Turkish Defense Ministry: The defense ministers of Turkey and Iraq discussed possible joint operations involving counterterrorism and border security.

Andy Challenger, senior vice president of employment data company Challenger: As we enter the fourth quarter, employers are grappling with inflation, interest rate increases, labor issues and consumer demand.

The monthly layoff rate of challenger companies in the United States in September was -36.85%, compared with the previous value of 217.13%.

The annual layoff rate of challenger companies in the United States was 58.2% in September, compared with the previous value of 266.90%.

Three-month nickel prices on the London Metal Exchange (LME) fell to $18,550 per metric ton, their lowest level since July 2022.

European Council President Michel: We are confident that EU member states will soon decide to provide more assistance to Ukraine.

European Council President Michel: The requirement to include new member states in 2030 is ambitious but feasible.

Ukrainian President Zelensky: Still confident in U.S. support.

Vale CEO of Brazil: The company has enough projects to achieve growth without the need for mergers and acquisitions.

Reuters poll: The Mexican peso will appreciate 0.3% in 12 months to reach 18.00 pesos per dollar (September survey: 17.84). The Brazilian real is set to appreciate by 3.4% in 12 months to reach 5.00 per dollar (versus 5.03 in September survey).

Spanish government source: Spain supplies air defense and counter-drone systems to Ukraine.

According to Handelsblatt: Negotiations between Ford and investors at its Saarlouis plant have failed.

Brent crude oil fell 2% on the day and is now trading at $83.89 per barrel.

VinFast (VFS.O) rose more than 2% in pre-market trading after reporting third-quarter deliveries.

Market News: The Italian Parliament approved the relaxation of the windfall profits tax on banks.

VinFast (VFS.O): Plans to build a production facility in India worth $150 million to $200 million.

VinFast (VFS.O): Deliveries in the third quarter were 10,027 vehicles. Net loss in the third quarter was $622.9 million.