Core Viewpoint - Standard Chartered Group's stock rose over 4% in the afternoon, with a current increase of 3.19% to HKD 152.2, amid expectations of positive quarterly earnings [1] Financial Performance - The board meeting to approve quarterly results is scheduled for October 30 [1] - Goldman Sachs forecasts an adjusted pre-tax profit of USD 1.9 billion for Q3, representing a 6% year-on-year increase, which is 12% higher than market expectations [1] - The growth is primarily driven by an increase in non-interest income and a decrease in costs [1] - Q3 adjusted revenue is expected to grow by 3% to USD 5.04 billion, compared to a 7% growth in the first half of the year [1] Market Sentiment - On October 17, Standard Chartered's stock fell by 5.1%, attributed to investor risk aversion due to U.S. credit risk events [1] - JPMorgan noted that Standard Chartered has limited direct exposure to the U.S. market and has strengthened risk management measures, leading to reduced risk exposure [1] - Financial market volatility may positively impact Standard Chartered's market income in Q4 [1]