HSBC's profits decline 26% amid China losses, announces $3 billion buyback

TL;DR
HSBC's first-half profit fell 26% to $15.8 billion due to impairments from its stake in China's Bank of Communications and exposure to Hong Kong real estate, with the bank warning of potential future profit misses amid US trade tensions and ongoing restructuring efforts.
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