net interest income decreased due primarily to higher interest expense from deposits and short-term borrowings driven by higher rates paid as well as lower interest income from consumer loans and securities driven by lower average balances and lower consumer loan yields. The decrease in the year-to-date period was partially offset by higher interest income from short-term investments and trading securities driven by higher yields on these investments.paid.
Short-term investments Interest income increased during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 due to higher yields reflecting the impact of higher market rates.
Trading securities Interest income was relatively flatdecreased during the three months ended June 30, 2022 and increasedMarch 31, 2023 due primarily to lower average balances driven by a decline in the year-to-date period as the impact of higher yields reflecting the impact of higher market rates and a shift in mix to higher yielding equity positions, was largely offset in the three-month period and partially offset in the year-to-date period by lower average balances. Lower average balances were driven by declines in foreign sovereign and U.S. Treasury positions, which were partially offset in the year-to-date period by an increase in equityforeign sovereign positions. Interest income associated with trading securities was partially offset within trading revenue by the performance of the associated derivatives as discussed further below.
Securities Interest income increasedwas higher during the three months ended June 30, 2022 and decreased in the year-to-date period as the impact ofMarch 31, 2023 due to higher yields reflecting the impact of higher market rates, was partially offset in the three-month period and more than offset in the year-to-date period by lower average balances. Lower average balances were due primarily todriven by declines in U.S. Government sponsored mortgage-backed, U.S. Treasury and foreign sovereign securities.
Commercial loans Interest income increased during the three months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 due primarily to higher average balances driven by new business activity and higher yields reflecting the impact of higher market rates. In the year-to-date period, interest income decreased as the impact of higher average balances driven by new business activity was more than offset byrates on variable rate loans and newly originated loans.
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lower yields reflecting the impact of low market rates on loans originated or refinanced during the second half of 2021 and the first quarter of 2022.
Consumer loans Interest income decreasedwas higher during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 due primarily to higher yields on residential mortgage loans reflecting the impact of higher market rates on variable rate loans and newly originated loans, partially offset by lower average balances driven by the impact of loan sales which resulted in lower average balances and lower yields, including a lower mixduring the first quarter of higher yielding credit card receivables.2022.
Other Higher interest income during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 was due to higher yields reflecting the impact of higher market rates on cash collateral posted and investments in Federal Reserve Bank stock and FHLB stock.
Deposits Interest expense increased during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 due to higher rates paid reflecting the impact of higher market rates. The increase was partially offset by lower average balances reflecting lower demandrates and, savings deposits driven by the attrition of balances our clients had previously built up during the COVID-19 pandemic and clients deploying cash to their businesses, as well as completion of the sale of the branch disposal group during the first quarter of 2022. Also contributinga lesser extent, a shift in mix to lower average balances was a decline inhigher cost time deposits which was partially offset by higher savings deposits from a few large private banking clients.deposits.
Short-term borrowings Higher interest expense during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 was due primarily to higher rates paid reflecting the impact of higher market rates.
Long-term debt Interest expense increased during the three months ended June 30, 2022 and decreased in the year-to-date period as the impact ofMarch 31, 2023 due primarily to higher rates paid reflecting the impact of higher market rates was partially offset in the three-month periodon variable rate borrowings and more than offset in the year-to-date period by lower average borrowings.newly issued debt.
Tax liabilities and other Interest expense increased during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 due primarily to higher rates paid on securities sold, not yet repurchased reflecting the impact of higher market rates.
Provision for Credit Losses The following table summarizes the components of the provision for credit losses:
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
 (dollars are in millions)
Loans:
Commercial loans:
Real estate, including construction$40 $(3)$43 *
Business and corporate banking22 (24)46 *
Global banking(2)(79)77 97.5 
Other commercial(1)(1)— 
Total commercial loans59 (107)166 *
Consumer loans:
Residential mortgages(1)(9)*
Home equity mortgages1 (5)*
Credit cards5 (76)81 *
Other consumer(1)(21)20 95.2 
Total consumer loans4 (94)98 *
Total loans63 (201)264 *
Securities held-to-maturity(1)— (1)*
Other financial assets measured at amortized cost (1)100.0 
Securities available-for-sale2 — *
Off-balance sheet credit exposures5 (27)32 *
Total provision for credit losses$69 $(229)$298 *
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Increase (Decrease)
Six Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended March 31,Three Months Ended March 31,20232022Amount%
(dollars are in millions) (dollars are in millions)
Loans:Loans:Loans:
Commercial loans:Commercial loans:Commercial loans:
Real estate, including constructionReal estate, including construction$89 $(28)$117 *Real estate, including construction$(28)$49 $(77)*
Business and corporate bankingBusiness and corporate banking(18)(77)59 76.6 Business and corporate banking38 (40)78 *
Global bankingGlobal banking27 (144)171 *Global banking12 29 (17)(58.6)
Other commercialOther commercial(3)(1)(2)*Other commercial (2)100.0 
Total commercial loansTotal commercial loans95 (250)345 *Total commercial loans22 36 (14)(38.9)
Consumer loans:Consumer loans:Consumer loans:
Residential mortgagesResidential mortgages(5)(11)*Residential mortgages(10)(4)(6)*
Home equity mortgagesHome equity mortgages1 (8)*Home equity mortgages1 — *
Credit cardsCredit cards4 (77)81 *Credit cards (1)100.0 
Other consumerOther consumer(1)(17)16 94.1 Other consumer(1)— (1)*
Total consumer loansTotal consumer loans(1)(96)95 99.0 Total consumer loans(10)(5)(5)(100.0)
Total loansTotal loans94 (346)440 *Total loans12 31 (19)(61.3)
Securities held-to-maturity(1)— (1)*
Other financial assets measured at amortized cost (1)100.0 
Securities available-for-saleSecurities available-for-sale1 — *Securities available-for-sale (1)100.0 
Off-balance sheet credit exposuresOff-balance sheet credit exposures(14)(109)95 87.2 Off-balance sheet credit exposures8 (19)27 *
Total provision for credit lossesTotal provision for credit losses$80 $(456)$536 *Total provision for credit losses$20 $11 $81.8 %
*Percentage change is greater than 100 percent.
Our provision for credit losses increased $298 million and $536$9 million during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, respectively,March 31, 2023 due primarily to a higher provision for credit losses on off-balance sheet credit exposures, partially offset by a lower provision for credit losses on both our commercial and consumer loan portfolios as well as a higher provision for credit losses on off-balance sheet credit exposures.portfolios.
The provision for credit losses on our commercial loan portfolio increased $166 million and $345decreased $14 million during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, respectively, reflecting loss provisions compared with releases in credit loss reserves in the prior year periods.March 31, 2023. The loss provisionsprovision in the current year periods wereperiod was driven by the weakening of economic conditions which resulted in increases in credit reserves for risk factors associated with large loan and higher risk industry exposures, supply chain disruptions and energy price uncertainty, as well as weakness in the financial condition of certain clients and, in the current three-month period, a worsening of economic forecasts. Also contributing to the loss provisions in the current year periods were higher provisions associated with loan growth and maturity extensions. In the prior year periods, the releases in credit reserves were driven by improved economic conditions which resulted in improved economic forecasts and improvements in the credit condition of certain clients as well as declines in credit reserves for risk factors associated with higher risk clientindustry exposures and large loan exposures as well as downgrades reflecting weakness in the year-to-datefinancial condition of certain clients. In the prior year period, the loss provision was driven by increases in credit reserves for risk factors associated with economic uncertainty. Client paydownsuncertainty, including higher risk industry exposures and supply chain disruptions, as well as higher provisions associated with loan sales also contributed to the releasesgrowth and maturity extensions. The loss provision in the prior year periods.period was partially offset by improved economic conditions which resulted in improved economic forecasts.
The provision for credit losses on our consumer loan portfolio increased $98 million and $95decreased $5 million during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, respectively, due primarily to releasesMarch 31, 2023 reflecting a higher release in credit loss reserves in the prior year periods driven by our decision to exit our mass market retail banking business which resulted in areserves. The release of credit loss reserves and a reduction to the provision for credit losses of approximately $100 million during the second quarter of 2021, including declines in credit reserves for risk factors primarily associated with economic uncertainty and forbearance accounts. Also contributing to the releases in credit reserves in the prior year periods were improved economic conditions which resulted in improved economic forecasts. In the current year three-month period a modest loss provision was driven by the weakening of economic conditions which resulted in a worsening of economic forecasts. In the current year-to-date period, the provision for credit losses was relatively flat asimproved housing price forecasts, partially offset by an increase in credit reserves for risk factors associated with economic uncertainty was more than offset by the impact of net recoveries.
The provision for credit losses on off-balance sheet credit exposures increased $32 million during the three months ended June 30, 2022 reflecting a modest loss provisionchange in the current year period resulting from the weakening of economic conditions compared with a release in credit loss reserves in the prior year period resulting from improved economic conditions. In the
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year-to-dateNew York State foreclosure law. In the prior year period, the release in credit reserves was driven by improved economic conditions which resulted in improved economic forecasts, partially offset by an increase in credit reserves for risk factors associated with economic uncertainty.
The provision for credit losses on off-balance sheet credit exposures increased $95$27 million during the three months ended March 31, 2023 reflecting a lowerloss provision compared with a release in credit loss reserves.reserves in the prior year period. The modest release in credit reservesloss provision in the current year period resulted from an increase in credit reserves for risk factors associated with large loan exposures and downgrades reflecting weakness in the financial condition of certain clients. In the prior year period, the release in credit reserves resulted from improved economic conditions and improvements in the credit condition of certain clients while the release in the prior year period resulted from improved economic conditions.clients.
See "Credit Quality" in this MD&A for additional discussion on the allowance for credit losses associated with our various loan portfolios.
Other Revenues  The following table summarizes the components of other revenues:
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
Three Months Ended March 31,Three Months Ended March 31,20232022Amount%
(dollars are in millions) (dollars are in millions)
Credit card fees, netCredit card fees, net$12 $13 $(1)(7.7)%Credit card fees, net$11 $15 $(4)(26.7)%
Trust and investment management feesTrust and investment management fees34 26 30.8 Trust and investment management fees31 26 19.2 
Other fees and commissionsOther fees and commissions160 171 (11)(6.4)Other fees and commissions148 178 (30)(16.9)
Trading revenueTrading revenue61 59 *Trading revenue225 72 153 *
Other securities gains, netOther securities gains, net9 18 (9)(50.0)Other securities gains, net3 20 (17)(85.0)
Servicing and other fees from HSBC affiliatesServicing and other fees from HSBC affiliates87 70 17 24.3 Servicing and other fees from HSBC affiliates74 101 (27)(26.7)
Gain on instruments designated at fair value and related derivatives19 12 *
Other income (loss):
Valuation of loans held for sale(9)(5)(4)(80.0)
Residential mortgage banking revenue (expense)(2)(3)*
Insurance1 (1)(50.0)
Miscellaneous income (loss)(29)(1)(28)*
Total other income (loss)(39)(3)(36)*
Total other revenues$343 $304 $39 12.8 %
Increase (Decrease)
Six Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
(dollars are in millions)
Credit card fees, net$27 $23 $17.4 %
Trust and investment management fees60 55 9.1 
Other fees and commissions338 336 .6 
Trading revenue133 43 90 *
Other securities gains, net29 47 (18)(38.3)
Servicing and other fees from HSBC affiliates188 153 35 22.9 
Gain on instruments designated at fair value and related derivatives25 25 — — 
Gain (loss) on instruments designated at fair value and related derivativesGain (loss) on instruments designated at fair value and related derivatives(22)(28)*
Gain on sale of branch disposal group, netGain on sale of branch disposal group, net111 — 111 *Gain on sale of branch disposal group, net 111 (111)(100.0)
Other income (loss):Other income (loss):Other income (loss):
Valuation of loans held for saleValuation of loans held for sale(6)(5)(1)(20.0)Valuation of loans held for sale (3)(100.0)
Residential mortgage banking revenueResidential mortgage banking revenue4 17 (13)(76.5)Residential mortgage banking revenue1 (5)(83.3)
InsuranceInsurance2 (1)(33.3)Insurance1 — — 
Miscellaneous income (loss)Miscellaneous income (loss)(82)(9)(73)*Miscellaneous income (loss)(19)(53)34 64.2
Total other income (loss)Total other income (loss)(82)(88)*Total other income (loss)(17)(43)26 60.5 
Total other revenuesTotal other revenues$829 $688 $141 20.5 %Total other revenues$453 $486 $(33)(6.8)%
*Percentage change is greater than 100 percent.
Credit card fees, net  Credit card fees, net was relatively flat during the three months ended June 30, 2022 and increased in the year-to-date period as lower income from retail credit cards reflecting the impact of loan sales was largely offset in the three-month period and more than offset in the year-to-date period by higher income from commercial credit cards. The increase in income from commercial credit cards reflects higher interchange fees driven by higher client spending, partially offset by higher cost estimates associated with our credit card rewards program.
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Trust and investment management fees  Trust and investment management fees increased during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 due to higher fees from liquidity funds driven by lower fee waivers reflecting the impact of higher market interest rates and higher average liquidity assets under management. The increase was partially offset by lower fees from fixed income funds driven by unfavorable market performance.
Other fees and commissions Other fees and commissions decreased during the three months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 due primarily to lowerthe non-recurrence of loan servicing fees from loan syndication, loan commitments and wire transfers reflecting lower business activity compared withrecorded in the prior year period. The decrease was partially offset by higher loan servicing feesperiod reflecting the temporary servicing agreement we entered into associated with the sale of a portfolio of mass market retail credit cards to a third party during the fourth quarter of 2021. In
Trust and investment management fees  Trust and investment management fees increased during the year-to-date period, otherthree months ended March 31, 2023 due to higher fees from liquidity funds driven by lower fee waivers reflecting the impact of higher market interest rates.
Other fees and commissions were relatively flat as higher loan servicingOther fees were largely offset byand commissions decreased during the three months ended March 31, 2023 due primarily to lower fees from wire transfers.loan syndication reflecting lower business activity compared with the prior year period. See Note 13, "Fee Income from Contracts with Customers," in the accompanying consolidated financial statements for additional information including a summary of the components of other fees and commissions.
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Trading revenue  Trading revenue is generated by participation in the foreign exchange, precious metals, rates, credit and equities markets. The following table presents trading revenue by business activity. Not included in the table below is the impact of net interest income associated with trading securities which is an integral part of trading activities' overall performance. Certain derivatives, such as total return swaps, are economically hedged by holding the underlying interest bearing referenced assets. Net interest income related to trading activities is recorded in net interest income in the consolidated statement of income.income (loss). Trading revenue related to the mortgage banking business is included as a component of other income (loss).
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
(dollars are in millions)
Business Activities:
Foreign Exchange$42 $36 $16.7 %
Metals20 11 *
Debt Markets (2)(100.0)
Securities Financing(18)(42)24 57.1 
Markets Treasury15 11 *
Legacy structured credit products (1)(100.0)
Other trading(1)
2 (8)10 *
Total trading revenue$61 $$59 *
Increase (Decrease)
Six Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended March 31,Three Months Ended March 31,20232022Amount%
(dollars are in millions) (dollars are in millions)
Business Activities:Business Activities:Business Activities:
Foreign ExchangeForeign Exchange$103 $96 $7.3 %Foreign Exchange$102 $61 $41 67.2 %
MetalsMetals44 28 16 57.1 Metals57 24 33 *
Debt MarketsDebt Markets(3)(4)*Debt Markets1 (3)*
Securities FinancingSecurities Financing(53)(77)24 31.2 Securities Financing71 (35)106 *
Markets TreasuryMarkets Treasury41 35 *Markets Treasury(2)26 (28)*
Legacy structured credit productsLegacy structured credit products1 (2)(66.7)Legacy structured credit products (1)(100.0)
Other trading(1)
Other trading(1)
 (14)14 100.0 
Other trading(1)
(4)(2)(2)(100.0)
Total trading revenueTotal trading revenue$133 $43 $90 *Total trading revenue$225 $72 $153 *
*Percentage change is greater than 100 percent.
(1)Includes trading revenue related to Global Banking and Equities. During the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, other trading revenue also included $6 million and $10 million, respectively, of trading losses associated with the exit of certain derivative contracts as part of our Restructuring Plan.
Trading revenue increased during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 due primarily to higher revenue in Securities Financing Markets Treasury and Metals. Higher revenue in Securities Financing was due to lower losses related toimproved revenue from swaps in prime brokerage. Revenue wasbrokerage as well as higher revenue in Markets Treasury due to the improved performance of economic hedge positions used
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to manage interest rate riskForeign Exchange and revenue was higher in Metals as market volatility resulted in increased trading opportunities. Also contributingThese increases were partially offset by lower revenue in Markets Treasury due to the increase in trading revenue was the non-recurrenceunfavorable performance of Other trading losses recorded in the prior year periods associated with the exit of certain derivative contracts as part of our Restructuring Plan.economic hedge positions used to manage interest rate risk.
Other securities gains, net  We maintain securities portfolios as part of our balance sheet diversification and risk management strategies. During the three and six months ended June 30,March 31, 2023 and 2022, we sold $686$681 million and $1,002$316 million, respectively, of primarily U.S. Treasury U.S. Government agency mortgage-backed and U.S. Government sponsored mortgage-backed securities compared with $2,263 million and $6,170 million during the prior year periods as part of a continuing strategy to maximize returns while balancing the securities portfolio for risk management purposes. Other securities gains, net decreased during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 reflectingMarch 31, 2023 driven by lower gains from the impactsale of lower sales activity.U.S. Treasury securities. The gross realized gains and losses from sales of securities, which are included as a component of other securities gains, net above, are summarized in Note 5, "Securities," in the accompanying consolidated financial statements.
Servicing and other fees from HSBC affiliates Servicing and other fees from HSBC affiliates increaseddecreased during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 due primarily to higherlower performance fees associated with trading activity booked on the balance sheet of HSBC Bank plc and, in the year-to-date period, higherto a lesser extent, lower cost reimbursements associated with shared services performed on behalf of other HSBC affiliates.
Gain (loss) on instruments designated at fair value and related derivatives  We have elected to apply fair value option accounting to certain commercial loans held for sale, certain student loans, certain of our own fixed-rate debt issuances, and all of our hybrid instruments issued, including structured notes and deposits.deposits, and, at December 31, 2022, a client share repurchase transaction. We also use derivatives to economically hedge the interest rate and other risks associated with certain financial assets and liabilities for which fair value option accounting has been elected. Gain (loss) on instruments designated at fair value and related derivatives increaseddecreased during the three months ended June 30, 2022 and was flat in the year-to-date period as favorable movements relatedMarch 31, 2023 attributable to the economic hedging of interest rate and other risks within our hybrid instruments were partially offset in the three-month period and offset in the year-to-date period by valuation losses in the current year periods on certain commercial loans as well as unfavorable movements related to the economic hedging of interest rate risk and other risks within our own debt.hybrid instruments. See Note 11, "Fair Value Option," in the accompanying consolidated financial statements for additional information including a breakout of these amounts by individual component.
Gain on sale of branch disposal group, net During the first quarter of 2022, we completed the sale of the branch disposal group associated with the exit of our mass market retail banking business to third parties and recognized a gain on sale of approximately $111 million, net of transaction costs. See Note 3, "Branch"Sale of Certain Branch Assets and Liabilities, Held for Sale," in the accompanying consolidated financial statements for additional information.
Other income (loss)  Other income (loss) was lowerhigher during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 due primarily to a lossthe non-recurrence of $31 million recorded during the second quarter of 2022 on the swap agreements entered into in conjunction with the sales of Visa Class B Shares primarily related to an increase in the expected timing of the final resolution of the related litigation and, in the year-to-date period, a loss of $35 million recorded during the first quarter of 2022 on the sale of a portfolio of consumer mortgage loans. Also contributing to the decrease in both periods wereincrease was higher lossesincome associated with bank owned life insurance, lower gains on sales of commercial loans and lower residential mortgage banking revenue driven by lower gains on sales of residential mortgage loans.insurance. These decreasesincreases were partially offset by higher income associated with credit default swap protection which largely reflects the hedging of a few client relationships.
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partially offset by a loss associated with credit default swap protection which largely reflects the hedging of a few client relationships compared with a gain in the period year period as well as lower residential mortgage banking revenue driven by unfavorable fair value adjustments on mortgage servicing rights.
Operating Expenses  The following table summarizes the components of operating expenses:
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
 (dollars are in millions)
Salaries and employee benefits$138 $182 $(44)(24.2)%
Support services from HSBC affiliates:
Fees paid to HTSU244 268 (24)(9.0)
Fees paid to HSBC Markets (USA) Inc. ("HMUS")46 18 28 *
Fees paid to other HSBC affiliates129 106 23 21.7 
Total support services from HSBC affiliates419 392 27 6.9 
Occupancy expense, net13 118 (105)(89.0)
Other expenses:
Equipment and software26 33 (7)(21.2)
Marketing7 (2)(22.2)
Outside services19 18 5.6 
Professional fees53 23 30 *
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation ("FDIC") assessment fees12 15 (3)(20.0)
Miscellaneous6 12 (6)(50.0)
Total other expenses123 110 13 11.8 
Total operating expenses$693 $802 $(109)(13.6)%
Personnel - average number2,517 3,799 
Efficiency ratio79.2 %97.0 %
Increase (Decrease)
Six Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
 (dollars are in millions)
Salaries and employee benefits$292 $358 $(66)(18.4)%
Support services from HSBC affiliates:
Fees paid to HTSU504 512 (8)(1.6)
Fees paid to HMUS83 46 37 80.4 
Fees paid to other HSBC affiliates250 201 49 24.4 
Total support services from HSBC affiliates837 759 78 10.3 
Occupancy expense, net30 148 (118)(79.7)
Other expenses:
Equipment and software50 56 (6)(10.7)
Marketing14 18 (4)(22.2)
Outside services35 35 — — 
Professional fees74 42 32 76.2 
FDIC assessment fees27 33 (6)(18.2)
Miscellaneous20 35 (15)(42.9)
Total other expenses220 219 .5 
Total operating expenses$1,379 $1,484 $(105)(7.1)%
Personnel - average number2,763 3,867 
Efficiency ratio75.0 %85.2 %
*Percentage change is greater than 100 percent.
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended March 31,20232022Amount%
 (dollars are in millions)
Salaries and employee benefits$121 $154 $(33)(21.4)%
Support services from HSBC affiliates:
Fees paid to HTSU220 260 (40)(15.4)
Fees paid to HSBC Markets (USA) Inc. ("HMUS")53 37 16 43.2 
Fees paid to other HSBC affiliates111 121 (10)(8.3)
Total support services from HSBC affiliates384 418 (34)(8.1)
Occupancy expense, net30 17 13 76.5 
Other expenses:
Equipment and software27 24 12.5 
Marketing3 (4)(57.1)
Outside services12 16 (4)(25.0)
Professional fees12 21 (9)(42.9)
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation assessment fees22 15 46.7 
Miscellaneous18 14 28.6 
Total other expenses94 97 (3)(3.1)
Total operating expenses$629 $686 $(57)(8.3)%
Personnel - average number2,045 2,965 
Efficiency ratio67.2 %71.2 %
Salaries and employee benefits  Salaries and employee benefits expense decreased during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 due primarily to lower salaries andexpense, incentive compensation expenseand other staff costs driven by staff reductions related to the completion of our
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Restructuring Plan, including completion of the sale of the branch disposal group during the first quarter of 2022. Also contributing to the decrease, to a lesser extent, was lower salaries expense reflecting the impact of certain wholesale operations staff which were transferred from HSBC Bank USA to HTSU support services during the first quarter of 2022.
Support services from HSBC affiliates  Servicing and other fees from HSBC affiliates increaseddecreased during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 due primarily to higher allocated restructuring related costs from HTSU and other HSBC affiliates. During the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, we recorded $55non-recurrence of $40 million and $95 million, respectively, of allocated restructuring related costsCosts to Achieve from HTSU and other HSBC affiliates, primarily support service project costs and severance costs, compared with $29 million and $48 million of allocated costsrecorded during the prior year periods.period. Also contributing to the increasedecrease were lower cost allocations from our support service functions driven by the completion of our Restructuring Plan. These decreases were partially offset by higher cost allocations from HMUS associated with Global Banking activities reflecting the impactsimpact of a higher staff costs and an updated service level agreement as well as higher costs associated with our investments in systems infrastructure and new technologies. In addition, the increase reflects higher expense due to the transfer of certain wholesale operations staff from HSBC Bank USA to HTSU support services as discussed above. These increases were partially offset by lower cost allocations from our support service functions driven by the execution of our Restructuring Plan.utilization percentage. A summary of the services received from various HSBC affiliates is included in Note 14, "Related Party Transactions," in the accompanying consolidated financial statements.
Occupancy expense, net  Occupancy expense, net was lowerhigher during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 due primarily to the non-recurrence of $82$19 million of lease impairment and other related costs recorded during the secondfirst quarter of 20212023 related to the exit of certain branches and office space as partspace. This increase was partially offset by lower operating lease costs driven by the completion of our Restructuring Plan. Also contributing to the decrease were lower operating lease costs and depreciation expense driven by the execution of our Restructuring Plan, including completion of the sale of the branch disposal group during the first quarter of 2022.
Other expenses  Other expenses increaseddecreased modestly during the three months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 due primarily to higherlower professional fees, driven by higher attorney's fees,marketing expense and outside services expense which were partially offset by higher levels of expense capitalization related to internally developed software as well as declines in equipment costs, deposit insurance assessment fees and marketing expense. In the year-to-date period, other expenses were flat as higher professional fees driven by higher attorney's fees were offset by higher levels of expense capitalization related to internally developedcapitalized software as well as declines in equipment costs, deposit insurance assessment fees and marketingamortization expense.
Efficiency ratio  Our efficiency ratio improved during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 due primarily to lower operating expenses driven by lease impairment and other related costs recorded during the second quartercompletion of 2021 as discussed above and higherour Restructuring Plan, partially offset by lower other revenues driven by higher trading revenue and, in the year-to-date period,non-recurrence of the gain on sale of the branch disposal group recorded duringin the first quarter of 2022prior year period as discussed above. While net interest income was higher and contributed to the improvement in the three-month period, it was lower in the year-to-date period.
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Income tax expenseThe following table summarizes our effective tax rate based on the provision for income taxes attributable to pretax income:
Three Months Ended June 30,20222021
Three Months Ended March 31,Three Months Ended March 31,20232022
(dollars are in millions) (dollars are in millions)
Income before income taxIncome before income tax$113 $254 Income before income tax$287 $266 
Income tax expenseIncome tax expense23 61 Income tax expense70 65 
Effective tax rateEffective tax rate20.4 %24.0 %Effective tax rate24.4 %24.4 %
Six Months Ended June 30,20222021
(dollars are in millions)
Income before income tax$379 $714 
Income tax expense88 182 
Effective tax rate23.2 %25.5 %
Income tax expense and the effective tax rate decreased duringDuring the three and six months ended June 30, 2022. The decrease inMarch 31, 2023, income tax expense wasincreased driven by lowerhigher pre-tax income, while the decreasethere was no change in the effective tax rate resulted from higher expected investment tax credits in the current year periods.rate.
Management evaluated the need for a valuation allowance against deferred tax assets at June 30,March 31, 2023 and 2022 and it was determined that a valuation allowance was not required at this time.required.

