Bank of Nova Scotia is trading at $94.89, up 4.66% in pre-market on October 2, after announcing an expansion of its share repurchase authorization. - The approved maximum increases from 15 million shares to 40 million. - The amendment takes effect October 6; the expanded authorization represents approximately 3.25% of shares outstanding. - The move follows a rebound after several declining closes; pre-market volume was not provided.