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Global bond yields rise to multi-year highs as inflation and fiscal concerns intensify

Global bond yields surged on Tuesday, with US, Japanese and German government borrowing costs hitting multi-year or multi-decade highs. Rising oil prices, inflation concerns, tighter Japanese monetary policy expectations and mounting fiscal pressures added to the bond market selloff, raising concerns over higher borrowing costs worldwide.

The Economic Times

Global Market: Japan’s 10-year JGB yield hits three-decade high on BOJ rate hike bets

Japan’s 10-year government bond yield climbed to its highest level since 1996, driven by rising global bond yields, renewed inflation concerns and growing expectations of a Bank of Japan rate hike as early as September. The move highlights increasing pressure on Japan’s bond market as investors reassess the outlook for…

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Global market: Japan Q2 GDP misses estimates, but BOJ rate hike bets remain intact

Japan’s second-quarter economic growth missed expectations as weaker household consumption and business investment offset resilient exports. Despite the softer GDP reading, economists expect the Bank of Japan to retain the option of another rate hike, although persistent weakness in domestic demand could encourage a more cautious approach.

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Global Market | Bank of Japan could raise rates in September, eye faster hikes: Reports

The Bank of Japan is contemplating a potential increase in interest rates, likely as soon as September. This decision stems from concerns regarding inflation driven by global factors and a depreciating yen. Policymakers may also expedite future rate hikes, indicating heightened apprehensions about inflation surpassing the central bank's targeted goals,…

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Japan's Former Currency Diplomat Says the Yen Is 'Clearly Too Weak,' Warns More Intervention From Tokyo and Washington Could Come 'at Any Time'

Japan and the U.S. could step in to support the yen again “at any time,” according to Mitsuhiro Furusawa, Tokyo’s former top currency diplomat, who also said the Bank of Japan should signal faster interest rate hikes to stem the currency’s decline.

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Yen's slide to weekly loss prompts bets for another intervention

The Japanese yen is facing its steepest drop in three months, prompting traders to expect more government action to support its value. Key to this situation is the Bank of Japan's position on interest rates, which directly impacts yen stability. Additionally, rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions in the Middle…

The Economic Times

Why the Aussie dollar is climbing back towards a 36-year high against the yen

The Australian dollar is once again climbing against the Japanese yen, back towards its highest level in decades. If you have an overseas holiday booked for Japan, you’re in luck. Your dollars will go significantly further.

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Global Market |Bank of Japan signals vigilance on Yen weakness, keeps door open for rate hikes

The Bank of Japan monitors yen weakness closely, with Governor Kazuo Ueda highlighting its impact on import costs and inflation. While short-term rates remain at 0.75%, currency movements increasingly influence price trends. Policymakers balance supporting economic recovery with managing inflation risks amid global uncertainties and sustained yen depreciation.

The Economic Times

Global Market: BOJ rate hike case strengthens as policymakers warn of rising inflation risks

The case for a Bank of Japan rate hike as soon as September has strengthened, with several policymakers signalling support for a faster pace of monetary tightening. Rising inflation risks, yen weakness and higher import costs are adding pressure on the central bank, while markets increasingly expect a rate increase…

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Global Market: Bessent's BOJ comments raise expectations of September rate hike, spark independence concerns

US Treasury Secretary's comments boost expectations for a Bank of Japan rate hike. Market watchers anticipate a potential increase at the September policy meeting. This follows a joint currency intervention aimed at supporting the Japanese yen. The Bank of Japan faces increasing pressure to tighten monetary policy. Future meetings will…

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Global Market: Japan's 10-year bond yield climbs after weak auction signals soft demand

Japan's 10-year government bond yield climbed after a weak debt auction signalled softer investor demand, reversing early gains in bond prices. Markets remain focused on Japan's fiscal outlook and expectations of further Bank of Japan policy tightening, with disappointing auction results adding to pressure on benchmark government bond yields.

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Global Market: US-Japan coordinated yen intervention raises pressure on bears, but BOJ policy holds the key

The first coordinated US-Japan yen-buying intervention in 15 years has triggered a sharp rebound in the Japanese currency, squeezing bearish positions. However, analysts believe lasting gains will depend on the Bank of Japan backing the move with interest rate hikes, as the US-Japan yield gap remains the key driver of…

The Economic Times

The U.S. Backs Japan's Yen After Decades. Here's What's Really at Stake for Investors.

