# UBS UBS Group (XSWX:UBSG) is one of the clearest ways to add that kind of diversification.

*business · news · 2026-04-07 · The Motley Fool Canada*

## Key points

- Canadian equity portfolios hold about 50% domestic stocks despite Canada being only 2.6% of global markets.
- UBS may need to raise US$22 billion in additional CET1 capital due to tougher Swiss rules.
- UBS reported a 53% increase in 2025 net profit, reaching US$7.8 billion.
- HSBC aims to cut US$1.8 billion in costs by the end of 2026 under new CEO Georges Elhedery.
- HSBC's market value surpassed US$300 billion for the first time in January 2026.

**Companies:** UBS Group, HSBC Holdings
**Countries:** Canada, Switzerland, United Kingdom

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