Standard Chartered's First-Half Profit Rises 9% to US$4.78 Billion

Standard Chartered reported a 9% increase in first-half pretax profit for 2026, reaching US$4.78 billion. The growth was driven by strong performance in wealth management, markets, and global banking operations. The results were announced on July 29, 2026, from Hong Kong and London. The bank's performance reflects resilience in its core business segments amid global economic conditions.

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Standard Chartered's First-Half Profit Rises 9% to US$4.78 BillionThe Business TimesWesternJul 29, 04:30 AM UTC

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