Key Takeaways HSBC aims $1.5B in savings by 2026 as it exits non-core markets and pivots toward Asia and the Middle East.Barclays divested Entercard and German units as part of its core business simplification.HSBC's earnings are seen rising 3.3% in 2026, while BCS reflects 21.3% growth, with solid recent stock gains.HSBC Holdings PLC (HSBC) and Barclays PLC (BCS) are two global banks based in London that have been restructuring their businesses to improve operating efficiency and focus on core operations.B ...