In MACRO, MARKETS & CRYPTO NEWS, the ECB cuts rates, South Africa turmoil continues, UK growth forecasts are upgraded but issues persist, the LSE wants a screen, Shein's IPO faces scepticism (as does the Texas stock exchange) and Robinhood buys Bitstamp. In ENERGY NEWS, British energy faces hurdles and the US increases battery usage. In BUSINESS & CONSUMER TRENDS NEWS, private equity warns of lower returns, construction expands, UK rental growth slows while wages and price growth are expected to lose momentum. In MISCELLANEOUS NEWS, Mike Lynch is cleared and Big Tech gets investigated. AND FINALLY, I bring you the most amazing cake I have ever seen...