The yen had been under intense pressure in recent weeks, falling as low as 163.73 against the dollar before recovering to around 157.57 after authorities stepped into the market.

International Business Times

Global Market: Japan, US confirm coordinated yen intervention to stem currency slide

Japan's finance ministry confirmed that Tokyo and Washington jointly intervened in currency markets to support the yen for the first time since 2011. The coordinated move underscores both governments' resolve to curb excessive currency volatility, though analysts remain cautious about its long-term impact.

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Asian shares revive as AI spending anxiety eases

RECAP: Asian markets rallied yesterday following gains on Wall Street, with South Korea's battered market making a ‌record comeback, stirring hopes that the recent selloff in AI-linked assets may be near an end.

The Economic Times

Global Market | A history of Japan's biggest interventions to support the yen

The Japanese yen recorded its strongest one-day gain against the U.S. dollar in nearly two years after suspected intervention by Japanese authorities. The move adds to a long history of currency market interventions, from the Plaza Accord to recent efforts to curb excessive yen volatility.

The Economic Times

Global Market: BOJ keeps rates unchanged, signals readiness for further hikes as yen remains under pressure

The Bank of Japan maintained its key interest rate at 1% on Friday. This decision followed government intervention to support the weakening Japanese yen. The central bank signaled potential future rate increases if inflation risks intensify. Its economic growth forecast for fiscal 2026 was upgraded in a quarterly report. Underlying…

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Global Market Today: Asian stocks rise on Korean rally, yen holds gains

Asian stocks advanced as chip shares revived artificial intelligence trade confidence. South Korea's Kospi Index surged over fourteen percent, rebounding strongly. Japan's shares also gained, lifting the regional MSCI Asia Pacific gauge. The yen held its gains after authorities intervened to support the nation's currency. Attention remains on the Bank…

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Perfect storm led by $100 oil batters shares

RECAP: Asian equity prices fell on Friday as world markets faced a perfect storm of $100 oil prices, resurgent Middle East fighting and worries about the AI investment boom.

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Stock Index Futures Gain as Oil Prices Retreat, U.S. PMI Data in Focus

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU26) are up +0.25%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU26) are up +0.14% this morning, finding some relief at the end of a wild week as oil prices and bond yields retreated.

The Economic Times

Global Market: Japan's core inflation picks up in June; BOJ rate outlook keeps markets on edge

Japan's core consumer inflation rose to 1.6% in June. This increase occurred while food prices eased and service inflation slowed. Underlying inflation, excluding food and fuel, also saw a slight decrease. Economists anticipate stronger inflationary pressures later this year due to rising energy costs. The Bank of Japan will consider…

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Global Market: US urges BOJ to keep raising rates, flags persistent yen weakness despite narrower yield gap

The US Treasury Department has urged the Bank of Japan to continue raising interest rates. This action aims to control inflation expectations and reduce excessive yen currency volatility. The yen has weakened significantly, reaching a 40-year low against the US dollar recently. Higher prices are impacting Japanese households' purchasing power…

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Japan's Nikkei rises as chip shares gain, BOJ's rate hike prospects weigh

Japan's Nikkei share average saw an increase on Thursday, driven by chip-related stocks. These gains were tempered by concerns over an early interest rate hike from the Bank of Japan. Advantest and Tokyo Electron shares experienced notable upward movement during the trading session. Conversely, retailers focused on domestic demand saw…

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Japan bond jitters overshadow Takaichi's first economic policy roadmap

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's economic blueprint promises increased investment in growth areas. Market concerns persist regarding potential government interference in monetary policy decisions. Bond yields have risen, reflecting worries about Japan's substantial national debt. The administration adjusted its blueprint language to clarify the Bank of Japan's policy-setting independence. This focus…

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Global Market: Japan's Takaichi unveils growth blueprint, reiterates investment push amid bond market concerns

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi unveiled her first economic blueprint, promising stronger investment in strategic industries while reaffirming the Bank of Japan's monetary policy independence. The plan comes as rising bond yields and investor concerns over fiscal spending and political influence on the BOJ keep markets on edge.

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