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Segment Results – Group Reporting Basis
We have distinct businesses, which are aligned with HSBC's global business strategy: Wealth and Personal Banking ("WPB"), Commercial Banking ("CMB"), and Global Banking and Markets ("GBM"). These businesses and a Corporate Center ("CC") serve as our reportable segments with the exception of GBM. Our GBM business is comprised of three distinct operating segments: Global Banking ("GB"), Markets and Securities Services ("MSS"), and Global Banking and Markets Other ("GBM Other"), which are separately reported as discussed further below, effective as of the fourth quarter of 2021 for all periods presented.
See Note 15, "Business Segments," in the accompanying consolidated financial statements for a table that summarizes the impact of this change on reported segment profit (loss) before tax, total assets and total deposits as of and for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021. There have been no changes in the basis of our segmentation as compared with the presentation in our 2021 Form 10-K.reported. See Item 1, "Business," in our 20212022 Form 10-K for a description of our segments, including a discussion of the main business activities of the segments and a summary of their products and services. There have been no changes in the basis of our segmentation as compared with the presentation in our 2022 Form 10-K.
Net interest income of each segment represents the difference between actual interest earned on assets and interest incurred on liabilities of the segment, adjusted for a funding charge or credit that includes both interest rate and liquidity components. Segments are charged a cost to fund assets (e.g., customer loans) and receive a funding credit for funds provided (e.g., customer deposits) based on equivalent market rates that incorporate both repricing (interest rate risk) and tenor (liquidity) characteristics. The objective of these charges/credits is to transfer interest rate risk to one centralized unit in Markets Treasury. Markets Treasury income statement and balance sheet results are allocated to each of the global businesses based upon tangible equity levels and levels of any surplus liabilities.
Certain other revenue and operating expense amounts are also apportioned among the business segments based upon the benefits derived from this activity or the relationship of this activity to other segment activity. These inter-segment transactions have not been eliminated, and we generally account for them as if they were with third parties.
We report financial information to our parent, HSBC, in accordance with HSBC Group accounting and reporting policies, which apply IFRSs as issued by the IASB. As a result, our segment results are prepared and presented using financial information prepared on the Group Reporting Basis as operating results are monitored and reviewed, trends are evaluated and decisions about allocating resources, such as employees, are primarily made on this basis. We continue, however, to monitor capital adequacy and report to regulatory agencies on a U.S. GAAP basis.
There have been no changes in the measurement of segment profit as compared with the presentation in our 20212022 Form 10-K.
The significant differences between U.S. GAAP and the Group Reporting Basis as they impact our results are summarized in Note 25, "Business Segments," in our 20212022 Form 10-K. There have been no significant changes since December 31, 20212022 in the differences between U.S. GAAP and the Group Reporting Basis impacting our results.
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Wealth and Personal Banking  The following table summarizes the Group Reporting Basis results for our WPB segment:
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended March 31,Three Months Ended March 31,20232022Amount%
(dollars are in millions) (dollars are in millions)
Net interest incomeNet interest income$185 $205 $(20)(9.8)%Net interest income$213 $169 $44 26.0 %
Other operating incomeOther operating income32 71 (39)(54.9)Other operating income52 163 (111)(68.1)
Total operating income(1)
Total operating income(1)
217 276 (59)(21.4)
Total operating income(1)
265 332 (67)(20.2)
Expected credit lossesExpected credit losses(6)(7)*Expected credit losses10 *
Net operating incomeNet operating income223 275 (52)(18.9)Net operating income255 328 (73)(22.3)
Operating expensesOperating expenses197 355 (158)(44.5)Operating expenses175 242 (67)(27.7)
Profit (loss) before tax$26 $(80)$106 *
Increase (Decrease)
Six Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
(dollars are in millions)
Net interest income$354 $414 $(60)(14.5)%
Other operating income195 158 37 23.4 
Total operating income(1)
549 572 (23)(4.0)
Expected credit losses(2)(1)(1)(100.0)
Net operating income551 573 (22)(3.8)
Operating expenses439 642 (203)(31.6)
Profit (loss) before tax$112 $(69)$181 *
Profit before taxProfit before tax$80 $86 $(6)(7.0)%
*Percentage change is greater than 100 percent.
(1)The following table summarizes the impact of key activities on the total operating income of our WPB segment:
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended March 31,Three Months Ended March 31,20232022Amount%
(dollars are in millions) (dollars are in millions)
Retail banking current accounts, savings and depositsRetail banking current accounts, savings and deposits$100 $106 $(6)(5.7)%Retail banking current accounts, savings and deposits$126 $84 $42 50.0 %
Retail banking mortgages, credit cards and other personal lendingRetail banking mortgages, credit cards and other personal lending51 77 (26)(33.8)Retail banking mortgages, credit cards and other personal lending35 64 (29)(45.3)
Wealth and asset management productsWealth and asset management products23 19 21.1 Wealth and asset management products21 18 16.7 
Private bankingPrivate banking57 43 14 32.6 Private banking56 47 19.1 
Retail business banking and other(2)
Retail business banking and other(2)
(14)31 (45)*
Retail business banking and other(2)
27 119 (92)(77.3)
Total operating incomeTotal operating income$217 $276 $(59)(21.4)%Total operating income$265 $332 $(67)(20.2)%
Increase (Decrease)
Six Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
(dollars are in millions)
Retail banking current accounts, savings and deposits$184 $216 $(32)(14.8)%
Retail banking mortgages, credit cards and other personal lending115 165 (50)(30.3)
Wealth and asset management products41 39 5.1 
Private banking104 88 16 18.2 
Retail business banking and other(2)
105 64 41 64.1 
Total operating income$549 $572 $(23)(4.0)%
(2)Includes cost reimbursements associated with activities performed on behalf of other HSBC affiliates and allocated Markets Treasury revenue. During the six months ended June 30,first quarter of 2022, retail business banking and other also reflects a gain of $148 million on the sale of the branch disposal group associated with the exit of our mass market retail banking business andas well as a loss on the sale of a portfolio of consumer mortgage loans as discussed below.
Our WPB segment reported a lower profit before tax during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 compared with a loss before tax in the prior year periods. The improvement in the three-month period wasMarch 31, 2023 due primarily to lower operating expenses, partially offset by lower other operating income and lower net interest income. In the year-to-date period, the improvement was due primarily to lower operating expenses and higher other operating income driven by completionthe non-recurrence of a gain of $148 million recorded during the first quarter of 2022 on the sale of the branch disposal group associated with the exit of our mass market retail banking business which resulted in a gain of $148 million duringbusiness. Also contributing to the first quarter of 2022. The improvement in the year-to-date periodlower profit before tax was higher expected credit losses, partially offset by lower operating expenses and higher net interest income.
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Net interest income decreasedincreased during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 due primarily to the favorable impact of loan sales and completion of the sale of the branch disposal group during the first quarter of 2022 which resulted in lower average loan and deposit balances as well as lower spreads. Also contributing to the decrease was the unfavorable impact of lower deposits driven by the attrition of balances our customers had previously built up during the COVID-19 pandemic which was partially offset by higher savings deposits from a few large private banking clients.market rates.
Excluding the gain on sale of the branch disposal group as discussed above, other operating income decreasedincreased during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 due primarily to a lossthe non-recurrence of $31 million recorded during the second quarter of 2022 on the swap agreements entered into in conjunction with the sales of Visa Class B Shares primarily related to an increase in the expected timing of the final resolution of the related litigation and, in the year-to-date period, a loss of $55 million recorded during the first quarter of 2022 on the sale of a portfolio of consumer mortgage loans. Also contributing to the decrease in both periods wasincrease were higher investment management fees driven by lower liquidity fee waivers reflecting the impact of higher market interest rates. These increases were partially offset by lower allocated Markets Treasury revenue, lower residential mortgage banking revenue driven by unfavorable fair value adjustments on residential mortgage loans held for trading as well asand lower allocated Markets Treasury revenue. These decreases were partially offset by higher investment management fees driven by lower liquidity fee waivers reflecting the impact of higher market interest rates and higher average assets under management.from account services.
Expected credit losses improvedincreased during the three months ended June 30, 2022 driven by improvementsMarch 31, 2023. The loss provision in the credit quality of the portfolio,current year period was due primarily to a higher loss estimate for risk factors associated with a change in New York State foreclosure law, partially offset by the weakening of economic conditions which resulted in a worsening of economicimproved housing price forecasts. In the year-to-dateprior year period, expected credit losses were relatively flat as the impact of improvements in the credit quality of the portfolioloss provision was largely offsetdriven by an increase in credit reservesa higher loss estimate for risk factors associated with economic uncertainty.uncertainty, partially offset by improved economic conditions which resulted in improved economic forecasts.
Operating expenses decreased during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 driven by the executioncompletion of our Restructuring Plan including completion of the sale of the branch disposal group during the first quarter of 2022, which resulted in declines in staff costs, operating lease costs, marketing expense and cost allocations from our technology and support service functions. Also contributing to the decrease was the non-recurrence of $57 million of lease impairment and other related costs recorded during the second quarter of 2021 primarily related to the exit of certain branches as part of our Restructuring Plan as well aswere lower deposit insurance assessment fees.
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Client Assets The following table provides information regarding private banking client assets during the sixthree months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and 2021:2022:
Six Months Ended June 30,20222021
(in millions)
Client assets at beginning of period$66,181 $44,104 
Net new money (outflows)(2,459)9,008 
Value change(8,349)2,078 
Client assets at end of period$55,373 $55,190 
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Three Months Ended March 31,20232022
(in millions)
Client assets at beginning of period$49,549 $66,181 
Net new money (outflows)(581)(1,170)
Value change5,408 867 
Client assets at end of period$54,376 $65,878 
Commercial Banking  The following table summarizes the Group Reporting Basis results for our CMB segment:
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended March 31,Three Months Ended March 31,20232022Amount%
(dollars are in millions) (dollars are in millions)
Net interest incomeNet interest income$220 $190 $30 15.8 %Net interest income$285 $185 $100 54.1 %
Other operating incomeOther operating income73 72 1.4 Other operating income72 83 (11)(13.3)
Total operating income(1)
Total operating income(1)
293 262 31 11.8 
Total operating income(1)
357 268 89 33.2 
Expected credit lossesExpected credit losses54 (12)66 *Expected credit losses16 (27)43 *
Net operating incomeNet operating income239 274 (35)(12.8)Net operating income341 295 46 15.6 
Operating expensesOperating expenses143 153 (10)(6.5)Operating expenses150 147 2.0 
Profit before taxProfit before tax$96 $121 $(25)(20.7)%Profit before tax$191 $148 $43 29.1 %
Increase (Decrease)
Six Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
(dollars are in millions)
Net interest income$405 $380 $25 6.6 %
Other operating income156 138 18 13.0 
Total operating income(1)
561 518 43 8.3 
Expected credit losses27 (50)77 *
Net operating income534 568 (34)(6.0)
Operating expenses290 303 (13)(4.3)
Profit before tax$244 $265 $(21)(7.9)%
*Percentage change is greater than 100 percent.
(1)The following table summarizes the impact of key activities on the total operating income of our CMB segment:
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended March 31,Three Months Ended March 31,20232022Amount%
(dollars are in millions) (dollars are in millions)
Lending and Transaction ManagementLending and Transaction Management$111 $111 $— — %Lending and Transaction Management$109 $108 $.9 %
Global Liquidity and Cash Management ("GLCM")125 100 25 25.0 
Global Payments Solutions ("GPS")Global Payments Solutions ("GPS")173 97 76 78.4 
Global Trade and Receivables Finance ("GTRF")Global Trade and Receivables Finance ("GTRF")20 16 25.0 Global Trade and Receivables Finance ("GTRF")18 19 (1)(5.3)
Investment banking products and other(2)
Investment banking products and other(2)
37 35 5.7 
Investment banking products and other(2)
57 44 13 29.5 
Total operating incomeTotal operating income$293 $262 $31 11.8 %Total operating income$357 $268 $89 33.2 %
Increase (Decrease)
Six Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
(dollars are in millions)
Lending and Transaction Management$219 $217 $.9 %
GLCM222 199 23 11.6 
GTRF39 30 30.0 
Investment banking products and other(2)
81 72 12.5 
Total operating income$561 $518 $43 8.3 %
(2)Includes allocated Markets Treasury revenue.
Our CMB segment reported a lowerhigher profit before tax during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 due to higher net interest income, partially offset by higher expected credit losses partially offset by higher net interest income,and lower operating expenses and, in the year-to-date period, higher other operating income.
Net interest income increased during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 due to higher deposit spreads reflecting the impactsimpact of higher market rates, and higher average loan balances and higher earnings on capital. These increases were partially offset in the three-month period by lower average deposit balances.
Other operating income was relatively flatdecreased during the three months ended June 30, 2022.March 31, 2023 due to lower fees from loan syndication.
Expected credit losses increased during the three months ended March 31, 2023 reflecting a loss provision compared with a release in credit loss reserves in the prior year period. The loss provision in the current year period was driven by a higher loss estimate for risk factors associated with higher risk industry exposures as well as downgrades reflecting weakness in the financial condition of certain clients. In the year-to-dateprior year period, other operating incomethe release in credit reserves was driven by improved economic conditions which resulted in improved economic forecasts as well as a lower loss estimate for risk factors associated with oil and gas industry loan exposures. The release in credit reserves in the prior year period was partially offset by higher provisions associated with loan growth.
Operating expenses increased modestly during the three months ended March 31, 2023 due primarily to higher feescost allocations from loan syndication, account servicesour technology and letters of credit.support service functions.
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Expected credit losses increased during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 reflecting loss provisions compared with releases in credit loss reserves in the prior year periods. The loss provisions in the current year periods were driven by the weakening of economic conditions which resulted in weakness in the financial condition of certain clients and increases in credit reserves for risk factors associated with service industry loan exposures. Also contributing to the loss provisions in the current year periods were higher provisions associated with loan growth. In the prior year periods, the releases in credit reserves were driven by improved economic conditions which resulted in improved economic forecasts as well as client paydowns.
Operating expenses decreased during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 due primarily to lower incentive compensation expense and lower branch network costs, partially offset by higher cost allocations from our technology and support service functions.
Global Banking and Markets Our GBM business is comprised of three reportable operating segments:
Global Banking  The following table summarizes the Group Reporting Basis results for our GB segment:
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
(dollars are in millions)
Net interest income$106 $79 $27 34.2 %
Other operating income130 113 17 15.0 
Total operating income(1)
236 192 44 22.9 
Expected credit losses(3)(72)69 95.8 
Net operating income239 264 (25)(9.5)
Operating expenses115 96 19 19.8 
Profit before tax$124 $168 $(44)(26.2)%
Increase (Decrease)
Six Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended March 31,Three Months Ended March 31,20232022Amount%
(dollars are in millions) (dollars are in millions)
Net interest incomeNet interest income$184 $162 $22 13.6 %Net interest income$139 $78 $61 78.2 %
Other operating incomeOther operating income254 218 36 16.5 Other operating income54 124 (70)(56.5)
Total operating income(1)
Total operating income(1)
438 380 58 15.3 
Total operating income(1)
193 202 (9)(4.5)
Expected credit lossesExpected credit losses(5)(122)117 95.9Expected credit losses3 (2)*
Net operating incomeNet operating income443 502 (59)(11.8)Net operating income190 204 (14)(6.9)
Operating expensesOperating expenses232 190 42 22.1 Operating expenses135 117 18 15.4 
Profit before taxProfit before tax$211 $312 $(101)(32.4)%Profit before tax$55 $87 $(32)(36.8)%
*Percentage change is greater than 100 percent.
(1)The following table summarizes the impact of key activities on the total operating income of our GB segment. For purposes of the discussion below the table, total operating income is referred to as revenue.
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
 (dollars are in millions)
GLCM$119 $91 $28 30.8 %
Capital Markets29 64 (35)(54.7)
Credit and Lending15 26 (11)(42.3)
GTRF13 13 — — 
GB Other(2)
60 (2)62 *
Total operating income$236 $192 $44 22.9 %
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Increase (Decrease)
Six Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
(dollars are in millions)
GLCM$209 $178 $31 17.4 %
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended March 31,Three Months Ended March 31,20232022Amount%
(dollars are in millions)
GPSGPS$123 $90 $33 36.7 %
Capital MarketsCapital Markets94 131 (37)(28.2)Capital Markets60 65 (5)(7.7)
Credit and LendingCredit and Lending36 44 (8)(18.2)Credit and Lending20 21 (1)(4.8)
GTRFGTRF25 25 — — GTRF13 12 8.3 
GB Other(2)
GB Other(2)
74 72 *
GB Other(2)
(23)14 (37)*
Total operating incomeTotal operating income$438 $380 $58 15.3 %Total operating income$193 $202 $(9)(4.5)%
(2)Includes net interest income on capital held in the business and not assigned to products as well as revenue associated with credit default swap protection, certain credit-linked structured notes and loan sales.
Our GB segment reported a lower profit before tax during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 due to lower other operating income, higher operating expenses and higher expected credit losses, and higher operating expenses, partially offset by higher other operating income and higher net interest income.
Revenue increaseddecreased during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 due primarily to higherlower revenue in GB Other and GLCM,Capital Markets, partially offset by lowerhigher revenue in Capital Markets and Credit and Lending. HigherGPS. Lower revenue in GB Other was driven by valuation gains recorded in the current year periodsunfavorable fair value adjustments on certain credit-linked structured notes and higher incomea loss associated with credit default swap protection which largely reflects the hedging of a few client relationships. Higher GLCMrelationships compared with a gain in the prior year period. Lower Capital Markets revenue was due primarily todriven by lower fees from loan syndication, partially offset by higher net interest income in issuer services reflecting the impact of higher market rates. Higher revenue in GPS was driven by higher net interest income reflecting the impact of higher market rates as well as higher account service fees. Lower Capital Markets revenue was due primarily to lower fees from loan syndication, valuations losses in the current year periods on certain commercial loans and the non-recurrence of revenue associated with the collection of a nonaccrual loan in the prior year periods. Lower revenue in Credit and Lending was driven by lower fees from loan commitments and the non-recurrence of revenue associated with the collection of a nonaccrual loan in the prior year periods, partially offset by higher net interest income from improved spreads.rates.
Expected credit losses increased during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 reflecting lower releasesa loss provision compared with a release in credit loss reserves.reserves in the prior year period. The modest releases in credit reservesloss provision in the current year periods wereperiod was driven by improvementsdowngrades reflecting weakness in the creditfinancial condition of certain clients and declines in credit reservesas well as a higher loss estimate for risk factors associated with oil and gashigher risk industry loan exposures. In the prior year periods,period, the releasesrelease in credit reserves werewas driven by improved economic conditions which resulted in improved economic forecasts as well as a lower loss estimate for risk factors associated with oil and improvements in the credit condition of certain clients. Client paydowns andgas industry loan sales also contributed to the releases in the prior year periods.exposures.
Operating expenses increased during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 due primarily to higher cost allocations from HMUS reflecting the impact of a higher utilization percentage and higher cost allocations from our technology and support service functions, including higher cost allocations from HMUS reflecting the impacts of higher staff costs and an updated service level agreement.functions.
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Markets and Securities Services  The following table summarizes the Group Reporting Basis results for our MSS segment:
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
(in millions)
Net interest income$ $12 $(12)(100.0)%
Other operating income100 41 59 *
Total operating income(1)
100 53 47 88.7 
Expected credit losses — — 
Net operating income100 53 47 88.7 
Operating expenses80 65 15 23.1 
Profit (loss) before tax$20 $(12)$32 *
Increase (Decrease)
Six Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
(in millions)
Net interest income$16 $25 $(9)(36.0)%
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended March 31,Three Months Ended March 31,20232022Amount%
(dollars are in millions)
Net interest income (expense)Net interest income (expense)$(68)$16 $(84)*
Other operating incomeOther operating income242 157 85 54.1 Other operating income177 142 35 24.6 
Total operating income(1)
Total operating income(1)
258 182 76 41.8 
Total operating income(1)
109 158 (49)(31.0)
Expected credit lossesExpected credit losses — — Expected credit losses — — 
Net operating incomeNet operating income258 182 76 41.8 Net operating income109 158 (49)(31.0)
Operating expensesOperating expenses149 146 2.1 Operating expenses69 69 — — 
Profit before taxProfit before tax$109 $36 $73 *Profit before tax$40 $89 $(49)(55.1)%
*Percentage change is greater than 100 percent.
(1)The following table summarizes the impact of key activities on the total operating income of our MSS segment. For purposes of the discussion below the table, total operating income is referred to as revenue.
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
 (dollars are in millions)
Foreign Exchange and Metals$65 $48 $17 35.4 %
Debt Markets (1)100.0 
Securities Financing12 100.0 
Equities16 — 16 *
Securities Services6 (1)(14.3)
MSS Other(2)
1 (6)*
Credit and funding valuation adjustments (1)100.0 
Total MSS$100 $53 $47 88.7 %
Increase (Decrease)
Six Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
(dollars are in millions)
Foreign Exchange and Metals$156 $134 $22 16.4 %
Debt Markets2 (3)*
Securities Financing32 15 17 *
Equities43 16 27 *
Securities Services14 13 7.7 
MSS Other(2)
 (10)10 100.0 
Credit and funding valuation adjustments11 17 (6)(35.3)
Total MSS$258 $182 $76 41.8 %
(2)Includes revenue associated with the exit of certain derivative contracts as part of our Restructuring Plan, including trading losses of $6 million and $10 million recorded during the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively.
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended March 31,20232022Amount%
(dollars are in millions)
Foreign Exchange and Metals$83 $91 $(8)(8.8)%
Debt Markets5 *
Securities Financing5 20 (15)(75.0)
Equities2 27 (25)(92.6)
Securities Services9 12.5 
MSS Other (1)100.0 
Credit and funding valuation adjustments5 11 (6)(54.5)
Total MSS$109 $158 $(49)(31.0)%
Our MSS segment reported a lower profit before tax during the three months ended June 30, 2022 compared with a loss before tax during the prior year periodMarch 31, 2023 due to higher other operating income,net interest expense, partially offset by higher other operating expenses and lower
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income. The net interest income. Inexpense in the year-to-date period, our MSS segment reportedfirst quarter of 2023 was due to a higher profit before tax due primarily tocost of funds reflecting the impact of higher other operating income, partially offset by lower net interest income.market rates.
Revenue increaseddecreased during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 due primarily to higherlower revenue in Equities, Securities Financing, Foreign Exchange and Metals, Equities, Securities Financing and MSS Other. Higher revenue in Foreign ExchangeCredit and Metals was due to market volatility which resulted in increased trading opportunities. Higherfunding valuation adjustments. Lower Equities revenue was driven by higherlower performance fees associated with trading activity booked on the balance sheet of HSBC Bank plc. HigherLower revenue in Securities Financing and Foreign Exchange and Metals was due primarily to increased business activity and improved yields while higher revenue in MSS Other waslower balance sheet deployment driven by the non-recurrence of trading losses recorded in the prior year periods associated with the exit of certain derivative contracts as part of our Restructuring Plan. These increases were partially offset in the year-to-date period by unfavorablespread compression. Credit and funding valuation adjustments were unfavorable attributable primarily to lower gains from credit valuation adjustments on derivative assets.
Operating expenses increasedwere flat during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 due primarily to higher cost allocations from our technology and support service functions, partially offset by lower staff costs.March 31, 2023.
Global Banking and Markets Other  The following table summarizes the Group Reporting Basis results for our GBM Other segment. For purposes of the discussion below the table, total operating income is referred to as revenue.
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
 (in millions)
Net interest income (expense)$1 $(5)$*
Other operating income26 29 (3)(10.3)
Total operating income27 24 12.5 
Expected credit losses1 — *
Net operating income26 24 8.3 
Operating expenses21 25 (4)(16.0)
Profit (loss) before tax$5 $(1)$*
Increase (Decrease)
Six Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
 (in millions)
Net interest expense$(1)$(6)$83.3 %
Other operating income50 54 (4)(7.4)
Total operating income49 48 2.1 
Expected credit losses1 (1)*
Net operating income48 49 (1)(2.0)
Operating expenses45 51 (6)(11.8)
Profit (loss) before tax$3 $(2)$*
*Percentage change is greater than 100 percent.
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended March 31,20232022Amount%
 (in millions)
Net interest income (expense)$ $(2)$100.0 %
Other operating income21 24 (3)(12.5)
Total operating income21 22 (1)(4.5)
Expected credit losses — — — 
Net operating income21 22 (1)(4.5)
Operating expenses18 24 (6)(25.0)
Profit (loss) before tax$3 $(2)$*
Our GBM Other segment reported a profit before tax during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 compared with a loss before tax duringin the prior year periodsperiod due primarily to lower operating expenses driven by lower administrative expenses and lower cost allocations from our technology and support service functions as well as lower net interest expense driven by lower liquidity charges.functions.
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Corporate Center  The following table summarizes the Group Reporting Basis results for our CC segment:
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended March 31,Three Months Ended March 31,20232022Amount%
(dollars are in millions) (dollars are in millions)
Net interest expenseNet interest expense$(12)$(1)$(11)*Net interest expense$(26)$(1)$(25)*
Other operating income16 18 (2)(11.1)
Total operating income(1)
4 17 (13)(76.5)
Expected credit losses — — — 
Net operating income4 17 (13)(76.5)
Operating expenses115 71 44 62.0 
Loss before tax$(111)$(54)$(57)*
Increase (Decrease)
Six Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
(dollars are in millions)
Net interest expense$(13)$(2)$(11)*
Other operating income8 29 (21)(72.4)
Other operating income (expense)Other operating income (expense)10 (8)18 *
Total operating income (expense)(1)
Total operating income (expense)(1)
(5)27 (32)*
Total operating income (expense)(1)
(16)(9)(7)(77.8)
Expected credit lossesExpected credit losses — — — Expected credit losses — — — 
Net operating income (expense)Net operating income (expense)(5)27 (32)*Net operating income (expense)(16)(9)(7)(77.8)
Operating expensesOperating expenses181 102 79 77.5 Operating expenses32 66 (34)(51.5)
Loss before taxLoss before tax$(186)$(75)$(111)*Loss before tax$(48)$(75)$27 36.0 %
*Percentage change is greater than 100 percent.
(1)The following table summarizes the impact of key activities on the total operating income of our CC segment:
Increase (Decrease)
Three Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
 (dollars are in millions)
Legacy structured credit products$ $— $— — %
Other4 17 (13)(76.5)
Total operating income$4 $17 $(13)(76.5)%
Increase (Decrease)
Six Months Ended June 30,20222021Amount%
 (dollars are in millions)
Legacy structured credit products$1 $$(2)(66.7)%
Other(6)24 (30)*
Total operating income$(5)$27 $(32)*
Our CC segment reported a higherlower loss before tax during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 due primarily to higherlower operating expenses higher interest expense and in the year-to-date period, lowerhigher other operating income.income, partially offset by higher net interest expense.
Net interest expense increased during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 driven by a higher cost of funds reflecting the impact of higher retained liquidity charges.market rates.
Other operating income was relatively flatincreased during the three months ended June 30, 2022. In the year-to-date period, other operating income decreasedMarch 31, 2023 due primarily to unfavorablefavorable movements related to the economic hedging of interest rate risk within our own debt, lower income from equity investments and higher losses on certain investments held for Community Reinvestment Act purposes.purposes and favorable fair value adjustments on certain equity investments.
Operating expenses increaseddecreased during the three and six months ended June 30, 2022 due primarily to higher professional feesMarch 31, 2023 driven by higher attorney's fees, higherthe non-recurrence of allocated restructuring related costsCosts to Achieve from HTSU and other HSBC affiliates, primarily support service project costs and severance costs, as well as higher costs associated with our investments in systems infrastructure and new technologies. These increases were partially offset by higher levels of expense capitalization related to internally developed software and the non-recurrence of $10 million of lease impairment and other related costs recorded during the second quarter of 2021 associated with closed branches and certain office space as part of our Restructuring Plan.
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prior year period.
Reconciliation of Segment Results  As previously discussed, segment results are reported on a Group Reporting Basis. See Note 15, "Business Segments," in the accompanying consolidated financial statements for a reconciliation of our Group Reporting Basis segment results to U.S. GAAP consolidated totals.

