HSBC is considering leaving its iconic Canary Wharf headquarters when its lease expires in early-2027.

The bank is carrying out a review of "the best future location in London" for its global headquarters, according to an internal memo seen by Financial News.

HSBC's options include either renovating its current building or moving elsewhere in the UK's capital.

The review comes as the bank aims to create a more flexible workspace in line with plans to cut 40 per cent of its office space following the pandemic.

HSBC first moved into the 45-story 8 Canada Square building in 2002.

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