In BIG PICTURE NEWS, we look at some major K-drama, weak economic Aussie growth, troubles with UK data, ageing UK nuclear power plants getting their retirement extended and the rise of the crypto zoo. In TRADE & EMPLOYMENT TRENDS, China imposes sanctions and deepens relations with China while Berenberg puts a number on job losses. In FINANCIALS NEWS, BlackRock buys deeper into private capital and Mastercard reaches an agreement. In MISCELLANOUS NEWSTesla sales drop in China, Claridge's owner talks a good game, On The Beach has a stellar year and South Western gets closer to nationalisation. AND FINALLY I bring you a mega slab of chocolate cake!