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Credit Quality
In the normal course of business, we enter into a variety of transactions that involve both on and off-balance sheet credit risk. Principal among these activities is lending to various commercial, institutional, governmental and individual customers. We participate in lending activity throughout the United States and, on a limited basis, internationally.
Allowance for Credit Losses / Liability for Off-Balance Sheet Credit Exposures  Our accounting policies and methodologies related to the allowance for credit losses and liability for off-balance sheet credit exposures are presented under the caption "Critical Accounting Estimates" in MD&A and in Note 2, "Summary of Significant Accounting Policies and New Accounting Pronouncements," in our 20212022 Form 10-K. Our approach toward credit risk management is summarized under the caption "Risk Management" in MD&A in our 20212022 Form 10-K. There have been no significant revisions to our policies or methodologies during the first halfquarter of 2022.2023.
The following table summarizes our allowance for credit losses and the liability for off-balance sheet credit exposures:
June 30, 2022March 31, 2022December 31, 2021March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
(in millions) (in millions)
Allowance for credit losses:Allowance for credit losses:Allowance for credit losses:
Loans:Loans:Loans:
Commercial loansCommercial loans$499 $441 $420 Commercial loans$569 $551 
Consumer loansConsumer loans35 26 27 Consumer loans19 33 
Total loansTotal loans534 467 447 Total loans588 584 
Securities held-to-maturitySecurities held-to-maturity Securities held-to-maturity — 
Other financial assets measured at amortized cost(1)
Other financial assets measured at amortized cost(1)
1 
Other financial assets measured at amortized cost(1)
 — 
Securities available-for-saleSecurities available-for-sale2 — Securities available-for-sale — 
Total allowance for credit lossesTotal allowance for credit losses$537 $469 $450 Total allowance for credit losses$588 $584 
Liability for off-balance sheet credit exposuresLiability for off-balance sheet credit exposures$89 $84 $103 Liability for off-balance sheet credit exposures$125 $117 
(1)Primarily includes accrued interest receivables and customer acceptances.
The total allowance for credit losses at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 increased $68$4 million or 14 percent as compared with March 31, 2022 and increased $87 million or 191 percent as compared with December 31, 20212022 due primarily to a higher loss estimate on our commercial loan portfolio, and, topartially offset by a lesser extent,lower loss estimate on our consumer loan portfolio.
Our commercial allowance for credit losses at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 increased $58$18 million or 13 percent as compared with March 31, 2022 and increased $79 million or 193 percent as compared with December 31, 20212022 driven by increases in credit reserves for risk factors associated with higher risk industry exposures and large loan exposures as well as downgrades reflecting weakness in the weakeningfinancial condition of economic conditions which resultedcertain clients.
Our consumer allowance for credit losses at March 31, 2023 decreased $14 million or 42 percent as compared with December 31, 2022 driven by improved housing price forecasts, partially offset by an increase in increasescredit reserves for risk factors associated with a change in New York State foreclosure law.
The liability for off-balance sheet credit exposures at March 31, 2023 increased $8 million or 7 percent as compared with December 31, 2022 resulting from an increase in credit reserves for risk factors associated with large loan exposures and higher risk industry exposures, supply chain disruptions and energy price uncertainty, as well asdowngrades reflecting weakness in the financial condition of certain clients and, as compared with March 31, 2022, a worsening of economic forecasts. Also contributing to the increase in both periods were higher loss estimates associated with loan growth and maturity extensions. The increase as compared with December 31, 2021 was partially offset by charge-offs.
Our consumer allowance for credit losses at June 30, 2022 increased $9 million or 35 percent as compared with March 31, 2022 and increased $8 million or 30 percent as compared with December 31, 2021 driven by the weakening of economic conditions which resulted in a worsening of economic forecasts as compared with March 31, 2022 and an increase in credit reserves for risk factors associated with economic uncertainty as compared with December 31, 2021.
The liability for off-balance sheet credit exposures at June 30, 2022 increased $5 million or 6 percent as compared with March 31, 2022 resulting from the weakening of economic conditions. As compared with December 31, 2021, the liability for off-balance sheet credit exposures decreased $14 million or 14 percent resulting from improvements in the credit condition of certain clients.
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Analysis of the Allowance for Credit Losses on Loans
The following table presents the allowance for credit losses on loans by major loan categories:
Amount% of
Loans to
Total
Loans
Amount% of
Loans to
Total
Loans
Amount% of
Loans to
Total
Loans
Amount% of
Loans to
Total
Loans
Amount% of
Loans to
Total
Loans
June 30, 2022March 31, 2022December 31, 2021March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
(dollars are in millions) (dollars are in millions)
Commercial:Commercial:Commercial:
Real estate, including constructionReal estate, including construction$162 14.2 %$122 13.7 %$73 14.7 %Real estate, including construction$172 13.3 %$200 13.4 %
Business and corporate bankingBusiness and corporate banking218 26.1 197 26.1 243 25.0 Business and corporate banking264 27.7 230 27.1 
Global bankingGlobal banking118 21.0 120 20.4 100 19.9 Global banking132 17.8 120 17.8 
Other commercialOther commercial1 11.0 12.3 11.6 Other commercial1 11.5 12.1 
Total commercialTotal commercial499 72.3 441 72.4 420 71.2 Total commercial569 70.3 551 70.4 
Consumer:Consumer:Consumer:
Residential mortgagesResidential mortgages6 26.7 26.6 27.7 Residential mortgages(2)28.6 11 28.4 
Home equity mortgagesHome equity mortgages7 .6 .5 .6 Home equity mortgages3 .6 .6 
Credit cardsCredit cards22 .3 15 .3 14 .4 Credit cards15 .3 16 .4 
Other consumerOther consumer .1 — .2 — .1 Other consumer3 .2 .2 
Total consumerTotal consumer35 27.7 26 27.6 27 28.8 Total consumer19 29.7 33 29.6 
TotalTotal$534 100.0 %$467 100.0 %$447 100.0 %Total$588 100.0 %$584 100.0 %
The following table sets forth key ratios for the allowance for credit losses on loans:
June 30, 2022March 31, 2022December 31, 2021March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
Ratio of Allowance for credit losses to:Ratio of Allowance for credit losses to:Ratio of Allowance for credit losses to:
Loans:(1)
Loans:(1)
Loans:(1)
Commercial:Commercial:Commercial:
Non-affiliatesNon-affiliates1.21 %1.13 %1.14 %Non-affiliates1.48 %1.44 %
AffiliatesAffiliates — — Affiliates — 
Total commercialTotal commercial1.12 1.04 1.06 Total commercial1.36 1.32 
Consumer:Consumer:Consumer:
Residential mortgagesResidential mortgages.04 .03 .05 Residential mortgages(.01).07 
Home equity mortgagesHome equity mortgages1.99 1.96 1.54 Home equity mortgages.83 .54 
Credit cardsCredit cards10.78 7.326.86 Credit cards7.58 7.51 
Other consumerOther consumer — — Other consumer2.29 2.82 
Total consumerTotal consumer.20 .16 .17 Total consumer.11 .19 
Total loansTotal loans.86 .80 .80 Total loans.99 .98 
Nonperforming loans:(1)(2)
Nonperforming loans:(1)(2)
Nonperforming loans:(1)(2)
CommercialCommercial161 %151 %111 %Commercial219 %255 %
ConsumerConsumer17 19 11 Consumer8 15 
Total nonperforming loansTotal nonperforming loans103 109 72 Total nonperforming loans119 133 
(1)Ratios exclude loans held for sale as these loans are carried at the lower of amortized cost or fair value.
(2)Represents our commercial and consumer allowance for credit losses, as appropriate, divided by the corresponding outstanding balance of total nonperforming loans held for investment. Nonperforming loans include accruing loans contractually past due 90 days or more.
See Note 7, "Allowance for Credit Losses," in the accompanying consolidated financial statements for a rollforward of credit losses by loan categories for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and 2021.2022.
The allowance for credit losses on loans as a percentage of total loans held for investment at June 30, 2022 increasedMarch 31, 2023 was relatively flat as compared with both March 31, 2022 and December 31, 2021 as the increase in our allowance for credit losses for the reasons discussed above outpaced an increase in total loans held for investment.2022.
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The allowance for credit losses on loans as a percentage of nonperforming loans held for investment at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 decreased as compared with MarchDecember 31, 2022 as an increase in nonperforming loans as discussed further below in both our consumercommercial and commercialconsumer loan portfolios outpaced the increase in our allowance for credit losses for the reasons discussed above. As compared with December 31, 2021, the allowance for credit losses on loans as a percentage of nonperforming loans held for investment increased due to the increase in our allowance for credit losses for the reasons discussed above and a decrease in nonperforming loans as discussed further below in both our consumer and commercial loan portfolios.
Delinquency  The following table summarizes dollars of two-months-and-over contractual delinquency and two-months-and-over contractual delinquency as a percentage of total loans, excluding loans held for sale ("delinquency ratio").
June 30, 2022March 31, 2022December 31, 2021
Delinquent LoansDelinquency RatioDelinquent LoansDelinquency RatioDelinquent LoansDelinquency Ratio March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
(dollars are in millions)
Delinquent LoansDelinquency RatioDelinquent LoansDelinquency Ratio
(dollars are in millions)
CommercialCommercial$128 .29 %$31 .07 %$112 .28 %Commercial$102 .24 %$126 .30 %
Consumer:Consumer:Consumer:
Residential mortgages(1)(2)
Residential mortgages(1)(2)
110 .67 42 .27 103 .67 
Residential mortgages(1)(2)
138 .81 141 .84 
Home equity mortgages(1)(2)
Home equity mortgages(1)(2)
3 .85 .33 .31 
Home equity mortgages(1)(2)
8 2.21 .81 
Credit cardsCredit cards2 .98 .98 1.47 Credit cards4 2.02 1.41 
Other consumerOther consumer2 1.53 2.11 
Total consumerTotal consumer115 .67 45 .28 107 .67 Total consumer152 .86 150 .85 
TotalTotal$243 .39 $76 .13 $219 .39 Total$254 .43 $276 .46 
(1)At June 30, 2022, March 31, 20222023 and December 31, 2021,2022, consumer mortgage loan delinquency includes $46 million, $7$63 million and $24$60 million, respectively, of loans that are carried at the lower of amortized cost or fair value of the collateral less costs to sell.
(2)The following table reflects dollars of contractual delinquency and delinquency ratios for interest-only loans and adjustable rate mortgage ("ARM") loans:
June 30, 2022March 31, 2022December 31, 2021 March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
Delinquent LoansDelinquency RatioDelinquent LoanDelinquency RatioDelinquent LoansDelinquency RatioDelinquent LoansDelinquency RatioDelinquent LoansDelinquency Ratio
(dollars are in millions) (dollars are in millions)
Interest-only loansInterest-only loans$4 .10 %$— — %$.07 %Interest-only loans$16 .39 %$.22 %
ARM loansARM loans62 .50 31 .26 67 .56 ARM loans88 .70 85 .67 
Our two-months-and-over contractual delinquency ratio increased 26decreased 3 basis points compared with MarchDecember 31, 2022 and was flat compared with December 31, 2021. The increase in the ratio as compared with March 31, 2022 was due to higherlower dollars of delinquency in both our commercial and consumer loan portfolios, partially offset by higher outstanding loan balances. As compared with December 31, 2021, higher dollars of delinquency in both our commercial and consumer loan portfolios were offset by higher outstanding loan balances.portfolio.
Our commercial loan two-months-and-over contractual delinquency ratio increased 22decreased 6 basis points compared with MarchDecember 31, 2022 and was relatively flat compared with December 31, 2021. The increase in the ratio as compared with March 31, 2022 was due to higherlower dollars of delinquency driven primarily by twocollections of a few large private banking loans, partially offset by a commercial real estate loan and two corporate banking loans which became 60 days past due, partially offset by higher outstanding loan balances. As compared with December 31, 2021, the impact of higher dollars of delinquency in the second quarter was largely offset by collections and the partial charge-off of a global banking loan in the first quarter as well as higher outstanding loan balances.due.
Our consumer loan two-months-and-over contractual delinquency ratio increased 39 basis points compared with March 31, 2022 and was relatively flat compared with December 31, 2021. The increase in the ratio2022 as compared with March 31, 2022 was due to higher dollars of delinquency in home equity mortgages driven by the impact of transferring certain loans from held for sale to held for investment during the second quarter of 2022, which collectively included $44 million of delinquent consumer mortgage loans, as well as certaina large private banking mortgage customersloan which became 60 days past due. The increase in the ratio as compared with March 31, 2022 was partially offset by higher outstanding loan balances. As compared with December 31, 2021, the impact of transferring certain loans from held for sale to held for investment in the second quarterdue, was largely offset by the salelower dollars of certain non-performing mortgage loans during the first quarter of 2022 as well as higher outstanding loan balances.delinquency in residential mortgages reflecting collections.
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Net Charge-offs of Loans  The following table summarizes net charge-off (recovery) dollars as well as net charge-off (recovery) of loans for the period as a percentage of average loans, excluding loans held for sale ("net charge-off ratio"):
Three Months Ended June 30,Six Months Ended June 30,
2022202120222021Three Months Ended March 31,
Net
Charge-off
Dollars
Average LoansNet
Charge-off
Ratio
Net
Charge-off
Dollars
Average LoansNet
Charge-off
Ratio
Net
Charge-off
Dollars
Average LoansNet
Charge-off
Ratio
Net
Charge-off
Dollars
Average LoansNet
Charge-off
Ratio
20232022
(dollars are in millions)Net
Charge-off
Dollars
Average LoansNet
Charge-off
Ratio
Net
Charge-off
Dollars
Average LoansNet
Charge-off
Ratio
(dollars are in millions)
Commercial:Commercial:Commercial:
Real estate, including constructionReal estate, including construction$ $8,404  %$— $9,883 — %$ $8,290  %$— $10,099 — %Real estate, including construction$ $7,998  %$— $8,175 — %
Business and corporate bankingBusiness and corporate banking1 15,942 .03 13 13,006 .40 7 15,336 .09 14 13,215 .21 Business and corporate banking4 16,504 .10 14,723 .16 
Global bankingGlobal banking 12,148  12 12,444 .39 9 11,664 .15 12 12,621 .19 Global banking 10,328  11,174 .33 
Other commercialOther commercial 7,145  — 4,923 —  6,987  — 4,811 — Other commercial 7,258  — 6,827 — 
Total commercialTotal commercial1 43,639 .01 25 40,256 .25 16 42,277 .08 26 40,746 .13 Total commercial4 42,088 .04 15 40,899 .15 
Consumer:Consumer:Consumer:
Residential mortgagesResidential mortgages(2)15,787 (.05)17,642 .11 (3)15,690 (.04)18,026 .03 Residential mortgages3 16,886 .07 (1)15,593 (.03)
Home equity mortgagesHome equity mortgages 308  583 .69 (1)315 (.64)(1)647 (.31)Home equity mortgages 365  (1)322 (1.24)
Credit cardsCredit cards(2)197 (4.06)68 826 33.01 (4)182 (4.39)84 908 18.62 Credit cards1 199 2.01 (2)168 (4.77)
Other consumerOther consumer(1)48 (8.33)246 9.77 (1)55 (3.63)10 268 7.46 Other consumer 136  — 62 — 
Total consumerTotal consumer(5)16,340 (.12)80 19,297 1.66 (9)16,242 (.11)96 19,849 .98 Total consumer4 17,586 .09 (4)16,145 (.10)
TotalTotal$(4)$59,979 (.03)$105 $59,553 .71 $7 $58,519 .02 $122 $60,595 .41 Total$8 $59,674 .05 $11 $57,044 .08 
Our net charge-off ratio decreased 743 basis points during the three months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 due primarily to a lower level of net charge-offs in our consumer loan portfolio driven by the non-recurrence of $56 million of charge-offs recorded during the second quarter of 2021 on certain loans that were transferred to held for sale as well as lower charge-offs in credit cards reflecting the impact of lower balances due to loan sales. Also contributing to the decrease in the ratio was a lower level of net charge-offs in our commercial loan portfolio driven by the saledeterioration of a global banking loan and the deterioration of a corporate banking loan in the prior year.
In the year-to-dateyear period, our net charge-off ratio decreased 39 basis points due primarily topartially offset by a lowerhigher level of net charge-offs in our consumer loan portfolio due primarily to the non-recurrencereflecting a modest level of charge-offs recorded during the second quarter of 2021 on certain loans that were transferred to held for sale as discussed above as well as lowernet charge-offs in credit cards reflecting the impactcurrent year period compared with a modest level of lower balances due to loan sales.net recoveries in the prior year period. Also contributing to the decrease in the ratio was a lower level of net charge-offs in our commercialwere higher average loan portfolio driven by lower charge-offs associated with loan sales.balances.

