HSBC launches a $3bn buyback while Deutsche Bank beats on both the top and bottom line. Spain declares a state of emergency following a massive power outage with flights and other transport suspended and mobile and internet connections lost. Portugal was also hit by the blackout. Mark Carney and the Liberal Party are voted into power in Canada setting up a showdown with U.S. President Trump on trade tariffs and independence.  

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