Chrysler, Nissan Top Auto Sales as GM Falls Short

The transcript covers various topics including automotive sales where Fiat, Chrysler, and Nissan showed growth, while General Motors and Ford had mixed results. It also discusses the investigation into Richard Branson's spaceship crash, highlighting that a lever was pulled early causing the accident. HSBC's financial performance is reviewed, noting a missed profit estimate and a billion-dollar provision for currency rigging allegations. Finally, it touches on the US political scene, predicting a Republican gain in the Senate during the upcoming midterm elections.

What financial challenges did HSBC face in the third quarter?

What is the expected outcome of the midterm elections regarding the Senate?