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The Independent
6 days ago
- Business
- The Independent
High-street bank offering £500 gift card to new customers – see if you are eligible
HSBC UK is offering a "VIP shopping experience" at Selfridges stores to new Premier customers, intensifying competition among major banks to attract affluent clients. The promotion includes a £500 gift card and other perks for those who meet specific criteria, such as earning a salary of £100,000 or more. To qualify, customers must fully switch to the bank's Premier account using the Current Account Switch Service (Cass). HSBC relaunched its Premier account in February. The bank said the account gives qualifying customers access to new and enhanced benefits focused on key themes of wealth, international, travel and health. 'We have redesigned our Premier offering to ensure our perks and benefits echo what our customers want from a premium bank account, all still without a monthly fee,' Sabine Fichaux, head of customer propositions at HSBC UK, said. The 'limited time' switching offer excludes existing HSBC and First Direct current account customers and is available to UK residents only. Full switches using Cass must be completed by 12 August, 2025. Eligible customers will be sent an email on or after 9 November, 2025 to claim their gift card. Last week, Lloyds Bank launched an account aimed at people with income or assets of more than £100,000. Lloyds' offer of an account combining financial perks with 'premium lifestyle services' is part of its moves to grow its presence in this part of the market. The Lloyds Premier account offers GP and wellbeing services, lifestyle benefits, travel perks, cashback, discounted mortgage rates and appointments with financial coaches, among its benefits. The account will also offer customers 'ready-made investment portfolios with zero management fees for the first year'. The deal also offers a 'Premier planning hub' within the mobile app, offering tools such as a 'net worth calculator' and 'wealth forecasting'. People can also access other perks such as fee-free spending abroad on debit cards, and cinema tickets.
The Independent
7 days ago
- Business
- The Independent
Major bank moves to attract rich customers with ‘VIP experience'
HSBC UK is offering a "VIP shopping experience" at Selfridges stores to new Premier customers, intensifying competition among major banks to attract affluent clients. The promotion includes a £500 gift card and other perks for those who meet specific criteria, such as earning a salary of £100,000 or more. To qualify, customers must fully switch to the bank's Premier account using the Current Account Switch Service (Cass). HSBC relaunched its Premier account in February. The bank said the account gives qualifying customers access to new and enhanced benefits focused on key themes of wealth, international, travel and health. 'We have redesigned our Premier offering to ensure our perks and benefits echo what our customers want from a premium bank account, all still without a monthly fee,' Sabine Fichaux, head of customer propositions at HSBC UK, said. The 'limited time' switching offer excludes existing HSBC and First Direct current account customers and is available to UK residents only. Full switches using Cass must be completed by 12 August, 2025. Eligible customers will be sent an email on or after 9 November, 2025 to claim their gift card. Last week, Lloyds Bank launched an account aimed at people with income or assets of more than £100,000. Lloyds' offer of an account combining financial perks with 'premium lifestyle services' is part of its moves to grow its presence in this part of the market. The Lloyds Premier account offers GP and wellbeing services, lifestyle benefits, travel perks, cashback, discounted mortgage rates and appointments with financial coaches, among its benefits. The account will also offer customers 'ready-made investment portfolios with zero management fees for the first year'. The deal also offers a 'Premier planning hub' within the mobile app, offering tools such as a 'net worth calculator' and 'wealth forecasting'. People can also access other perks such as fee-free spending abroad on debit cards, and cinema tickets.
