Group 1 - Olympus announced a global workforce reduction of approximately 2,000 employees, representing about 7% of its total workforce [2] - The layoffs are part of a restructuring plan that will begin in fiscal year 2026 and continue into fiscal year 2027 [2] - This significant reduction is expected to save approximately 24 billion yen (around 156 million USD) as part of the organizational restructuring [2] Group 2 - Olympus reported a 7.7% year-on-year revenue increase to 997.33 billion yen for fiscal year 2025, but net profit fell by 51.4% to only 117.85 billion yen [2] - The company forecasts a further 10.9% decline in net profit for fiscal year 2026, with revenue growth projected at just 0.2% [2] - Olympus has transitioned from consumer electronics to professional medical devices, having sold its camera business in 2020 [2] Group 3 - The company is focusing on local manufacturing preparations in China, with the first product, a depth-of-field endoscope, expected to launch soon in the Chinese market [2]

Core Viewpoint - HSBC's Chairman Mark Tucker has announced his intention to step down by the end of 2025, initiating the succession process for his replacement [1][2] Succession Planning - The Nomination and Corporate Governance Committee of HSBC's Board has begun the process of selecting a successor to Mark Tucker, led by Senior Independent Non-Executive Director, Sir John Bond [2] - Sir John Bond expressed gratitude for Tucker's contributions over the past eight years, highlighting his leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic and improvements in governance processes [2] Organizational Restructuring - HSBC Holdings, headquartered in London, operates in 58 countries and regions, with total assets of $30,540 billion as of March 31, 2025, making it one of the largest banking and financial services institutions globally [3] - The new CEO, Noel Quinn, appointed in July 2023, has initiated significant reforms, including simplifying the organizational structure into four core business segments to accelerate strategic implementation [3][4] - As of February 2024, HSBC has completed its organizational restructuring, focusing on four main business areas: Hong Kong, UK, Corporate and Institutional Banking, and International Wealth Management [3] Focus on China Market - HSBC remains optimistic about the long-term prospects of the Chinese market, having expanded its wealth management services to over 30 major cities [5] - The acquisition of Citigroup's personal wealth management business in China and the opening of a new office in Shenzhen, with an investment exceeding 4 billion RMB, are part of HSBC's strategy to enhance its presence in the region [6] - HSBC plans to invest over 3 billion RMB in China from 2020 to 2025, reinforcing its role as a bridge between domestic and international markets [6]