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Nonperforming Loans  The following table summarizes nonperforming loans, including nonaccrual loans and accruing loans contractually 90 days or more past due, as well as nonperforming loans as a percentage of total loans, excluding loans held for sale ("nonperforming ratio"):
June 30, 2022March 31, 2022December 31, 2021
Nonperforming
Loans(1)
Nonperforming
Ratio
Nonperforming
Loans(1)
Nonperforming
Ratio
Nonperforming
Loans(1)
Nonperforming
Ratio
(dollars are in millions)
March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
Nonperforming
Loans(1)
Nonperforming
Ratio
Nonperforming
Loans(1)
Nonperforming
Ratio
(dollars are in millions)
CommercialCommercial$309 .69 %$292 .69 %$380 .95 %Commercial$260 .62 %$216 .52 %
Consumer:Consumer:Consumer:
Residential mortgages(2)(3)(4)
Residential mortgages(2)(3)(4)
198 1.20 131 .84 229 1.48 
Residential mortgages(2)(3)(4)
219 1.29 213 1.26 
Home equity mortgages(2)(3)
Home equity mortgages(2)(3)
9 2.56 1.96 2.77 
Home equity mortgages(2)(3)
11 3.04 1.89 
Credit cardsCredit cards1 .49 .49 .98 Credit cards3 1.52 .94 
Other consumerOther consumer  .70 
Total consumerTotal consumer208 1.22 138 .85 240 1.49 Total consumer233 1.32 223 1.27 
TotalTotal$517 .84 $430 .73 $620 1.11 Total$493 .83 $439 .74 
Other real estate owned(5)
Other real estate owned(5)
$3 $$
Other real estate owned(5)
$2 $
(1)See Note 6, "Loans," in the accompanying consolidated financial statements for a breakout of nonaccrual loans and accruing loans contractually 90 days or more past due. At June 30, 2022,both March 31, 20222023 and December 31, 2021,2022, total nonperforming loans include $2$4 million $2 million and $3 million, respectively, of accruing loans contractually 90 days or more past due.
(2)At June 30, 2022, March 31, 20222023 and December 31, 2021,2022, nonperforming consumer mortgage loans include $95 million, $63$123 million and $86$109 million, respectively, of loans that are carried at the lower of amortized cost or fair value of the collateral less cost to sell.
(3)Nonperforming consumer mortgage loans held for investment include all loans which are 90 or more days contractually delinquent as well as loans discharged under Chapter 7 bankruptcy and not re-affirmed and second lien loans where the first lien loan that we own or service is 90 or more days contractually delinquent.
(4)Nonperforming consumer mortgage loans for all periods does not include guaranteed loans purchased from the Government National Mortgage Association. Repayment of these loans is predominantly insured by the Federal Housing Administration and as such, these loans have different risk characteristics from the rest of our customer loan portfolio.
(5)Includes $1 million or less of commercial other real estate owned at June 30, 2022,both March 31, 20222023 and December 31, 2021.2022.
Our nonperforming loans ratio increased 119 basis points compared with MarchDecember 31, 2022 due to higher nonperforming loans in our consumercommercial loan portfolio and, to a lesser extent, our commercial loan portfolio, partially offset by higher outstanding loan balances. As compared with December 31, 2021, our nonperforming loans ratio decreased 27 basis points due to lower nonperforming loans in both our commercial and consumer loan portfolios as well as higher outstanding loan balances.portfolio.
Our commercial nonperforming loans ratio was flat compared with March 31, 2022 as higher nonperforming loans due primarily to the downgrade of a corporate banking loan was offset by higher outstanding loan balances. As compared with December 31, 2021, our commercial nonperforming loans ratio decreased 26 basis points due to lower nonperforming loans driven by the paydown of a commercial real estate loan, loan sales and the partial charge-off of a global banking loan. Also contributing to the decrease in the ratio as compared with December 31, 2021 was higher outstanding loan balances.
Our consumer nonperforming loans ratio increased 3710 basis points compared with MarchDecember 31, 2022 due to higher nonperforming loans driven primarily by the impactdowngrade of transferring certain loans from held for sale to held for investment during the second quarter of 2022, which collectively included $63 million of consumer mortgage nonperforming loans. The increase in the ratio as compared with March 31, 2022 wasa commercial real estate loan, partially offset by higher outstanding loan balances. Asthe paydown of a corporate banking loan.
Our consumer nonperforming loans ratio increased 5 basis points compared with December 31, 2021, our consumer nonperforming loans ratio decreased 27 basis points2022 due to lowerhigher nonperforming loans as customers which became 90 days past due, including a large private banking home equity mortgage loan, outpaced decreases due to foreclosure reflecting the impact of transferring certain loans from held for sale to held for investment in the second quarter was more than offset by the sale of certain non-performing mortgage loans andprevious loan sales or customers who were previously on forbearance relief returning to accrual status during the first quarter of 2022. Also contributing to the decrease in the ratio as compared with December 31, 2021 were higher outstanding loan balances.status.
Our policies and practices for problem loan management and placing loans on nonaccrual status are summarized in Note 2, "Summary of Significant Accounting Policies and New Accounting Pronouncements," in our 20212022 Form 10-K.

