CNBC reports that the fast-spreading coronavirus, which causes the disease COVID-19, has killed at least 42,081 people around the world.
Most of the deaths occurred in Europe: 12,428 people have died in Italy, 8,464 in Spain and 3,523 in France.
China recorded 3,309 deaths to-date, though some have raised questions about the accuracy of the reported numbers there.
HSBC and Standard Chartered shares in Hong Kong fell after both lenders canceled dividend payments at the request of the U.K. financial regulator in light of the coronavirus pandemic.
Global cases: More than 856,900
Global deaths: At least 42,081
Top 5 countries: United States (187,919), Italy (105,792), Spain (95,923), China (82,278), and Germany (71,808)