In CONSUMER & RETAIL NEWS, UK consumer confidence rises, social spending shoots up and luxury sales are set to strengthen. In CAR-RELATED NEWS, Hyundai profits rocket, JLR and Renault complain of prolonged chip shortages, Intel isn't too positive about a quick solution and Bosch blasts fixation on EVs. In CORONAVIRUS WINNERS & LOSERS, winners include Mattel, Nespresso and Segro while Informa loses out. In INDIVIDUAL COMPANY NEWS, Apple boosts ad business, HBO Max beats Netflix and US airlines see a recovery. AND FINALLY, I thought I'd leave you with the most niche boy-band I've ever heard of...