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Manchester City went on to activate their buyback clause and matched Newcastle's offer for their former goalkeeper, who chose to return to Etihad Stadium.

Russ Mould, AJ Bell investment director, said the UK stock market had soured following the suggestion, with investors wondering "if the era of bumper profits, dividends and buybacks is now under threat".

Even before then, Paramount’s buying habits were constrained by its heavy debt and past penchant for share buybacks, making it difficult for them to invest deeply in new content.

“Many corporations have prioritized profit margins, stock buybacks and executive compensation over raising worker pay.”

The issue: Many gun control advocates support not only a ban on selling new assault weapons, but also a buyback program to remove from circulation millions that have already been sold.