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Concentration of Credit Risk  A concentration of credit risk is defined as a significant credit exposure with an individual or group engaged in similar activities or affected similarly by economic conditions. We enter into a variety of transactions in the normal course of business that involve both on and off-balance sheet credit risk. Principal among these activities is lending to various commercial, institutional, governmental and individual customers throughout the United States and internationally.customers. We manage the varying degrees of credit risk associated with on and off-balance sheet transactions through specific credit policies and procedures which provide for a strict approval, monitoring and reporting process. It is our policy to require collateral when it is deemed appropriate. Varying degrees and types of collateral are secured depending upon management's credit evaluation.
Commercial Credit Exposure Our commercial credit exposure is diversified across a broad range of industries. Commercial loans outstanding, excluding loans held for sale, and unused commercial commitments by industry are presented in the table below:
June 30, 2022December 31, 2021March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
Commercial UtilizedUnused Commercial CommitmentsCommercial UtilizedUnused Commercial CommitmentsCommercial UtilizedUnused Commercial CommitmentsCommercial UtilizedUnused Commercial Commitments
(in millions) (in millions)
Diversified financialsDiversified financials$9,477 $12,980 $9,177 $13,128 Diversified financials$8,025 $10,892 $8,415 $11,779 
Real estateReal estate6,615 2,214 5,937 2,289 Real estate6,323 1,697 6,198 1,909 
Commercial and professional servicesCommercial and professional services3,129 5,649 3,002 5,677 
Consumer servicesConsumer services3,118 3,393 3,454 3,367 Consumer services2,868 3,308 2,783 3,251 
Commercial and professional services2,681 5,710 2,093 5,234 
RetailingRetailing2,659 5,542 2,209 5,127 Retailing2,285 6,530 2,285 5,779 
Software and services2,565 4,325 1,009 3,354 
Capital goodsCapital goods1,883 5,712 1,833 6,140 Capital goods2,143 6,379 2,167 6,076 
Consumer durables and apparelConsumer durables and apparel1,823 2,976 1,515 2,889 Consumer durables and apparel1,915 2,940 1,937 2,975 
Technology hardware and equipmentTechnology hardware and equipment1,394 6,456 1,265 6,530 
Software and servicesSoftware and services1,271 4,197 1,726 4,356 
Health care equipment and servicesHealth care equipment and services1,208 2,547 1,182 2,624 
ChemicalsChemicals1,398 4,306 1,491 3,575 Chemicals1,204 3,965 1,367 4,109 
Technology hardware and equipment1,188 7,302 1,032 7,179 
UtilitiesUtilities992 1,236 842 991 
EnergyEnergy1,034 5,414 1,155 5,852 Energy934 4,612 988 4,464 
Utilities1,005 840 956 1,286 
Health care equipment and services911 2,527 785 2,359 
BanksBanks926 306 702 590 
Food, beverage and tobaccoFood, beverage and tobacco852 2,723 787 2,968 Food, beverage and tobacco710 2,330 668 2,351 
Transportation664 489 581 436 
Banks623 385 35 421 
Metals and miningMetals and mining648 491 629 462 
Food and staples retailingFood and staples retailing606 1,542 522 2,003 Food and staples retailing606 1,486 628 1,457 
Metals and mining495 429 432 676 
Semiconductors and semiconductor equipmentSemiconductors and semiconductor equipment535 3,186 238 3,531 
Pharmaceuticals, biotechnology and life sciencePharmaceuticals, biotechnology and life science378 3,507 476 3,471 Pharmaceuticals, biotechnology and life science368 4,284 398 5,313 
Paper and forest products328 646 235 491 
Media and entertainmentMedia and entertainment352 728 315 693 
Total commercial credit exposure in top 20 industries(1)
Total commercial credit exposure in top 20 industries(1)
40,303 72,962 35,714 72,245 
Total commercial credit exposure in top 20 industries(1)
37,836 73,219 37,735 74,917 
All other industriesAll other industries935 10,260 1,289 12,451 All other industries538 8,605 525 7,969 
Total commercial credit exposure(2)
Total commercial credit exposure(2)
$41,238 $83,222 $37,003 $84,696 
Total commercial credit exposure(2)
$38,374 $81,824 $38,260 $82,886 
(1)Based on utilization at June 30, 2022.March 31, 2023.
(2)Excludes commercial credit exposures with affiliates.
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Geographic Concentrations The following table reflects regional exposure at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 20212022 for our real estate secured loan portfolios, excluding loans held for sale:
Commercial
Real Estate, including Construction Loans
Residential
Mortgages and
Home Equity
Mortgages
Commercial
Real Estate, including Construction Loans
Residential
Mortgages and
Home Equity
Mortgages
June 30, 2022
March 31, 2023March 31, 2023
New York StateNew York State25.8 %32.1 %New York State23.8 %31.3 %
CaliforniaCalifornia16.3 43.9 California15.7 44.1 
North Central United StatesNorth Central United States10.3 0.9 North Central United States11.5 1.0 
North Eastern United States, excluding New York StateNorth Eastern United States, excluding New York State4.4 7.7 North Eastern United States, excluding New York State4.5 7.8 
Southern United StatesSouthern United States35.9 9.9 Southern United States37.2 10.2 
Western United States, excluding CaliforniaWestern United States, excluding California7.3 5.5 Western United States, excluding California7.3 5.6 
TotalTotal100.0 %100.0 %Total100.0 %100.0 %
December 31, 2021
December 31, 2022December 31, 2022
New York StateNew York State27.5 %32.3 %New York State23.6 %31.6 %
CaliforniaCalifornia18.1 43.6 California17.3 43.9 
North Central United StatesNorth Central United States5.8 1.0 North Central United States11.2 1.0 
North Eastern United States, excluding New York StateNorth Eastern United States, excluding New York State5.0 7.9 North Eastern United States, excluding New York State4.4 7.8 
Southern United StatesSouthern United States34.7 9.8 Southern United States36.3 10.1 
Western United States, excluding CaliforniaWestern United States, excluding California8.9 5.4 Western United States, excluding California7.2 5.6 
TotalTotal100.0 %100.0 %Total100.0 %100.0 %
Residential Mortgage Loans Our consumer loan portfolio includes the following types of loans:
Interest-only loans – A loan which allows a customer to pay the interest-only portion of the monthly payment for a period of time which results in lower payments during the initial loan period.
ARM loans – A loan which allows us to adjust pricing on the loan in line with market movements.
The following table summarizes the balances of interest-only and ARM loans in our loan portfolios, excluding mortgages held for sale, at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021.2022. Each category is not mutually exclusive and loans may appear in more than one category below.
June 30, 2022December 31, 2021March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
(in millions) (in millions)
Interest-only residential mortgage and home equity mortgage loansInterest-only residential mortgage and home equity mortgage loans$3,992 $3,739 Interest-only residential mortgage and home equity mortgage loans$4,101 $4,063 
ARM loans(1)
ARM loans(1)
12,452 11,852 
ARM loans(1)
12,662 12,663 
(1)During the remainder of 20222023 and during 2023,2024, approximately $135$292 million and $485$459 million, respectively, of the ARM loans will experience their first interest rate reset.
The following table summarizes the concentrations of first and second liens within the outstanding residential mortgage and home equity mortgage portfolios, excluding mortgages held for sale, at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021:2022:
June 30, 2022December 31, 2021March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
(in millions) (in millions)
Closed end:Closed end:Closed end:
First lienFirst lien$16,475 $15,469 First lien$16,988 $16,838 
Second lienSecond lien18 18 Second lien16 16 
Revolving(1)
Revolving(1)
333 307 
Revolving(1)
346 354 
TotalTotal$16,826 $15,794 Total$17,350 $17,208 
(1)A majority of revolving are second lien mortgages.
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Credit Risks Associated with Derivative Contracts  Credit risk associated with derivatives is measured as the net replacement cost of derivative contracts in a receivable position in the event the counterparties of such contracts fail to perform under the terms of those contracts. In managing derivative credit risk, both the current exposure, which is the replacement cost of contracts on the measurement date, as well as an estimate of the potential change in value of contracts over their remaining lives are considered. Counterparties to our derivative activities include financial institutions, central clearing parties, foreign and domestic government agencies, corporations, funds (mutual funds, hedge funds, etc.), insurance companies and private clients as well as other HSBC entities. These counterparties are subject to regular credit review by the credit risk management department. To minimize credit risk, we may enter into legally enforceable master netting agreements which reduce risk by permitting the closeout and netting of transactions with the same counterparty upon occurrence of certain events. In addition, we reduce credit risk by obtaining collateral from counterparties. The determination of the need for and the levels of collateral will differ based on an assessment of the credit risk of the counterparty and/or regulatory requirements.
The total risk in a derivative contract is a function of a number of variables, such as:
volatility of interest rates, currencies, equity or corporate reference entity used as the basis for determining contract payments;
current market events or trends;
country risk;
maturity and liquidity of contracts;
creditworthiness of the counterparties in the transaction;
the existence of a master netting agreement among the counterparties; and
existence and value of collateral received from counterparties to secure exposures.
The table below presents total credit risk exposure calculated using the general risk-based capital rules of the Basel III Standardized Approach which includes the net positive mark-to-market of the derivative contracts plus any adjusted potential future exposure as measured in reference to the notional amount. The regulatory capital rules recognize that bilateral netting agreements reduce credit risk and, therefore, allow for reductions of risk-weighted assets when netting requirements have been met and collateral exists. As a result, risk-weighted amounts for regulatory capital purposes are a portion of the original gross exposures. Furthermore, many contracts contain provisions that allow us to close out the transaction if the counterparty fails to post required collateral. In addition, many contracts give us the right to break the transactions earlier than the final maturity date. As a result, these contracts have potential future exposures that are often much smaller than the future exposures derived from the regulatory capital rules.
June 30, 2022December 31, 2021March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
(in millions) (in millions)
Risk associated with derivative contracts:Risk associated with derivative contracts:Risk associated with derivative contracts:
Total credit risk exposureTotal credit risk exposure$14,405 $11,896 Total credit risk exposure$11,164 $12,437 
Less: collateral held against exposureLess: collateral held against exposure4,260 3,894 Less: collateral held against exposure2,669 3,488 
Net credit risk exposureNet credit risk exposure$10,145 $8,002 Net credit risk exposure$8,495 $8,949 

