In BIG PICTURE NEWS,we see danger in India and Pakistan, Canada's next move, UK interest rate prospects and tariff impact whilst also considering Trump things and Musk things. In RETAIL & LEISURE NEWS, Amazon warns, e-tailers brace for the end of de minimis, Harrods gets hit, Shein gives up, luxury reacts, Airbnb sees rising revenues, Live Nation gets excited and Premier Inn sees a fall in bookings. In FINANCIALS NEWS, big investors use PE holdings as collateral, KKR has a 'mare, Lloyds Banking Group sees profits slide and Morgan Stanley looks to offer crypto trading. In MISCELLANEOUS NEWS, Apple beats forecasts, American consumers feel the pinch and UK mortgage lending hits a four-year high. AND FINALLY I bring you an expensive lunch...