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Global Market: Japan’s Nikkei flat as investors await Fed, BOJ decisions

Japan’s Nikkei was largely flat on Wednesday as investors stayed cautious ahead of interest-rate decisions from the US Federal Reserve and Bank of Japan. Weakness in chip stocks offset gains in energy and trading shares, while the broader Topix outperformed.

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Global Market: Bank of Japan poised for rate hike as oil prices fuel inflation

The Bank of Japan is expected to raise its policy rate by 25 basis points to a 31-year high of 1.25% as rising oil and import costs intensify inflation risks. Investors will watch Governor Kazuo Ueda’s guidance for signals on further monetary tightening.

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Global Market: Japan inflation risks put BOJ rate path in focus

Japan’s inflation outlook is becoming increasingly sensitive to import costs, yen movements and supply shocks, raising concerns at the Bank of Japan. Policymakers are assessing whether these pressures could become persistent and influence inflation expectations, as the central bank weighs further rate hikes amid changing domestic and global economic conditions.

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Surging inflation puts interest rates back in focus as policymakers meet in Japan, US and UK

Iran war and turbulent global bond markets add to pressure as rate decisions loom this week in major western economies

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5 world market themes for the week ahead

With the Federal Reserve and the Bank of Japan set to make pivotal interest rate decisions against a backdrop of escalating energy prices, global financial markets brace for change. Meanwhile, BRICS leaders convene in India to explore the integration of central bank digital currencies for seamless payments. In Sweden, the…

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Bessent dares traders to bet against Yen: ‘I am the house now’

In a provocative statement, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has urged traders to reassess their approach to the Japanese yen, indicating that he has keen foresight regarding future directives from Japanese policymakers. His recent actions marked the first yen acquisitions by U.S. authorities in three decades, along with unexpected plans to…

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Treasury Unveils $6B in Bond Buybacks as Bessent Warns 'I Am the House' on Yen Intervention. Here's How Markets Are Reacting.

Secretary Bessent’s activist approach to markets gets mixed reviews on Wall Street.

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Global Market: Yen carry trade under pressure as currency surge raises unwind fears

Japan's yen has reached a seven-month high, impacting global financial markets. Investors are reassessing the yen carry trade strategy due to potential Bank of Japan rate increases. This strategy involves borrowing yen at low rates for higher-yield investments elsewhere. Annualized returns on dollar-yen trades have decreased significantly from previous years.…

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The yen's sudden surge upsets the carry trade faithful

The Japanese yen is experiencing a significant rally as anticipation grows for an interest rate hike from the Bank of Japan. This rapid rise is causing turmoil in the once lucrative yen carry trade, prompting investors to reevaluate their currency strategies. With cross-border yen loans hitting all-time highs, traders are…

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Global Market: Japan stocks mixed as strong data boosts rate-hike bets

Japanese shares were largely steady as investors balanced stronger domestic economic data against a firmer yen and expectations of a Bank of Japan rate hike. The Nikkei 225 edged higher, while Topix declined. Energy stocks gained, but transportation shares lagged. Markets remained cautious, with attention focused on yen movements and…

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Yen headed for strongest week in a month, dollar flat ahead of payroll data

This week, the Japanese yen appreciated considerably against the US dollar, as traders are anticipating a potential interest rate hike from the Bank of Japan. Meanwhile, the broader currency markets are gearing up for important US payroll data releases. Federal Reserve officials suggested that if inflation eases, there may be…

The Economic Times

Yen soars as Bank of Japan tipped to raise interest rates

Jump lifts currency to highest level against dollar in a month, while global markets remain jittery

The Guardian - UK

Global Market: Japanese bond yields rise as BOJ hawkish signals fuel rate-hike bets

Japanese government bonds extended their selloff on Wednesday as hawkish signals from the Bank of Japan strengthened expectations of a near-term rate hike. The five-year JGB yield hit a record 2.295%, while the 10-year yield rose to 3.01%, as investors also weighed rising global yields, higher government borrowing and fiscal…

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Global Market: BOJ’s Ueda signals fresh rate hike discussion at September meeting

The Bank of Japan is set to debate a September rate hike as Governor Kazuo Ueda signals that policymakers will closely assess rising inflation risks, the weak yen and global economic conditions. Markets are increasingly pricing in a rate increase, with Japanese bond yields climbing to multi-decade highs.

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UK long-term borrowing costs could halve chancellor’s budget headroom

Yield on 30-year gilts highest since 1998 as rout triggered by global factors underlines tricky backdrop John Healey faces

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Japan's 10-year yield hits 3%, a first since 1996 as rate hikes dominate the G20

Japan's 10-year government bond yield touched 3% on Tuesday for the first time since 1996, part of a deepening global sovereign debt sell-off, while US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent used the G20 finance meeting to press Tokyo for faster rate hikes.

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Yen hangs near 160 amid BOJ rate-hike bets, dollar wobbles

The yen stabilized near 160 against the dollar on Tuesday. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urged the Bank of Japan to raise rates. Currency markets watched renewed Middle East conflict and rising oil prices. Traders anticipate a potential Federal Reserve rate hike in September. Investor attention focuses on upcoming economic…

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Global Market: Japanese bond yields rise as weak auction, inflation concerns weigh

Japanese government bond yields climbed, with the five-year yield hitting a record high after weak demand at a two-year auction added to selling pressure. Persistent inflation and rising energy prices also strengthened expectations of further Bank of Japan rate hikes, while investors awaited the Federal Reserve’s policy signals.

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Global Market: Tokyo core inflation accelerates, strengthening case for September BOJ rate hike

Tokyo’s core inflation accelerated for a third straight month in August, strengthening expectations that the Bank of Japan could raise interest rates in September. Core CPI rose 1.8% year-on-year, slightly above forecasts, while a measure excluding fresh food and fuel climbed to 2%, adding to rate-hike pressure.

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Settling Stock Trades Takes Two Days In Japan. Blockchain Could Make The Process Almost Instant.

The Bank of Japan, Finance Ministry and financial regulator are expected to help develop a plan as early as 2027.

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Dollar near eight-day high as US data lifts Fed hike bets

The dollar showed a minor uptick following U.S. inflation figures that aligned with forecasts for an impending Federal Reserve rate increase. Investors are now keenly awaiting remarks from central banking officials at the Jackson Hole symposium later today. Additionally, insights from the Bank of Japan could signal potential shifts in…

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Japanese bond funds see record inflows as rising yields attract global investors

Foreign investors are showing significant interest in Japanese government bonds this year on the back of rising yields. Record inflows into Japanese bond funds highlight this growing investor appetite. European investors, in particular, are increasing their allocations to these bonds.

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AI is keeping Asia afloat as inflation weighs it down: Moody’s Analytics

In the Asia-Pacific landscape, economies are diverging with AI-driven export demand providing a silver lining. Nonetheless, domestic consumption and business activities are hindered by inflation and soaring interest rates. India continues to shine as a key player but is not immune to the threats posed by rising oil costs and…

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Global Markets | Japan's Nikkei weighed down by AI stocks ahead of Nvidia earnings

The Nikkei share average in Japan experienced a downturn as stocks related to artificial intelligence faced mounting pressure due to inflation concerns and geopolitical uncertainties in the Middle East. While chip-making firms such as Tokyo Electron reported gains, other AI companies struggled. Anticipation builds around potential interest rate hikes from…

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Scott Bessent and the bond market: a pointless intervention

The Treasury Secretary might win points with his boss, President Trump,but he will earn no points from the bond vigilantes.

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