Mann, a member of the Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee, said H2 data will be particularly important to him.

Bank of England MPC member Mann said short- and long-term expectations remain elevated.

China Eastern and subsidiary Shanghai Airlines said from July 3, 2026 all in-flight Wi‑Fi on their widebody aircraft will be free. Super Economy and Economy passengers will receive standard-tier data; Business and First passengers will receive high-speed tier. The carrier had previously waived charges on domestic widebody routes and some international routes; the new policy extends free access to all domestic and international widebody flights.