Scotsman
28-05-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
HSBC UK: firm offering £500 Selfridges spending spree
Luxury perks, no monthly fee, and a serious upgrade to your shopping game 🛍️ Sign up to the weekly Cost Of Living newsletter. Saving tips, deals and money hacks. Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... HSBC is offering new Premier customers a £500 Selfridges gift card and VIP perks The deal is aimed at UK residents earning over £100,000 a year Customers must fully switch accounts using CASS by August 12, 2025 The offer excludes existing HSBC and First Direct account holders Lloyds Bank has also launched a rival Premier account targeting wealthy clients Two of the UK's biggest banks have unveiled perks aimed at winning over customers, with one worth more than £500 that includes a 'VIP shopping experience at Selfridge's'. HSBC has launched the headline-grabbing incentive for new Premier account holders, which includes a £500 gift card that can be spent at Selfridges stores nationwide, as well as exclusive in-store perks. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The promotion is designed to appeal to customers earning over £100,000 and is available only to those who complete a full account switch via the Current Account Switch Service (CASS) by August 12, 2025. (Photo:) | Getty Images The offer, which excludes existing HSBC and First Direct customers, is part of a broader refresh of HSBC's Premier account, relaunched in February. The bank says it now includes enhanced benefits across wealth management, international banking, travel, and health — all with no monthly fee. 'We have redesigned our Premier offering to ensure our perks and benefits echo what our customers want from a premium bank account, all still without a monthly fee,' said Sabine Fichaux, head of customer propositions at HSBC UK. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Eligible customers will receive an email on or after November 9, 2025, with instructions on how to claim their Selfridges gift card. HSBC's incentive comes hot the heels of a similar Premier account launched by Lloyds Bank last week, and targets those with income or assets over £100,000. Its package combines financial advantages with 'premium lifestyle services,' including GP and wellbeing access, travel perks, cashback, discounted mortgage rates, and financial coaching. Are you struggling to make ends meet as costs continue to rise? You can now send your stories to us online via YourWorld at It's free to use and, once checked, your story will appear on our website and, space allowing, in our newspapers.
Scotsman
28-05-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
HSBC UK: firm offering £500 Selfridges spending spree
Luxury perks, no monthly fee, and a serious upgrade to your shopping game 🛍️ Sign up to the weekly Cost Of Living newsletter. Saving tips, deals and money hacks. Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... HSBC is offering new Premier customers a £500 Selfridges gift card and VIP perks The deal is aimed at UK residents earning over £100,000 a year Customers must fully switch accounts using CASS by August 12, 2025 The offer excludes existing HSBC and First Direct account holders Lloyds Bank has also launched a rival Premier account targeting wealthy clients Two of the UK's biggest banks have unveiled perks aimed at winning over customers, with one worth more than £500 that includes a 'VIP shopping experience at Selfridge's'. HSBC has launched the headline-grabbing incentive for new Premier account holders, which includes a £500 gift card that can be spent at Selfridges stores nationwide, as well as exclusive in-store perks. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The promotion is designed to appeal to customers earning over £100,000 and is available only to those who complete a full account switch via the Current Account Switch Service (CASS) by August 12, 2025. (Photo:) | Getty Images The offer, which excludes existing HSBC and First Direct customers, is part of a broader refresh of HSBC's Premier account, relaunched in February. The bank says it now includes enhanced benefits across wealth management, international banking, travel, and health — all with no monthly fee. 'We have redesigned our Premier offering to ensure our perks and benefits echo what our customers want from a premium bank account, all still without a monthly fee,' said Sabine Fichaux, head of customer propositions at HSBC UK. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Eligible customers will receive an email on or after November 9, 2025, with instructions on how to claim their Selfridges gift card. HSBC's incentive comes hot the heels of a similar Premier account launched by Lloyds Bank last week, and targets those with income or assets over £100,000. Its package combines financial advantages with 'premium lifestyle services,' including GP and wellbeing access, travel perks, cashback, discounted mortgage rates, and financial coaching.
The Independent
28-05-2025
- Business
- The Independent
HSBC UK offers ‘VIP experience' incentive worth over £500 for affluent customers
Competition between major banks to attract affluent customers has intensified, with HSBC UK launching a switching incentive for new Premier customers. The promotion rewards new customers with a 'VIP shopping experience' at Selfridges stores nationwide, including a £500 gift card and other perks. It is available for customers who meet qualifying criteria, including having a £100,000-plus salary and completing a full switch to the bank's Premier account through the Current Account Switch Service (Cass). HSBC relaunched its Premier account in February. The bank said the account gives qualifying customers access to new and enhanced benefits focused on key themes of wealth, international, travel and health. Sabine Fichaux, head of customer propositions at HSBC UK, said: 'We have redesigned our Premier offering to ensure our perks and benefits echo what our customers want from a premium bank account, all still without a monthly fee.' The 'limited time' switching offer excludes existing HSBC and First Direct current account customers and is available to UK residents only. Full switches using Cass must be completed by August 12 2025. Eligible customers will be sent an email on or after November 9 2025 to claim their gift card. Last week, Lloyds Bank launched an account aimed at people with income or assets of more than £100,000. Lloyds' offer of an account combining financial perks with 'premium lifestyle services' is part of its moves to grow its presence in this part of the market. The Lloyds Premier account offers GP and wellbeing services, lifestyle benefits, travel perks, cashback, discounted mortgage rates and appointments with financial coaches, among its benefits.
