"Key Insights for Friday's Stock Market Opening"

As the stock market closes out a disappointing September, investors are hopeful for a turnaround in October, historically a better month for the market. Wall Street professionals at CNBC's Delivering Alpha Investor Summit warned of potential cracks in the economy and stock market, while also highlighting investment opportunities. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is suing Tesla over allegations of racist harassment and retaliation against Black employees. GameStop's incoming CEO, Ryan Cohen, is calling for "extreme frugality" and eliminating waste at the company. The United Auto Workers union is expected to announce a third wave of strikes against Detroit automakers, unless significant progress is made in negotiations.