Liquidity and Capital Resources
Effective liquidity management is defined as ensuring we can meet customer loan requests, customer deposit maturities/withdrawals and other cash commitments efficiently under both normal operating conditions and under unpredictable circumstances of industry or market stress. To achieve this objective, we have guidelines that require sufficient liquidity to cover potential funding requirements in both the short- and long-term and to avoid over-dependence on volatile, less reliable funding markets. Guidelines are set for the consolidated balance sheet of HSBC USA to ensure that it is a source of strength for our regulated, deposit-taking banking subsidiary, as well as to address the more limited sources of liquidity available to it as a holding company. Similar guidelines are set for HSBC Bank USA to ensure that it can meet its liquidity needs in various stress scenarios. Cash flow analysis, including stress testing scenarios, forms the basis for liquidity management and contingency funding plans. See "Risk Management" in this MD&A for further discussion of our approach towards liquidity and funding risk management, including information regarding the key measures employed to define, monitor and control our liquidity and funding risk.
During the first quarter of 2023, two regional bank failures triggered turmoil throughout the banking industry as contagion fears spread. To date, we have not experienced any significant impact to our liquidity, deposits or funding capabilities as a result of this industry turmoil.
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Interest Bearing Deposits with Banks totaled $42,538$23,167 million and $47,400$17,744 million at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, respectively, of which $42,238$22,751 million and $47,259$17,633 million, respectively, were held with the Federal Reserve Bank. Balances may fluctuate from period to period depending upon our liquidity position at the time and our strategy for deploying liquidity.
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Surplus interest bearing deposits with the Federal Reserve Bank may be deployed into securities purchased under agreements to resell or other investments depending on market conditions and the opportunity to maximize returns.
Federal Funds Sold and Securities Purchased under Agreements to Resell totaled $4,941$21,721 million and $10,514$23,085 million at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, respectively. Balances may fluctuate from period to period depending upon our liquidity position at the time and our strategy for deploying liquidity.
Trading Assets includes securities totaling $13,033$11,918 million and $18,731$16,285 million at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, respectively. See "Balance Sheet Review" in this MD&A for further analysis and discussion on trends.
Securities includes securities available-for-sale and securities held-to-maturity totaling $35,728$37,278 million and $40,501$34,662 million at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, respectively. See "Balance Sheet Review" in this MD&A for further analysis and discussion on trends.
Short-Term Borrowings totaled $5,898$6,822 million and $6,338$5,945 million at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, respectively. See "Balance Sheet Review" in this MD&A for further analysis and discussion on short-term borrowing trends.
Deposits totaled $127,263$122,168 million and $143,032$123,223 million at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, respectively. See "Balance Sheet Review" in this MD&A for further analysis and discussion on deposit trends.
Long-Term Debt decreasedincreased to $16,026$19,517 million at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 from $17,236$17,591 million at December 31, 2021.2022. The following table presents the maturities of long-term debt at June 30, 2022:March 31, 2023:
(in millions)
(in millions)
2022$1,032 
202320231,689 2023$1,817 
202420243,128 20244,575 
202520254,418 20256,241 
20262026510 2026724 
202720271,276 
ThereafterThereafter5,249 Thereafter4,884 
TotalTotal$16,026 Total$19,517 
The following table summarizes issuances and retirements of long-term debt during the sixthree months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and 2021:2022:
Six Months Ended June 30,20222021
Three Months Ended March 31,Three Months Ended March 31,20232022
(in millions) (in millions)
Long-term debt issuedLong-term debt issued$2,845 $5,317 Long-term debt issued$2,037 $647 
Long-term debt repaidLong-term debt repaid(1,884)(6,154)Long-term debt repaid(603)(1,241)
Net long-term debt issued (repaid)Net long-term debt issued (repaid)$961 $(837)Net long-term debt issued (repaid)$1,434 $(594)
See "Balance Sheet Review" in this MD&A for further analysis and discussion on long-term debt trends, including additional information on debt issued and repaid during the sixthree months ended June 30, 2022.March 31, 2023.
Under our shelf registration statement on file with the SEC, we may issue certain securities including debt securities and preferred stock. We satisfy the eligibility requirements for designation as a "well-known seasoned issuer," which allows us to file a registration statement that does not have a limit on issuance capacity. The ability to issue under the registration statement is limited by the authority granted by the Board of Directors. During the first quarter of 2022, due to an anticipated decrease in utilization of the shelf registration statement, the Board of Directors approved a reduction in the amountAt March 31, 2023, we arewere authorized to issue from $20,000 million at December 31, 2021up to $15,000 million, of which $6,669$3,957 million was available at June 30, 2022.available. HSBC Bank USA has a $40,000 million Global Bank Note Program that provides for the issuance of subordinated and senior notes, of which $11,981$11,973 million was available at June 30, 2022.March 31, 2023.
As a member of the FHLB and the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, we have secured borrowing facilities which are collateralized by loans and investment securities. At June 30, 2022,March 31, 2023, long-term debt included $1,000 million of borrowings from the FHLB facility. Based upon the amounts pledged as collateral under these facilities, we have additional borrowing capacity of up to $13,430$13,831 million.
Preferred Equity  See Note 19, "Preferred Stock," in our 20212022 Form 10-K for information regarding all outstanding preferred share issues.
Common Equity  During the six months ended June 30, 2022,first quarter of 2023, HSBC USA did not receive any cash capital contributions from its parent, HSBC North America, and did not make any capital contributions to its subsidiary, HSBC Bank USA.
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Capital Ratios  In managing capital, we develop targets for common equity Tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets, Tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets, total capital to risk-weighted assets and Tier 1 capital to adjusted quarterly average assets (i.e., the "Tier 1 leverage ratio"). Capital targets are reviewed at least semi-annually to ensure they reflect our business mix and risk profile, as well as real-time conditions and circumstances. The following table summarizes HSBC USA's Basel III capital ratios calculated as of June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021:2022:
June 30, 2022December 31, 2021March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
Common equity Tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assetsCommon equity Tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets15.0 %15.1 %Common equity Tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets13.8 %13.5 %
Tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assetsTier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets16.2 16.3 Tier 1 capital to risk-weighted assets14.1 13.8 
Total capital to risk-weighted assetsTotal capital to risk-weighted assets18.4 18.5 Total capital to risk-weighted assets16.4 16.1 
Tier 1 leverage ratio(1)
Tier 1 leverage ratio(1)
9.8 8.5 
Tier 1 leverage ratio(1)
8.6 8.5 
(1)Adjusted quarterly average assets, the Tier 1 leverage ratio denominator, reflects quarterly average assets adjusted for amounts permitted to be deducted from Tier 1 capital.
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal banking agencies issued a final rule that provided the option to transition in the regulatory capital impacts of the current expected credit loss accounting standard over a five-year period. In 2020, HSBC North America and HSBC Bank USA elected the five-year transition option and, as a result, our capital ratios were being reported in accordance with the transition rules in the final rule. However, as of December 31, 2021, there was no remaining impact to regulatory capital under the transition rules and, therefore, there are no amounts being phased into regulatory capital in subsequent periods.
We manage capital in accordance with HSBC Group policy. The HSBC North America Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Process ("ICAAP") works in conjunction with the HSBC Group's ICAAP. The HSBC North America ICAAP applies to HSBC Bank USA and evaluates regulatory capital adequacy and capital adequacy under various stress scenarios. Our approach is to meet our capital needs for these stress scenarios locally through activities which reduce risk. To the extent that local alternatives are insufficient, as a wholly-owned subsidiary of HSBC, we would seek support from our ultimate parent. Regulatory capital requirements are based on the amount of capital required to be held, plus applicable capital buffers, as defined by regulations, and the amount of risk-weighted assets and leverage exposure, also calculated based on regulatory definitions.
We are subject to regulatory capital rules issued by U.S. banking regulators including Basel III (the "Basel III rule"). The Basel III rule establishes minimum capital ratios and overall capital adequacy standards for banks and bank holding companies ("BHCs"). HSBC North America, HSBC USA and HSBC Bank USA each calculate their risk-based capital requirements for credit risk under the Standardized Approach in the Basel III rule. In 2019, the FRB and the other federal banking agencies jointly finalized rules to implement the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief and Consumer Protection Act that tailor the application of the enhanced prudential standards for large BHC and foreign banking organizations (the "Tailoring Rules"). The Tailoring Rules assign each BHC and IHC with $50 billion or more in total U.S. assets into one of five classifications (Categories I through IV, and 'other firms') based on its size and four risk-based indicators. As of January 1, 2022, HSBC North America metUnder the criteria to be re-classified as a Category IV firm and, as a result of this classification change,Tailoring Rules, HSBC North America and HSBC Bank USA are no longer subject to the supplementary leverage ratio or the countercyclical capital buffer. Prior to January 1, 2022, HSBC North America and HSBC Bank USA were subject to Category IIIIV standards. For additional discussion of the Basel III rule requirements, including required minimum capital ratios, as well as further discussion of the Tailoring Rules and Category IV standards and other related regulatory developments and their expected impact see Part I, "Regulation and Competition - Regulatory Capital and Liquidity Requirements," in our 20212022 Form 10-K. We continue to review the composition of our capital structure and capital buffers in light of these developments.structure.
Capital Planning and Stress Testing The FRB requires certain U.S. top-tier BHCs and IHCs, including HSBC North America, to comply with the FRB's capital plan rule and CCAR program, as well as the supervisory stress tests conducted by the FRB. The stress tests are forward looking exercises to assess the impact of hypothetical macroeconomic baseline and severely adverse scenarios provided by the FRB on the financial condition and capital adequacy of a CCAR firm over a nine quarter planning horizon. As a result of its re-classification as a Category IV firm, HSBC North America is no longer subject to company-run stress testing and related disclosure requirements. Category IV firms are subject to supervisory stress testing on an every-other-yeara biennial basis, although theyit may opt intoopt-in to such testing in an "off year" in order to recalibrate theirits stress capital buffer based on theirits most recent supervisory stress test. The FRB continues to supervise Category IV firms on an ongoing basis, including evaluation of the capital adequacy and capital planning processes during off-cycle years. For further discussion of capital planning and stress testing, including detail regarding the FRB's supervisory assessment as part of the CCAR process, see Part I, "Regulation and Competition - Regulatory Capital and Liquidity Requirements," in our 20212022 Form 10-K.
HSBC North America submitted its 20222023 CCAR capital plan in April 2022. In June 2022, the FRB2023. As discussed above, HSBC North America is subject to supervisory stress testing on a biennial basis and will not have results publicly disclosed its supervisory stress test results for all CCAR firms, including HSBC North America. Stress testing results are based solely on
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hypothetical adverse stress scenarios and should not be viewed or interpreted as forecasts of expected outcomes or capital adequacy or of the actual financial condition of HSBC North America.in 2023. Capital planning and stress testing for HSBC North America may impact our future capital and liquidity.
While BHC regulatory capital compliance is generally performed at the HSBC North America level, and also separately for HSBC Bank USA, as a BHC we are required to meet minimum capital requirements imposed by the FRB. We present our capital ratios, together with HSBC Bank USA's in Note 16, "Retained Earnings and Regulatory Capital Requirements," in the accompanying consolidated financial statements.
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2023 Funding Strategy  Our current estimate for funding needs and sources for 20222023 are summarized in the following table:
Actual January 1 through
June 30, 2022
Estimated July 1 through
December 31, 2022
Estimated Full Year 2022
Actual January 1 through
March 31, 2023
Estimated April 1 through
December 31, 2023
Estimated Full Year 2023
(in billions) (in billions)
Increase (decrease) in funding needs:Increase (decrease) in funding needs:Increase (decrease) in funding needs:
Net change in loansNet change in loans$$— $Net change in loans$— $$
Net change in short-term investments and securitiesNet change in short-term investments and securities(15)(1)(16)Net change in short-term investments and securities(3)
Net change in trading and other assetsNet change in trading and other assets(5)(4)Net change in trading and other assets(5)(2)
Total funding needsTotal funding needs$(18)$— $(18)Total funding needs$$$
Increase (decrease) in funding sources:Increase (decrease) in funding sources:Increase (decrease) in funding sources:
Net change in depositsNet change in deposits$(16)$$(14)Net change in deposits$(1)$$
Net change in trading and other short-term liabilitiesNet change in trading and other short-term liabilities(1)(3)(4)Net change in trading and other short-term liabilities(1)— 
Net change in long-term debtNet change in long-term debt(1)— Net change in long-term debt— 
Total funding sourcesTotal funding sources$(18)$— $(18)Total funding sources$$$
The above table reflects a long-term funding strategy. Daily balances fluctuate as we accommodate customer needs, while ensuring that we have liquidity in place to support the balance sheet maturity funding profile. Should market conditions deteriorate, we have contingency plans to generate additional liquidity through the sales of assets or financing transactions. We remain confident in our ability to access the market for long-term debt funding needs in the current market environment. We continue to seek well-priced and stable customer deposits. We also continue to sell new agency-eligible conforming residential mortgage loans to third parties.
HSBC Bank USA is subject to significant restrictions imposed by federal law on extensions of credit to, and certain other 'covered transactions' with HSBC USA and other affiliates. For further discussion, see Part I, "Regulation and Competition - Affiliate Transaction Restrictions," in our 20212022 Form 10-K.
See "Risk Management" in this MD&A for further discussion relating to our liquidity contingency plans and our approach to liquidity and funding risk management.
Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements As part of our normal operations, we enter into credit derivatives and various off-balance sheet arrangements with affiliates and third parties. These arrangements arise principally in connection with our lending and client intermediation activities and involve primarily commitments to extend credit and, in certain cases, guarantees.
Commitments to extend credit include arrangements whereby we are contractually obligated to extend credit in the form of loans, participations in loans or similar transactions. At June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, we had commitments to extend credit totaling $90.3$88.6 billion and $94.1$88.8 billion, respectively, comprised primarily of commercial commitments and, to a lesser extent, consumer commitments. Commercial commitments comprise primarily those related to secured and unsecured loans and lines of credit. Consumer commitments comprise unused MasterCard/Visa credit card lines, where we have the right to change terms or conditions upon notification to the customer, and commitments to extend credit secured by residential properties, where we have the right to change terms or conditions, for cause, upon notification to the customer. For a summary of guarantees, including standby letters of credit and certain credit derivative transactions, as well as the contractual amounts outstanding at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, see Note 18, "Guarantee Arrangements, Pledged Asset and Repurchase Agreements," in the accompanying consolidated financial statements.
The contractual amounts of these financial instruments represent our maximum possible credit exposure in the event that a counterparty draws down the full commitment amount or we are required to fulfill our maximum obligation under a guarantee. Many of these commitments and guarantees expire unused or without default. In addition, implementation of our business strategy (as described under the heading "Executive Overview - 2021 Events" in our 2021 Form 10-K) will affect our
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contractual obligations over time, including with respect to consumer commitments. As a result, we believe that the contractual amount is not representative of the actual future credit exposure or funding requirements.
Our off-balance sheet arrangements also include transactions with unconsolidated variable interest entities ("VIEs"). See Note 17, "Variable Interest Entities," in the accompanying consolidated financial statements for a summary of these unconsolidated VIEs.

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Fair Value
Fair Value Hierarchy  Fair value measurement accounting principles establish a fair value hierarchy structure that prioritizes the inputs to determine the fair value of an asset or liability (the "Fair Value Framework"). The Fair Value Framework distinguishes between inputs that are based on observed market data and unobservable inputs that reflect market participants' assumptions. It emphasizes the use of valuation methodologies that maximize observable market inputs. For financial instruments carried at fair value, the best evidence of fair value is a quoted price in an actively traded market (Level 1). Where the market for a financial instrument is not active, valuation techniques are used. The majority of our valuation techniques use market inputs that are either observable or indirectly derived from and corroborated by observable market data for substantially the full term of the financial instrument (Level 2). Because Level 1 and Level 2 instruments are determined by observable inputs, less judgment is applied in determining their fair values. In the absence of observable market inputs, the financial instrument is valued based on valuation techniques that feature one or more significant unobservable inputs (Level 3). The determination of the level of fair value hierarchy within which the fair value measurement of an asset or a liability is classified often requires judgment and may change over time as market conditions evolve. We consider the following factors in developing the fair value hierarchy:
whether the asset or liability is transacted in an active market with a quoted market price;
the level of bid-ask spreads;
a lack of pricing transparency due to, among other things, complexity of the product and market liquidity;
whether only a few transactions are observed over a significant period of time;
whether the pricing quotations differ substantially among independent pricing services;
whether inputs to the valuation techniques can be derived from or corroborated with market data; and
whether significant adjustments are made to the observed pricing information or model output to determine the fair value.
Level 1 inputs are unadjusted quoted prices in active markets that the reporting entity has the ability to access for identical assets or liabilities. A financial instrument is classified as a Level 1 measurement if it is listed on an exchange or is an instrument actively traded in the over-the-counter ("OTC") market where transactions occur with sufficient frequency and volume. We regard financial instruments such as debt securities, equity securities and derivative contracts listed on the primary exchanges of a country to be actively traded. Non-exchange-traded instruments classified as Level 1 assets include securities issued by the U.S. Treasury, to-be-announced securities, non-callable securities issued by U.S. Government sponsored enterprises and certain foreign government-backed debt.
Level 2 inputs are those that are observable either directly or indirectly but do not qualify as Level 1 inputs. We classify mortgage pass-through securities, agency and certain non-agency mortgage collateralized obligations, non-exchange-traded derivative contracts, asset-backed securities, obligations of U.S. states and political subdivisions, corporate debt securities, certain foreign government-backed debt, preferred securities, securities purchased and sold under resale and repurchase agreements, precious metals, certain loans held for sale, certain student loans, residential mortgage loans whose carrying amount was reduced based on the fair value of the underlying collateral, and real estate owned and, at December 31, 2022, a client share repurchase transaction as Level 2 measurements. Where possible, at least two quotations from independent sources are obtained based on transactions involving comparable assets and liabilities to validate the fair value of these instruments. We have established a process to understand the methodologies and inputs used by the third party pricing services to ensure that pricing information meets the fair value objective and, where appropriate, this pricing data is back-tested to market trade executions. Where significant differences arise among the independent pricing quotes and the internally determined fair value, we investigate and reconcile the differences. If the investigation results in a significant adjustment to the fair value, the instrument will be classified as Level 3 within the fair value hierarchy. In general, we have observed that there is a correlation between the credit standing and the market liquidity of a non-derivative instrument.
Level 2 derivative instruments are generally valued based on discounted future cash flows or an option pricing model adjusted for counterparty credit risk and market liquidity. The fair value of certain derivative products is determined using valuation techniques based on inputs derived from observable indices traded in the OTC market. Appropriate control processes and
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procedures have been applied to ensure that the derived inputs are applied to value only those instruments that share similar risks to the relevant benchmark indices and therefore demonstrate a similar response to market factors.
Level 3 inputs are unobservable estimates that management expects market participants would use to determine the fair value of the asset or liability. That is, Level 3 inputs incorporate market participants' assumptions about risk and the risk premium required by market participants in order to bear that risk. We develop Level 3 inputs based on the best information available in the circumstances. At June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, our Level 3 measurements included the following: certain structured deposits and structured notes for which the embedded derivatives have significant unobservable inputs (e.g.,
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volatility or default correlations), certain asset-backed securities, individually assessed commercial loans, mortgage servicing rights, derivatives with certain inputs which are unobservable, certain credit default swaps, certain loans held for sale and swap agreements entered into in conjunction with the sales of Visa Class B Shares for which the fair value is dependent upon the final resolution of the related litigation. See Note 19, "Fair Value Measurements," in the accompanying consolidated financial statements for additional information on Level 3 inputs.
Level 3 Measurements  The following table provides information about Level 3 assets/liabilities in relation to total assets/liabilities measured at fair value at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021:2022:
June 30, 2022December 31, 2021March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
(dollars are in millions) (dollars are in millions)
Level 3 assets(1)(2)
Level 3 assets(1)(2)
$369 $2,356 
Level 3 assets(1)(2)
$414 $322 
Total assets measured at fair value(1)(3)
Total assets measured at fair value(1)(3)
69,742 76,713 
Total assets measured at fair value(1)(3)
59,848 68,441 
Level 3 liabilities(1)
Level 3 liabilities(1)
3,023 2,598 
Level 3 liabilities(1)
2,888 3,365 
Total liabilities measured at fair value(1)
Total liabilities measured at fair value(1)
30,878 28,125 
Total liabilities measured at fair value(1)
26,633 30,414 
Level 3 assets as a percent of total assets measured at fair valueLevel 3 assets as a percent of total assets measured at fair value0.5 %3.1 %Level 3 assets as a percent of total assets measured at fair value0.7 %0.5 %
Level 3 liabilities as a percent of total liabilities measured at fair valueLevel 3 liabilities as a percent of total liabilities measured at fair value9.8 %9.2 %Level 3 liabilities as a percent of total liabilities measured at fair value10.8 %11.1 %
(1)Presented without netting which allows the offsetting of amounts relating to certain contracts if certain conditions are met.
(2)Includes $231$291 million of recurring Level 3 assets and $138$123 million of non-recurring Level 3 assets at June 30, 2022.March 31, 2023. Includes $355$270 million of recurring Level 3 assets and $2,001$52 million of non-recurring Level 3 assets at December 31, 2021.2022.
(3)Includes $69,478$59,568 million of assets measured on a recurring basis and $264$280 million of assets measured on a non-recurring basis at June 30, 2022.March 31, 2023. Includes $74,511$68,276 million of assets measured on a recurring basis and $2,202$165 million of assets measured on a non-recurring basis at December 31, 2021.2022.
Significant Changes in Fair Value for Level 3 Assets and Liabilities During the first quarter of 2022, we sold certain loans which were transferred to held for sale during 2021 and were Level 3 assets measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis. See Note 8, "Loans Held for Sale," in the accompany consolidated financial statements for additional information.
See Note 19, "Fair Value Measurements," in the accompanying consolidated financial statements for information on additions to and transfers into (out of) Level 3 measurements during the three and six months ended June 30,March 31, 2023 and 2022 and 2021 as well as for further details including the classification hierarchy associated with assets and liabilities measured at fair value.
Effect of Changes in Significant Unobservable Inputs  The fair value of certain financial instruments is measured using valuation techniques that incorporate pricing assumptions not supported by, derived from or corroborated by observable market data. The resultant fair value measurements are dependent on unobservable input parameters which can be selected from a range of estimates and may be interdependent. Changes in one or more of the significant unobservable input parameters may change the fair value measurements of these financial instruments. For the purpose of preparing the financial statements, the final valuation inputs selected are based on management's best judgment that reflect the assumptions market participants would use in pricing similar assets or liabilities.
The unobservable input parameters selected are subject to the internal valuation control processes and procedures. When we perform a test of all the significant input parameters to the extreme values within the range at the same time, it could result in an increase of the overall fair value measurement of approximately $22$24 million or a decrease of the overall fair value measurement of approximately $24$60 million at June 30, 2022.March 31, 2023. The effect of changes in significant unobservable input parameters are primarily driven by the uncertainty in determining the fair value of certain credit-linked structured notes.notes and swap agreements entered into in conjunction with the sales of Visa Class B Shares.

