HSBC raises its S&P500 year-end target to 7650 (prev. 7500)

HSBC's upward revision of its S&P 500 year-end target signals growing confidence in the market's trajectory, suggesting stronger corporate earnings or improved economic conditions ahead.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 11 May 2026, 09:22 UTCOn the live feed at 09:02 UTC — 3 more headlines followed before this page went public

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UK PM Starmer says local election results were "very tough"; reiterates he takes responsibility for election loss; reiterates he will not step down

09:07

Semafor reports that lawmakers are considering a potential congressional authorisation for military action if the US-Iran ceasefire ends

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HSBC raises its S&P500 year-end target to 7650 (prev. 7500)

09:01

US President Trump is reportedly growing impatience with the Cuban regime's resilience to US pressure, NBC reports citing officials

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HSBC lifts its end-2026 S&P 500 target to 7650 (prev. 7500)

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This adjustment could imply a bullish sentiment among investors, potentially influencing trading strategies and leading to increased allocation towards US equities, especially if it aligns with or supports other positive indicators.

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