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International shares

Tap into global growth potential and diversify your portfolio by investing in renowned and innovative companies in more than 30 markets around the globe.

Take advantage of global opportunities any time, anywhere

When you trade international shares with HSBC, you're opening up thousands of opportunities to invest around the world. Get access to 80 exchanges in over 30 markets, including the New York Stock Exchange and the Nasdaq (USA), the London Stock Exchange (UK) and the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. 

Why invest in international shares with HSBC?

Competitive brokerage fees

Invest in leading companies in the US from as little as USD10, in Europe from EUR8.95 and in Hong Kong from HKD88.

Diversify your portfolio

Invest in the best companies from 30 markets and 80 exchanges, including the NYSE, Nasdaq, LSE and HKEX. Build a portfolio that aligns to your global investment goals.

Multiple currencies in one account

You can hold up to 5 currencies in your HSBC WorldTrader account (AUD, EUR, GBP, HKD and USD).

A wealth of investment expertise

For over 160 years, we've been helping people like you grow your wealth.

Understanding risk in shares

While international shares can reduce your reliance on a single market, they also introduce additional layers of risk beyond those of domestic investing. 

Key risks of international investing include:

  • Currency risk: The value of your investment is not only affected by the share's price but also by changes in the exchange rate. If the Australian dollar strengthens against the foreign currency your share is held in, the value of your returns could decrease.
  • Country and political risk: The political stability, economic conditions and regulatory environment of a company's home country can significantly impact its value. Unforeseen events in foreign markets can introduce volatility not typically seen in Australia.
  • Regulatory differences: Companies in other countries operate under different legal accounting standards which can make it more challenging to assess their financial health and prospects compared to Australian companies.

Because of these complexities, investing in international shares generally requires a higher risk tolerance and can benefit from a long-term investment horizon to weather potential market volatility and currency movements.

Open an HSBC WorldTrader account

Find out more about HSBC WorldTrader

Access thousands of opportunities in more asset classes in more markets, and enjoy competitive brokerage fees. It’s simple and secure – great for established investors or those looking to invest overseas.

Already an HSBC customer?

If you meet the eligibility criteria, you can apply for HSBC WorldTrader via the HSBC Australia Mobile Banking app.

For details on how to do this, see Getting started with WorldTrader.

Scan the QR code to apply.

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Important information 

The information on this website is intended to provide general information of an educational nature only. This information should not be relied upon as financial product advice as it does not take into account your individual objectives, financial situation or needs. You should consider the appropriateness of the information to your own circumstances and seek independent legal and financial advice prior to making any investment choice. There are risks associated with any investment and this document is not intended to list all of them in respect to any particular investment opportunity. Prices, levels and indications contained in this document are illustrative only and may not represent future performance. HSBC does not warrant or represent the performance of any investment opportunity.