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Risk Management
Overview  ManagingThe primary role of risk effectivelymanagement is fundamental to protect our customers, business, colleagues and the delivery ofcommunities that we serve, while ensuring we are able to support our strategic priorities.strategy and provide sustainable growth.
We aim to use a comprehensive risk management frameworkapproach across the organization and across all risk types underpinned by our culture and values. This is outlined in our risk culture.management framework, including the key principles and practices that we employ in managing material risks, both financial and non-financial. This framework fosters continuous monitoring, promotes risk awareness, and encourages sound operational and strategic decision-making.decision-making and escalation processes. It also ensuressupports a consistent approach to identifying, assessing, managing, and reporting the risks we accept and incur in our activities.activities, with clear accountabilities.
Our Board of Directors has the ultimate responsibility for the effective oversight of risk management.management and approves our risk appetite. It is advised on risk matters by the Risk Committee of the Board of Directors, notably risk appetite and its alignment with our strategy, risk governance and internal controls, as well as high-level risk related matters. Robust We use a defined executive
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risk governance structure to help ensure there is appropriate oversight and accountability are embedded throughout our business through an established framework that helps to ensure appropriate oversight of and accountability for the effective management of risk.
Our material risks The principal risks associated with our operations include the following:
Credit risk is the risk of financial loss if a customer or counterparty fails to meet an obligation under a contract;
Treasury risk is the risk of having insufficient capital, liquidity or funding resources to meet financial obligations and satisfy regulatory requirements, including pension risk. Treasury risk also includes the risk to ourof an adverse impact on earnings due to changes in market interest rates;rates, together with pension risk;
Market risk is the risk that movementsof an adverse financial impact on trading activities arising from changes in market factors,parameters such as interest rates, foreign exchange rates, interest rates,asset prices, volatilities, correlations and credit spreads, equity pricesspreads;
Climate risk relates to the financial and commodity prices, will reduce our income ornon-financial impacts that may arise as a result of climate change and the value of our portfolios;move to a greener economy;
Resilience risk is the risk that we are unable to provide critical services to our customers, affiliates and counterparties as a result of sustained and significant operational disruption;
Regulatory compliance risk is the risk that we failassociated with breaching our duty to observe the letterclients and spirit of relevant laws, codes, rules, regulationsother counterparties, inappropriate market conduct and standards of good market practice, which as a consequence incur fines and penalties and suffer damage to our business;breaching related financial services regulatory standards;
Financial crime risk is the risk that weof knowingly or unknowingly helphelping parties to commit or to further potentially illegal activity, including money laundering, fraud, bribery and corruption, tax evasion, sanctions breaches, and terrorist and proliferation financing;
Strategic risk is the risk that the business will fail to identify, execute and react appropriately to opportunities and/or threats arising from changes in the market, some of which may emerge over a number of years such as changing economic and political circumstances, customer requirements, demographic trends, regulatory developments or competitor action; and
Model risk is the potential for adverse consequences fromrisk of inappropriate or incorrect business decisions informed byarising from the use of models which can be exacerbated by errorsthat have been inadequately designed, implemented or used, or from models that do not perform in methodology, design or the way they are used.line with expectations and predictions.
In the course of our regular risk management activities, we use models to help quantify the risk we are taking. We believe that the assumptions used in these models are reasonable within the parameters for which the models have been built and calibrated to operate, but events may unfold differently than what is assumed in the models. Consequently, actual results may differ significantly from model projections. The severe projections of macroeconomic variables during the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent recovery represent events outside the parameters for which the models have been built. As a result, adjustmentsAdjustments to model outputs to reflect consideration of management judgment are used with stringent governance in place to ensure appropriate results. Where models do not require adjustments, enhanced model monitoring confirms models are performing as intended.
See "Risk Management" in MD&A in our 20212022 Form 10-K for a more complete discussion of the objectives of our risk management system as well as our risk management policies and practices. There have been no material changes to our approach to risk management since December 31, 2021.2022.
Credit Risk Management Credit risk is managed through a robust risk identification and control framework which outlines clear and consistent policies, principles and guidance for risk managers. Credit risk is monitored using various internal risk management measures and within limits approved by individuals within a framework of delegated authorities. Our credit risk management procedures are designed for all stages of economic and financial cycles, including challenging periods of market volatility and economic uncertainty. During the first halfquarter of 2022, the impacts of the Russia-Ukraine war and the COVID-19 pandemic continued to create significant uncertainty about2023, the future economic environment. While our credit risk exposure to Russia was immaterial at June 30, 2022, the impact of the war on generalenvironment remained uncertain amidst high inflation, rising interest rates and slowing economic conditions, especially inflation, will continue to evolve and, therefore, the impact on our customers remains uncertain.growth. We continue to monitor the performance of
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our material commercial loans as conditions evolve and take necessary credit actions where warranted. See "Risk Management" in MD&A in our 20212022 Form 10-K for a more complete discussion of our approach to credit risk.
Treasury Risk Management We continuously monitor our capital ratios and the impact of market events on our liquidity positions and will continue to adapt our frameworks as necessary to reflect market events and the evolving regulatory landscape and view as to best practices. See "Risk Management" in MD&A in our 20212022 Form 10-K for a more complete discussion of our approach to treasury risk.
Capital risk See "Liquidity and Capital Resources" in this MD&A for a discussion of our approach to capital risk management, including our capital ratios and regulatory capital requirements.
Liquidity and funding risk As part of our approach towards liquidity and funding risk management, we employ the measures discussed below to define, monitor and control our liquidity and funding risk in accordance with HSBC policy.
As of January 1, 2022, HSBC North America met the criteria to be re-classified as a Category IV firm and, as a result of this classification change, HSBC North America and HSBC Bank USA are subject to a further reducedthe U.S. liquidity coverage ratio ("LCR") and net stable funding ratio ("NSFR") requirement of 70 percent so long as HSBC North America's weighted short-term wholesale funding equals or exceeds $50 billion. HSBC North America and HSBC Bank USA elected to report subject to the reduced U.S. LCR and NSFR requirement of 70 percent beginning April 1, 2022, whereas they were previously subject to the requirement of 85 percent applicable under Category III standards.
The United Kingdom ("U.K.") Prudential Regulatory Authority ("PRA") based LCRrule, which is designed to be a short-term liquidity measure to ensure banks have sufficient High Quality Liquid Assets ("HQLA") to cover net stressed cash outflows over the next 30 days. At both June 30, 2022 and December 31, 2021, HSBC USA's LCR exceeded 100 percent. A LCR of 100 percent or higher reflects an unencumbered HQLA balance that is equal to or exceeds liquidity needs for a 30 calendar day liquidity stress scenario. HQLA consists of cash or assets that can be converted into cash at little or no loss of value in private markets. HSBC North America and HSBC Bank USA are also subject to the U.S. LCR ruledays, and are required to report their LCR to U.S. regulators on a daily basis. During the three
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months ended March 31, 2023, HSBC Bank USA's LCR remained above 100 percent. Under the Tailoring Rules, a 70 percent LCR requirement applies to Category IV firms with weighted short-term wholesale funding that equals or exceeds $50 billion and their depository institution subsidiaries. As a result, under the U.S. LCR rule, a LCR of 100 percent or higher reflects an unencumbered HQLA balance that is equal to or exceeds 70 percent of a Category IV firm's liquidity needs for a 30 calendar day liquidity stress scenario. During the six months ended June 30, 2022,HQLA consists of cash or assets that can be converted into cash at little or no loss of value in private markets.
HSBC North America and HSBC Bank USA's LCR underUSA are also subject to the U.S. LCRnet stable funding ratio ("NSFR") rule, remained above the 100 percent minimum requirement.
The U.K. PRA based NSFR, which is a longer term liquidity measure with a 12-month time horizon to ensure a sustainable maturity structure of assets and liabilities, took effect on January 1, 2022.liabilities. At both June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, HSBC Bank USA's NSFR exceeded 100 percent. The ratio at December 31, 2021 was estimated based on our interpretation and understanding of the Basel Committee NSFR guidance at that time. A NSFR of 100 percent or more reflects an available stable funding balance from liabilities and capital over the next 12 months that is equal to or exceeds the required amount of funding for assets and off-balance sheet exposures. HSBC North America and HSBC Bank USA are also subject to the U.S. NSFR rule. Under the Tailoring Rules, a 70 percent NSFR requirement applies to Category IV firms with weighted short-term wholesale funding that equals or exceeds $50 billion and their depository institution subsidiaries. As a result, under the U.S. NSFR rule, a NSFR of 100 percent or more reflects an available stable funding balance from liabilities and capital over the next 12 months that is equal to or exceeds 70 percent of a Category IV firm's required amount of funding for assets and off-balance sheet exposures. AtIn addition, under the U.K. Prudential Regulatory Authority ("PRA") based NSFR rule, HSBC USA's NSFR exceeded 100 percent at both June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021, HSBC Bank USA's NSFR under2022. Under the U.S.U.K. PRA NSFR rule, exceededa NSFR of 100 percent.percent or more reflects an available stable funding balance from liabilities and capital over the next 12 months that is equal to or exceeds the required amount of funding for assets and off-balance sheet exposures.
As a Category IV firm, HSBC North America remains subject to liquidity stress testing and related liquidity buffer and liquidity risk management requirements. HSBC North America and HSBC Bank USA have liquidity profiles to support compliance with these rules and may need to make changes to their liquidity profiles to support compliance with any future rules.
Our liquidity and funding risk management approach includes deposits, supplemented by wholesale borrowing to fund our balance sheet, and using security sales or secured borrowings for liquidity stress situations in our liquidity contingency plans. In addition, regulations require banks to retain a portfolio of HQLA. As such, we are maintaining a large portfolio of high quality sovereign and sovereign guaranteed securities.
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Our ability to regularly attract wholesale funds at a competitive cost is enhanced by strong ratings from the major credit ratingsrating agencies. The following table reflects the short and long-term credit ratings of HSBC USA and HSBC Bank USA at June 30, 2022:March 31, 2023:
  
Moody'sS&PFitch
HSBC USA:
Short-term borrowingsP-1A-2F1+
Long-term/senior debtA1A-A+
HSBC Bank USA:
Short-term borrowingsP-1A-1F1+
Long-term/senior debtAa3A+AA-
Rating agencies continue to evaluate economic and geopolitical trends, regulatory developments, future profitability, risk management practices and legal matters, all of which could lead to adverse ratings actions.
Although we closely monitor and strive to manage factors influencing our credit ratings, there is no assurance that our credit ratings will not change in the future. At June 30, 2022,March 31, 2023, none of the ratings on the debt of HSBC USA or HSBC Bank USA from any of the rating agencies were under review for potential downgrade.
See "Liquidity and Capital Resources" in this MD&A for further discussion of our liquidity position, including additional information regarding our outstanding borrowings, the remaining availability of our debt issuance programs and our funding strategy.
Interest rate risk Various techniques are utilized to quantify and monitor risks associated with the repricing characteristics of our assets, liabilities and derivative contracts. See "Risk Management" in MD&A in our 20212022 Form 10-K for a more complete discussion of our approach to interest rate risk.
Economic value of equity ("EVE") EVE represents the present value of the banking book cash flows that could be provided to our equity holder under a managed run-off scenario. An EVE sensitivity represents the change in EVE due to a defined movement in interest rates. We manage to an immediate parallel upward shock of 200 basis points and an immediate parallel downward shock of 200 basis points to the market implied interest rates. At both June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, our EVE remained within risk limits for the up 200 and down 200 basis point interest rate shock scenarios.
Net interest income simulation modeling techniques We utilize simulation modeling to monitor a number of interest rate scenarios for their impact on projected net interest income. These techniques simulate the impact on projected net interest income under various scenarios, such as rate shock scenarios which assume immediate market rate movements by 100 basis
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points, as well as scenarios in which rates gradually rise or fall by 100 basis points over a twelve month period. In the gradual scenarios, 25 percent of the interest rate movement occurs at the beginning of each quarter. The following table reflects the impact on our projected net interest income of the scenarios utilized by these modeling techniques:
June 30, 2022December 31, 2021March 31, 2023December 31, 2022
Amount%Amount%Amount%Amount%
(dollars are in millions) (dollars are in millions)
Estimated increase (decrease) in projected net interest income (reflects projected rate movements on July 1, 2022 and January 1, 2022, respectively):
Estimated increase (decrease) in projected net interest income (reflects projected rate movements on April 1, 2023 and January 1, 2023, respectively):Estimated increase (decrease) in projected net interest income (reflects projected rate movements on April 1, 2023 and January 1, 2023, respectively):
Resulting from a gradual 100 basis point increase in the yield curveResulting from a gradual 100 basis point increase in the yield curve$198 6 %$225 %Resulting from a gradual 100 basis point increase in the yield curve$41 1 %$34 %
Resulting from a gradual 100 basis point decrease in the yield curveResulting from a gradual 100 basis point decrease in the yield curve(203)(6)(130)(5)Resulting from a gradual 100 basis point decrease in the yield curve(54)(2)(43)(2)
Other significant scenarios monitored (reflects projected rate movements on July 1, 2022 and January 1, 2022, respectively):
Other significant scenarios monitored (reflects projected rate movements on April 1, 2023 and January 1, 2023, respectively):Other significant scenarios monitored (reflects projected rate movements on April 1, 2023 and January 1, 2023, respectively):
Resulting from an immediate 100 basis point increase in the yield curveResulting from an immediate 100 basis point increase in the yield curve339 11 308 13 Resulting from an immediate 100 basis point increase in the yield curve75 3 66 
Resulting from an immediate 100 basis point decrease in the yield curveResulting from an immediate 100 basis point decrease in the yield curve(337)(11)(334)(14)Resulting from an immediate 100 basis point decrease in the yield curve(70)(2)(60)(2)
The projections do not take into consideration possible complicating factors such as the effect of changes in interest rates on the credit quality, size and composition of the balance sheet. Therefore, although this provides a reasonable estimate of interest rate sensitivity, actual results will differ from these estimates, possibly by significant amounts.
Non-trading value at risk ("VaR") Non-trading VaR predominantly relates to Markets Treasury and represents the potential negative changes in the investment portfolio market value (which includes available-for-sale and held-to-maturity assets) and associated hedges. Our investment portfolio holdings comprise mainly U.S. Treasury, U.S. Government agency mortgage-backed and U.S. Government sponsored mortgage-backed securities. Our non-trading VaR exposure is driven by interest rates and agency spread volatility. Refer to "Market Risk Management" below for further discussion regarding VaR and the management of market risk in our non-trading portfolios.
The following table summarizes our non-trading VaR for the three months ended March 31, 2023 and at December 31, 2022:
Credit SpreadInterest Rate
Portfolio Diversification(1)
Total(2)
 (in millions)
At March 31, 2023$60 $67 $(38)$89 
Three Months Ended March 31, 2023
Average55 58 (38)75 
Maximum60 70 96 
Minimum51 50 61 
At December 31, 2022$51 $65 $(34)$82 
(1)    Refer to the Trading VaR table in "Market Risk Management" below for additional information.
Non-trading VaR also includes the interest rate risk of non-trading financial assets and liabilities held by the global businesses and transfer priced into Markets Treasury which has the mandate to centrally manage and hedge it.
Market Risk Management  Exposure to market risk is separated into two portfolios:
Trading portfolios comprise positions arising from market-making and warehousing of client-derived positions.
Non-trading portfolios comprise positions that primarily arise from the interest rate management of our retail and commercial banking assets and liabilities and financial investments classified as available-for-sale and held-to-maturity.
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We apply similar risk management policies and measurement techniques to both trading and non-trading portfolios. Our objective is to manage and control market risk exposures to optimize return on risk while maintaining a market profile consistent with our established risk appetite. See "Risk Management" in MD&A in our 20212022 Form 10-K for a more complete discussion of our approach to market risk.
Value at risk ("VaR") VaR is a technique for estimating potential losses on risk positions as a result of movements in market rates and prices over a specified time horizon and to a given level of confidence. The use of VaR is integrated into market risk management and calculated for all trading positions regardless of how we capitalize them. In addition, we calculate VaR for non-trading portfolios to have a complete picture of risk. VaR measures are calculated to a 99 percent confidence level and use a one-day holding period.
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Trading portfoliosVaR Trading VaR generates primarilyis generated principally from trading activities within the MSS segment of GBM. Portfolios comprise mainlyThese include positions in foreign exchange, products, precious metals (i.e., gold, silver, platinum) and credit default swaps.
The following graph summarizes daily VaR for our trading portfolios at a 99 percent confidence level (in millions):
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The following table summarizes our trading VaR for the sixthree months ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and at December 31, 2021:2022:
Credit SpreadForeign Exchange and CommodityInterest Rate
Portfolio Diversification(1)
Total(2)
Credit SpreadForeign Exchange and CommodityInterest Rate
Portfolio Diversification(1)
Total(2)
(in millions) (in millions)
At June 30, 2022$1 $2 $2 $(2)$3 
At March 31, 2023At March 31, 2023$ $5 $4 $(3)$6 
Six Months Ended June 30, 2022
Three Months Ended March 31, 2023Three Months Ended March 31, 2023
AverageAverage1 4 3 (3)5 Average 4 4 (3)5 
MaximumMaximum7 9 6 9 Maximum1 6 6 8 
MinimumMinimum 1 2 2 Minimum 1 3 3 
At December 31, 2021$$$$(4)$
At December 31, 2022At December 31, 2022$— $$$(2)$
(1)Portfolio diversification is the market risk dispersion effect of holding a portfolio containing different risk types. It represents the reduction in unsystematic market risk that occurs when combining a number of different risk types, for example, foreign exchange, interest rate and credit spread, together in one portfolio. It is measured as the difference between the sum of the VaR by individual risk type and the combined total VaR. A negative number represents the benefit of portfolio diversification. As the maximum and minimum occur on different days for different risk types, it is not meaningful to calculate a portfolio diversification benefit for these measures.
(2)The total VaR is non-additive across risk types due to diversification effects. For presentation purposes, portfolio diversification of the VaR for trading portfolios includes VaR-based risk-not-in-VaR.
Refer to "Treasury Risk Management" above for disclosure of our non-trading VaR.
Back-testing We routinely validate the accuracy of our VaR models by back-testing them against hypothetical profit and loss that excludes non-modeled items such as fees, commissions and revenues of intra-day transactions from the actual reported profit and loss. We would expect, under stable market conditions, to seeexperience two or three losses in excess of VaR at the 99 percent confidence level over a one-year period. However, in periods of unstable market conditions, we could see an increase in the number of back-testing exceptions.
During the three months ended June 30, 2022,first quarter of 2023, we experienced sixno loss back-testing exceptions due primarily to significant increases in market volatility in the second quarter of 2022. These loss exceptions were driven by substantial market volatility in interest rates and metals arising from inflationary pressures, changes in the FRB's stance on interest rate hikes and geopolitical conditions.
Performance of the VaR model was in line with expectations given observed market movements. During the period, market risk exposures and actual reported losses remained within the entity's risk limits.
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Non-trading portfolios Non-trading VaR predominantly relates to Markets Treasury and represents the potential negative changes in the investment portfolio market value (which includes available-for-sale and held-to-maturity assets) and associated hedges. Our investment portfolio holdings comprise mainly U.S. Treasury, U.S. Government agency mortgage-backed and U.S. Government sponsored mortgage-backed securities. Our non-trading VaR exposure is driven by interest rates and agency spread volatility.
The following table summarizes our non-trading VaR for the six months ended June 30, 2022 and at December 31, 2021:
Credit SpreadInterest Rate
Portfolio Diversification(1)
Total(2)
 (in millions)
At June 30, 2022$48 $45 $(27)$66 
Six Months Ended June 30, 2022
Average55 64 (35)84 
Maximum75 116 127
Minimum47 41 64
At December 31, 2021$62 $84 $(34)$112 
(1)    Refer to the Trading VaR table above for additional information.
Non-trading VaR also includes the interest rate risk of non-trading financial assets and liabilities held by the global businesses and transfer priced into Markets Treasury which has the mandate to centrally manage and hedge it. See "Treasury Risk Management" above for a broader discussion on how interest rate risk is managed.exceptions.

