HSBC launches a new $3bn share buy-back programme after posting Q3 profits of $7.7bn. The S&P 500 closed last week in correction territory, All three major U.S. indices are set for their third consecutive week in the red. Investors now await rate decisions from the Fed, BoJ and the BoE. Israel expands military manoeuvres in northern Gaza while thousands break in to a UN aid warehouse. In autos news, the UAW agrees to a pay deal with Stellantis and also approves a tentative deal with Ford regarding a 30% wage increase for full-time workers.

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