HSBC World Selection Funds*

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1 Important information: The Fund may invest in equities, and other asset classes, and may invest in other funds to achieve its investment objectives. The Fund is subject to the risk of investing in emerging markets. Non-investment grade and unrated are subject to additional risks and volatility. The Fund may gain exposure to hedge fund, absolute return strategy, private equity and real estate sectors, and may suffer substantial loss in such investments. The Fund may invest in other funds and need to bear the underlying funds fees and expenses on top of the Fund s own fees and expenses. Because the Fund s base currency, investments and classes may be denominated in different currencies, investors may be affected adversely by exchange controls and exchange rate fluctuations. There is no guarantee that the currency hedging strategy applied to the relevant classes will achieve its desired result. The Fund may invest in financial derivative instruments for investment purpose which may lead to higher volatility to its net asset value. The Fund may pay dividends out of capital or gross of expenses. Dividend is not guaranteed and may result in capital erosion and reduction in net asset value. The Fund s investments may involve substantial credit, currency, volatility, liquidity, interest rate, tax and political risks. Investors may suffer substantial loss of their investments in the Fund. Unit trusts are NOT equivalent to time deposits. Investors should not invest in the Fund solely based on the information provided in this document and should read the offering document of the Fund for details. HSBC World Selection Funds* One solution* delivers all: Global diversification, choice and confidence * The full name is HSBC Portfolios - World Selection 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. Consisting of 5 separate portfolios, each portfolio invests independently to achieve its set objectives.

2 Tips for building a successful investment portfolio How do I construct an investment portfolio that is right for me? There are many types of investments in the market. Which of them has the best historical performance? It is clear from historical data that no single asset class consistently outperforms year after year. Thus diversification across different asset classes is the key to managing risks and delivering more stable returns. The best performing asset class is not always the same each year. Best performing asset class in year % Worst performing asset class in year % Jan-Nov 2018 Cash Global government Global investment grade Global high yield Developed market equities Emerging market equities Property Asset-backed securities Emerging market debt Indices used: MSCI EM GR USD (Emerging Market Equities), MSCI World GR USD (Developed Market Equities), FTSE EPRA Nareit Developed TR USD (Property), ICE BofAML Gbl HY TR USD (Global High Yield Credit), JPM EMBI Global TR USD (Emerging market debt), ICE BofAML Global Corporate TR USD (Global Corporate Bonds), FTSE WGBI USD (Global Government Bonds), FTSE WBIG Coll ABS USD (Asset-backed securities), ICE LIBOR 3 Month USD (Cash) Source: HSBC Global Asset Management, Morningstar, data as at end of November All returns in USD. For illustrative purposes only, the line in the chart does not represent the composition of the Fund. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance. The views expressed were held at the time of preparation and are subject to change without notice. HSBC Global Asset Management (Hong Kong) Limited has based this document on information obtained from sources it reasonably believes to be reliable. However, HSBC Global Asset Management (Hong Kong) Limited does not warrant, guarantee or represent, expressly or by implication, the accuracy, validity or completeness of such information.

3 6 steps to construct your investment portfolio Determine how much risk you can take Set your goals Decide on your asset allocation Choose the specific investments Make the investments Manage the investments I am too busy and can t find the time to invest. More importantly, I know little about financial markets. It is difficult for me to keep a close eye on market movements. I once invested in stocks, but I started panicking when market conditions became difficult and sold my investments at the wrong time. Successful investing takes willingness, time, knowledge and discipline. If you are not confident doing this, consider placing your investments into the hands of professional managers.

4 A multi-asset strategy to back growth and get throug Investment theme #2 Diversify across geographies and asset classes to withstand a market sell-off Cash We find opportunities across roughly 85 different countries Canada USA Mexico UK Russia Germany South Korea France Switzerland China Spain Japan India Hong Kong Whe we invest opportu Brazil Australia Global fixed inco Investment theme #3 Favour markets which offer attractive prospective returns Governments Corporate Source: HSBC Global Asset Management, as of 30 November Any portfolio characteristics shown herein, including strategy and allocations among others, are for illustrative purposes only. The characteristics may differ by product, client mandate or hold these securities and the investment in these securities may be via other funds.