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CONSOLIDATED AVERAGE BALANCES AND INTEREST RATES
The following table summarizes the quarter-to-date and year-to-date average daily balances of the principal components of assets, liabilities and equity together with their respective interest amounts and rates earned or paid. Net interest margin is calculated by dividing net interest income by the average interest earning assets from which interest income is earned. Loan interest for the three and six months ended June 30,March 31, 2023 and 2022 included fees of $9$7 million and $22$13 million, respectively, compared with fees of $28 million and $48 million during the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively.
Three Months Ended June 30,20222021
Three Months Ended March 31,Three Months Ended March 31,20232022
Average BalanceInterestRateAverage BalanceInterestRateAverage BalanceInterestRateAverage BalanceInterestRate
(dollars are in millions) (dollars are in millions)
Assets:Assets:Assets:
Interest bearing deposits with banksInterest bearing deposits with banks$45,655 $97 .85 %$53,780 $15 .11 %Interest bearing deposits with banks$34,325 $269 3.18 %$52,435 $25 .19 %
Federal funds sold and securities purchased under resale agreementsFederal funds sold and securities purchased under resale agreements2,997 13 1.74 4,204 .19 Federal funds sold and securities purchased under resale agreements9,326 141 6.13 2,766 .29 
Trading securitiesTrading securities13,006 55 1.70 20,594 54 1.05 Trading securities12,752 49 1.56 16,063 63 1.59 
SecuritiesSecurities36,918 169 1.84 40,992 160 1.57 Securities35,153 323 3.73 39,957 141 1.43 
Loans:Loans:Loans:
CommercialCommercial44,028 309 2.82 40,587 275 2.72 Commercial42,494 657 6.27 41,273 238 2.34 
Consumer:Consumer:    Consumer:
Residential mortgagesResidential mortgages16,378 118 2.89 18,563 135 2.92 Residential mortgages16,889 134 3.22 17,735 126 2.88 
Home equity mortgagesHome equity mortgages354 3 3.40 676 2.37 Home equity mortgages365 6 6.67 502 2.42 
Credit cardsCredit cards213 4 7.53 896 21 9.40 Credit cards199 4 8.15 287 8.48 
Other consumerOther consumer153 3 7.86 288 8.36 Other consumer136 2 5.96 211 5.77 
Total consumerTotal consumer17,098 128 3.00 20,423 166 3.26 Total consumer17,589 146 3.37 18,735 138 2.99 
Total loansTotal loans61,126 437 2.87 61,010 441 2.90 Total loans60,083 803 5.42 60,008 376 2.54 
OtherOther2,414 12 1.99 2,671 .60 Other1,968 19 3.92 2,214 .92 
Total interest earning assetsTotal interest earning assets$162,116 $783 1.94 %$183,251 $676 1.48 %Total interest earning assets$153,607 $1,604 4.23 %$173,443 $612 1.43 %
Allowance for credit lossesAllowance for credit losses(467)(799)Allowance for credit losses(588)(449)
Cash and due from banksCash and due from banks961 1,232 Cash and due from banks942 952 
Other assetsOther assets11,055 12,811 Other assets12,288 9,915 
Total assetsTotal assets$173,665 $196,495 Total assets$166,249 $183,861 
Liabilities and Equity:Liabilities and Equity:Liabilities and Equity:
Domestic deposits:Domestic deposits:Domestic deposits:
Savings depositsSavings deposits$56,278 $40 .29 %$67,091 $28 .17 %Savings deposits$49,307 $262 2.15 %$60,696 $21 .14 %
Time depositsTime deposits9,653 45 1.87 12,962 24 .74 Time deposits16,185 215 5.39 8,671 19 .89 
Other interest bearing depositsOther interest bearing deposits20,787 45 .87 21,424 14 .26 Other interest bearing deposits20,411 233 4.63 19,828 15 .31 
Foreign depositsForeign deposits6,387 5 .31 6,176 .03 Foreign deposits6,082 46 3.07 5,985 .07 
Deposits held for saleDeposits held for sale   2,773 .23 Deposits held for sale   3,939 .21 
Total interest bearing depositsTotal interest bearing deposits93,105 135 .58 110,426 69 .25 Total interest bearing deposits91,985 756 3.33 99,119 58 .24 
Short-term borrowings:Short-term borrowings:Short-term borrowings:
Securities sold under repurchase agreementsSecurities sold under repurchase agreements1,910 8 1.68 983 — .15 Securities sold under repurchase agreements425 38 36.26 2,577 .16 
Commercial paperCommercial paper4,242 12 1.13 3,005 .40 Commercial paper5,304 61 4.66 3,711 .44 
Other short-term borrowingsOther short-term borrowings294 1 1.36 254 1.58 Other short-term borrowings391 1 1.04 254 — .00 
Total short-term borrowingsTotal short-term borrowings6,446 21 1.31 4,242 .38 Total short-term borrowings6,120 100 6.63 6,542 .31 
Long-term debtLong-term debt15,684 89 2.28 19,031 78 1.64 Long-term debt18,301 256 5.67 16,450 68 1.68 
Total interest bearing debtTotal interest bearing debt115,235 245 .85 133,699 151 .45 Total interest bearing debt116,406 1,112 3.87 122,111 131 .44 
Tax liabilities and otherTax liabilities and other953 6 2.53 858 .93 Tax liabilities and other930 9 3.92 1,057 1.53 
Total interest bearing liabilitiesTotal interest bearing liabilities$116,188 $251 .87 %$134,557 $153 .46 %Total interest bearing liabilities$117,336 $1,121 3.87 %$123,168 $135 .44 %
Net interest income/Interest rate spreadNet interest income/Interest rate spread$532 1.07 %$523 1.02 %Net interest income/Interest rate spread$483 .36 %$477 .99 %
Noninterest bearing depositsNoninterest bearing deposits36,164 38,128 Noninterest bearing deposits30,254 39,811 
Other liabilitiesOther liabilities5,516 5,735 Other liabilities6,303 4,107 
Total equityTotal equity15,797 18,075 Total equity12,356 16,775 
Total liabilities and equityTotal liabilities and equity$173,665 $196,495 Total liabilities and equity$166,249 $183,861 
Net interest margin on average earning assetsNet interest margin on average earning assets1.32 %1.14 %Net interest margin on average earning assets1.28 %1.12 %
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Average BalanceInterestRateAverage BalanceInterestRate
 (dollars are in millions)
Assets:
Interest bearing deposits with banks$49,026 $122 .50 %$41,550 $22 .11 %
Federal funds sold and securities purchased under resale agreements2,882 15 1.05 14,371 11 .15 
Trading securities14,526 118 1.64 19,780 102 1.04 
Securities38,429 310 1.63 43,879 337 1.55 
Loans:
Commercial42,658 547 2.59 41,013 557 2.74 
Consumer:
Residential mortgages17,053 244 2.89 18,558 273 2.97 
Home equity mortgages428 6 2.83 694 2.62 
Credit cards250 10 8.07 942 42 8.99 
Other consumer182 6 6.65 289 11 7.68 
Total consumer17,913 266 2.99 20,483 335 3.30 
Total loans60,571 813 2.71 61,496 892 2.93 
Other2,314 17 1.48 2,774 13 .95 
Total interest earning assets$167,748 $1,395 1.68 %$183,850 $1,377 1.51 %
Allowance for credit losses(458)(894)
Cash and due from banks956 1,268 
Other assets10,489 13,562 
Total assets$178,735 $197,786 
Liabilities and Equity:
Domestic deposits:
Savings deposits$58,475 $61 .21 %$67,602 $59 .18 %
Time deposits9,165 64 1.41 15,222 58 .77 
Other interest bearing deposits20,310 60 .60 21,824 30 .28 
Foreign deposits6,187 6 .20 5,926 .03 
Deposits held for sale1,958 2 .21 1,394 .23 
Total interest bearing deposits96,095 193 .41 111,968 150 .27 
Short-term borrowings:
Securities sold under repurchase agreements2,242 9 .81 1,673 .12 
Commercial paper3,978 16 .81 3,048 .40 
Other short-term borrowings274 1 .74 246 1.64 
Total short-term borrowings6,494 26 .81 4,967 .37 
Long-term debt16,065 157 1.97 19,343 160 1.67 
Total interest bearing debt118,654 376 .64 136,278 319 .47 
Tax liabilities and other1,005 10 2.01 771 1.05 
Total interest bearing liabilities$119,659 $386 .65 %$137,049 $323 .48 %
Net interest income/Interest rate spread$1,009 1.03 %$1,054 1.03 %
Noninterest bearing deposits37,978 36,667 
Other liabilities4,815 5,930 
Total equity16,283 18,140 
Total liabilities and equity$178,735 $197,786 
Net interest margin on average earning assets1.21 %1.16 %
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Item 3.    Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk
Information required by this Item is included within Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations in the Risk Management section under the captions "Treasury Risk Management - Interest Rate Risk" and "Market Risk Management."

Item 4.    Controls and Procedures
Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures We maintain a system of disclosure controls and procedures designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed by HSBC USA in the reports we file or submit under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), is recorded, processed, summarized and reported on a timely basis. Our Board of Directors, operating through its Audit Committee, which is composed entirely of independent non-executive directors, provides oversight to our financial reporting process.
We conducted an evaluation, with the participation of the Chief Executive Officer ("CEO") and Chief Financial Officer ("CFO"), of the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) under the Exchange Act) as of the end of the period covered by this report. Based upon that evaluation, the CEO and CFO concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of the end of the period covered by this report so as to alert them in a timely fashion to material information required to be disclosed in reports we file under the Exchange Act.
Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting There has been no change in our internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the quarter ended June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.

PART II

Item 1. Legal Proceedings
See Note 20, "Litigation and Regulatory Matters," in the accompanying consolidated financial statements for our legal proceedings disclosure, which is incorporated herein by reference.

Item 5.    Other Information
Disclosures pursuant to Section 13(r) of the Securities Exchange Act Section 13(r) of the Securities Exchange Act requires each issuer registered with the SEC to disclose in its annual or quarterly reports whether it or any of its affiliates have knowingly engaged in specified activities or transactions with persons or entities targeted by U.S. sanctions programs relating to Iran, terrorism, or the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, even if those activities are not prohibited by U.S. law and are conducted outside the U.S. by non-U.S. affiliates in compliance with local laws and regulations.
To comply with this requirement, HSBC has requested relevant information from its affiliates globally. During the period covered by this Form 10-Q, HUSI did not engage in activities or transactions requiring disclosure pursuant to Section 13(r) other than those activities related to frozen accounts and transactions permitted under relevant U.S. sanctions programs described under "Frozen Accounts and Transactions" below. The following activities conducted by our affiliates are disclosed in response to Section 13(r):
Legacy contractual obligations related to guarantees Between 1996 and 2007, the HSBC Group provided guarantees to a number of its non-Iranian customers in Europe and the Middle East for various business activities in Iran. In a number of cases, the HSBC Group issued counter indemnities involving Iranian banks as the Iranian beneficiaries of the guarantees required that they be backed directly by Iranian banks. The Iranian banks to which the HSBC Group provided counter indemnities included Bank Tejarat, Bank Melli, and the Bank of Industry and Mine.
There was no measurable gross revenue in the secondfirst quarter of 20222023 under those guarantees and counter indemnities. The HSBC Group does not allocate direct costs to fees and commissions and, therefore, has not disclosed a separate net profit measure. The HSBC Group is seeking to cancel all relevant guarantees and counter indemnities, and does not currently intend to provide any new guarantees or counter indemnities involving Iran. No guarantees were cancelled in the secondfirst quarter of 2022,2023, and approximately 14 remain outstanding.
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Other relationships with Iranian banks Activity related to U.S.-sanctioned Iranian banks not covered elsewhere in this disclosure includes the matter described below.following:
The HSBC Group acts as the trustee and administrator for a pension scheme involving eight employees of a U.S.-sanctioned Iranian bank in Asia. Under the rules of this scheme, the HSBC Group accepts contributions from the Iranian bank each month and allocates the funds into the pension accounts of the Iranian bank’s employees. The HSBC Group runs and operates this pension scheme in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Estimated gross revenue, which includes fees and/or commissions, generated by this pension scheme during the secondfirst quarter of 2022,2023, was approximately $651.$545.
For the Iranian bank related-activity discussed above, the HSBC Group does not allocate direct costs to fees and commissions and, therefore, has not disclosed a separate net profit measure.
The HSBC Group has been holding a safe custody box for the Central Bank of Iran. For a number of years, the box has not been accessed by the Central Bank of Iran, and no fees have been charged to the Central Bank of Iran.
The HSBC Group currently intends to continue to wind down the above activities, to the extent legally permissible, and not enter into any new such activity.
Activity related to U.S. Executive Order 13224 The HSBC Group maintainedhas four individual customers in the Middle East that, during the first quarter of 2023, received bonus shares pursuant to legacy holdings in an account for an entity customer in Asia who was designated under Executive Order 13224 in the third quarter of 2021, and the account was restricted in the third quarter of 2021. The beneficial owner of the entity was also designated under Executive Order 13224 in the third quarter of 2021.2022. The HSBC Group engaged in one domestic transaction with the beneficial owner of the entity as part of the customer exit process.processed these corporate actions on its customers' investment accounts.
For these activities, there was no measurable gross revenue or net profit to the HSBC Group during the secondfirst quarter of 2022.2023.
Other activity The HSBC Group has aone non-Iranian insurance company customer in the Middle East that, during the secondfirst quarter of 2022,2023, made local currency domestic payments for the reimbursement of medical treatment to a hospital located outside Iran that is owned by the Government of Iran. The HSBC Group processed these payments from its customer to the hospital.
The HSBC Group has six customers in the Middle East that, during the second quarter of 2022, received local currency domestic checks from an insurance company outside Iran that is owned by the Government of Iran. The HSBC Group processed these checks from the insurance company to its customers.
The HSBC Group has twothree customers in Europe that, during the secondfirst quarter of 2022,2023, received local currency domestic payments from a bank owned by the Government of Iran in relation to management charges for property owned by the bank and training fees for staff at the bank. The HSBC Group processed these payments to its customers.
The HSBC Group had anhas one individual customer in Europe that, was employed as a director of a bank owned by the Government of Iran. The customer's account was closed and exited during the secondfirst quarter of 2022.2023, made local currency domestic payments to an Iranian embassy for visa applications. The HSBC Group engaged in local currency domestic transactions as part ofprocessed these payments from its customer to the exit process for its customer.Iranian embassy.
For these activities, there was no measurable gross revenue or net profit to the HSBC Group during the secondfirst quarter of 2022.2023.
Frozen accounts and transactions The HSBC Group and HSBC Bank USA (a subsidiary of HUSI) maintain several accounts that are frozen as a result of relevant sanctions programs, and safekeeping boxes and other similar custodial relationships, for which no activity, except as licensed or otherwise authorized, took place during the secondfirst quarter of 2022.2023. There was no measurable gross revenue or net profit to the HSBC Group during the secondfirst quarter of 20222023 relating to these frozen accounts.

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Item 6. Exhibits
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(1)Pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T, includes the following financial information included in our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2022,March 31, 2023, formatted in Inline eXtensible Business Reporting Language ("Inline XBRL"): (i) the Consolidated Statement of Income for the three and six months ended June 30,March 31, 2023 and 2022, and 2021, (ii) the Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income (Loss) for the three and six months ended June 30,March 31, 2023 and 2022, and 2021, (iii) the Consolidated Balance Sheet at June 30, 2022March 31, 2023 and December 31, 2021,2022, (iv) the Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity for the three and six months ended June 30,March 31, 2023 and 2022, and 2021, (v) the Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows for the sixthree months ended June 30,March 31, 2023 and 2022, and 2021, and (vi) the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.

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Signatures
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, HSBC USA Inc. has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
Date: August 1, 2022May 2, 2023
HSBC USA INC.
By:/s/ KAVITA MAHTANI
Kavita Mahtani
Senior Executive Vice President and
Chief Financial Officer

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