Banks Announce Divestitures, Appointments, Earnings Schedules, Cash Dividends, and New Advertising Campaigns - Research Report on HSBC, Deutsche Bank, Popular, First Republic Bank, and BBVA Group

NEW YORK, September 12, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

Editor Note: For more information about this release, please scroll to bottom.

Today, Investors' Reports announced new research reports highlighting HSBC Holdings plc (NYSE: HBC), Deutsche Bank AG (NYSE: DB), Popular, Inc. (NASDAQ: BPOP), First Republic Bank (NYSE: FRC), and Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, S.A. (NYSE: BBVA). Today's readers may access these reports free of charge - including full price targets, industry analysis and analyst ratings - via the links below.

HSBC Holdings plc Research Report

On August 22, 2013, Grupo Financiero HSBC, S.A. de C.V. (HSBC Mexico), an indirect subsidiary of HSBC Holdings plc (HSBC), announced that it has entered into an agreement to sell its bonding and surety business subsidiary, HSBC Fianzas, S.A., to Afianzadora Aserta, S.A. de C.V. In addition, HSBC Fianzas S.A. reported gross assets of approximately MXN544m ($41 million) at June 30, 2013. Subject to regulatory approvals, the transaction is expected to be completed in Q1 2014. As per the Company, this sale indicates further progress in the execution of HSBC Group's strategy. The Full Research Report on HSBC Holdings plc - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.InvestorsReports.com/report/2013-09-09/HBC]

--

Deutsche Bank AG Research Report

On September 3, 2013, Deutsche Asset & Wealth Management (DeAWM), the brand name for the Asset Management & Wealth Management-division of Deutsche Bank AG (DB) and its subsidiaries, announced that Matt Montana was appointed to the Company as the Managing Director and Head of Equity Trading, Americas. The Company informed that Montana is based in New York and reports to Joshua Friedberg, Head of Trading, Americas, and in his new role, Montana will manage all of DeAWM's equity trading business in the Americas. Commenting on the appointment, Friedberg said, "We continue to strengthen our trading team in parallel with the expansion of DeAWM's equity investment platform in the Americas. Matt has deep market knowledge from his background as a highly experienced trader and he will be an integral part of the team." The Full Research Report on Deutsche Bank AG - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.InvestorsReports.com/report/2013-09-09/DB]

--

Popular, Inc. Research Report

On September 3, 2013, Popular, Inc. (Popular) announced that it will release its financial results for Q3 2013, before market opens on October 23, 2013. The Company will host a conference call to review the financial results on the same day at 10:00 a.m. EST. Popular further informed that the call will be broadcast live over the Internet and can be accessed through the investor relations section of the Company's website. Popular will also archive a replay of the webcast at the Company's website. The Full Research Report on Popular, Inc. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.InvestorsReports.com/report/2013-09-09/BPOP]

--

First Republic Bank Research Report

On September 5, 2013, First Republic Bank (FRC) announced that it has declared cash dividends on all four outstanding series of its preferred stock. The quarterly cash dividends were as follows: $16.75 per share on its Noncumulative Perpetual Series A Preferred Stock; $15.50 per share on its Noncumulative Perpetual Series B Preferred Stock; $14.06 per share on its Noncumulative Perpetual Series C Preferred Stock; and $13.75 per share on its Noncumulative Perpetual Series D Preferred Stock. The Company informed that the dividends on all four series of its preferred stock will be payable on September 30, 2013, to shareholders of record as of September 19, 2013. The Full Research Report on First Republic Bank - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.InvestorsReports.com/report/2013-09-09/FRC]

--

Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, S.A. Research Report

On September 4, 2013, BBVA Group (BBVA) announced that it will release its first worldwide advertising campaign featuring four of its international brand ambassadors: NBA All-Stars Kevin Durant and James Harden, and Iker Casillas and Andrés Iniesta from La Liga BBVA, Spain's premier soccer league, later in September 2013. BBVA revealed a behind-the-scenes video made in July 2013 during the making of the commercial, which was shot in Madrid, Barcelona and Los Angeles. According to the Company, the new advertising campaign by BBVA, the "Bank of Sports," will be seen by millions of viewers all over BBVA's footprint in Spain, the United States, Latin America and Turkey, and brings together four of the most recognizable faces in two top global sports leagues, displaying their athletic prowess, and capitalizing on the bank's reputation as a technological innovator. Ignacio Moliner, Brand and Communications Manager for BBVA said that the advertising campaign will "reflect a powerful message related to new demands from our customers." The Full Research Report on Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, S.A. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.InvestorsReports.com/report/2013-09-09/BBVA]

----

EDITOR NOTES:

COMPLIANCE PROCEDURE

Content is researched, written and reviewed on a best-effort basis. This document, article or report is prepared and authored by Equity News Network. An outsourced research services provider has, through analysts, only reviewed the information provided by Equity News Network in this article or report according to the Procedures outlined by Equity News Network. Equity News Network is not entitled to veto or interfere in the application of such procedures by the outsourced provider to the articles, documents or reports, as the case may be.

NOT FINANCIAL ADVICE

Equity News Network makes no warranty, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy or completeness or fitness for a purpose (investment or otherwise), of the information provided in this document. This information is not to be construed as personal financial advice. Readers are encouraged to consult their personal financial advisor before making any decisions to buy, sell or hold any securities mentioned herein.

NO WARRANTY OR LIABILITY ASSUMED

Equity News Network is not responsible for any error which may be occasioned at the time of printing of this document or any error, mistake or shortcoming. No liability is accepted by Equity News Network whatsoever for any direct, indirect or consequential loss arising from the use of this document. Equity News Network expressly disclaims any fiduciary responsibility or liability for any consequences, financial or otherwise arising from any reliance placed on the information in this document. Equity News Network does not (1) guarantee the accuracy, timeliness, completeness or correct sequencing of the information, or (2) warrant any results from use of the information. The included information is subject to change without notice.

SOURCE Investors' Reports