5 h market volatility Property Listed real estate Investment theme #1 Invest in equities to leverage potential global growth We look at over 35 different currencies re do find ment nities? Global equities $ We identify value in more than HKD 3,900 companies across different industries Telecom Services Utilities me Consumer Discretionary Materials Emerging market Energy High yield Asset-backed securities Health Care Industrials Financials Information Technology Consumer Staples market conditions. Information may be changed from time to time without notice. The data displayed above is shown on a look-through basis. This means that the fund may not directly

6 Diversify across asset classes, geographies and industries Pick one of 5 portfolios to match your risk profile 1 Choice Confidence solution 1 delivers all: Global diversification Dynamic approach to exploit m a r Why HSBC World Selection Funds 1 Strive to deliver opportunities k e t monthly distribution growth potential (Certain share classes of the portfolios aim to declare monthly distribution. But distribution is not guaranteed and may be paid out of capital) 2 Award winning portfolios 3 1 The full name is HSBC Portfolios - World Selection 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. Consisting of 5 separate portfolios, each portfolio invests independently to achieve its set objectives. 2 Only applicable to Class AM. Dividend is not guaranteed and may be paid out of capital which will result in capital erosion and reduction in net asset value. 3 Thomson Reuters Lipper Fund Awards Hong Kong, World Selection 3 (AC) awarded with Mixed Asset USD Bal Global 5 years. Based on calendar year performance in Benchmark Fund of the Year Awards 2018 Hong Kong, Word Selection 2 (AC) awarded with Outstanding Achiever Mixed Assets Conservative Allocation; Word Selection 5 (AC) awarded with Best in Class Mixed Assets Aggressive Allocation. Based on the performance as of 31 August Benchmark Fund of the Year Awards 2017 Hong Kong, Word Selection 1 (AC) awarded with Best in Class Cautious Allocation; Word Selection 5 (AC) awarded with Best in Class Aggressive Allocation. Based on the performance as of 31 August Source: HSBC Global Asset Management, as of 30 November 2018, NAV to NAV in USD with dividend reinvested. Calendar year performance of HSBC World Selection 1:- 2.7% (2018 YTD); 6.5% (2017); 4.4% (2016); -1.4% (2015); 5.7% (2014); 1.8% (2013). HSBC World Selection 2: 3.3% (2018 YTD); 9.7% (2017); 5.7% (2016); -1.8% (2015); 5.2% (2014); 4.8% (2013). HSBC World Selection 3: 4.1% (2018 YTD); 13.7% (2017); 6.5% (2016); -2.8% (2015); 4.0% (2014); 9.2% (2013). HSBC World Selection 5: 4.6% (2018 YTD); 19.9% (2017); 5.9% (2016); -4.2% (2015); 2.7% (2014); 17.5% (2013). This document is prepared for general information purposes only and does not have any regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation and the particular needs of any specific person who may receive it. Any views and opinions expressed are subject to change without notice. This document does not constitute an offering document and should not be construed as a recommendation, an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to purchase or subscribe to any investment. Any forecast, projection or target where provided is indicative only and is not guaranteed in any way. HSBC Global Asset Management (Hong Kong) Limited ( AMHK ) accepts no liability for any failure to meet such forecast, projection or target. AMHK has based this document on information obtained from sources it reasonably believes to be reliable. However, AMHK does not warrant, guarantee or represent, expressly or by implication, the accuracy, validity or completeness of such information. Investment involves risk. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. Please refer to the offering document for further details including the risk factors. This document has not been reviewed by the Securities and Futures Commission. Copyright HSBC Global Asset Management (Hong Kong) Limited All rights reserved. This document is issued by HSBC Global Asset Management (Hong Kong) Limited.