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BoJ has room to accelerate rate hikes as inflation pressures build: Report

Japan is witnessing a surge in underlying inflation, driven by escalating producer prices and wage growth. While government subsidies are currently easing the consumer burden from rising energy costs, inflation expectations continue to climb, indicating a potential wage-price spiral. Analysts predict that the Bank of Japan could implement a twenty-five…

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Global Market: Nikkei gains as investors snap up gaming, pharma stocks

Japan’s Nikkei edged higher as investors bought beaten-down gaming and pharmaceutical shares, while falling crude oil prices supported sentiment. Gains remained limited as chip stocks fell and investors awaited the Bank of Japan’s policy decision.

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Hawkish Fed lifts dollar to 7-week high as focus turn to BOJ

In a remarkable shift, the dollar has climbed to its highest point in seven weeks after the Federal Reserve's decision to elevate interest rates and hint at more hikes. Investors are now keenly watching the forthcoming decisions from the Bank of England and the Bank of Japan. The surge in…

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Dollar steady, yen near 7-month high ahead of Fed, BOJ meetings

The dollar maintained its stability as the yen approached a peak not seen in seven months this week. With key policymakers weighing potential interest rate hikes from both the Federal Reserve and the Bank of Japan, investors are keenly watching for a possible rate increase following the latest consumer price…

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Global Market: Japanese bond yields rise as oil surge, hawkish BOJ remarks lift rate hike bets

Japanese government bond yields rose as oil prices climbed amid Middle East tensions, while hawkish comments from a Bank of Japan official strengthened expectations of further rate hikes, adding pressure on bonds across maturities.

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Global Market: Yen rally threatens to unravel lucrative carry trade ahead of BOJ rate decision

The Japanese yen has surged ahead of an expected Bank of Japan rate hike next week, disrupting the long-standing yen carry trade and prompting investors to unwind bearish yen positions. The yen strengthened to 152.89 per dollar, while markets now price a 97% probability of a 25-basis-point BOJ hike to…

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Global Market: Japan GDP revision signals resilience as markets brace for BOJ policy move

apan’s Q2 GDP grew at an annualised 1.4%, beating the initial 1.1% estimate but missing forecasts. The revision reflected a smaller decline in business investment, while consumption remained unchanged. Stronger real wage growth and resilient corporate spending may reinforce expectations of a Bank of Japan rate hike to 1.25% next…

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Global Market: Japanese bond yields rise as BOJ rate hike bets keep markets on edge

Japan’s government bond yields rose on Monday as investors turned cautious ahead of the five-year JGB auction and reassessed expectations for further Bank of Japan rate hikes. Super-long yields rebounded after last week’s sharp decline, while markets continued to price in a 25-basis-point BOJ rate hike next week and another…

The Economic Times

Global Market Today: Asian stocks open higher, oil rises after attacks

Asian stock markets saw gains thanks to a rise in US technology stocks on Friday. Oil prices also increased following tanker attacks between Iran and the US in the Strait of Hormuz. Investors are now keenly awaiting US inflation data that will influence Federal Reserve interest rate policies. Meanwhile, the…

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Global Market: JGB yields extend fall as stronger yen, hawkish BOJ outlook lift sentiment

Japanese government bond yields extended their decline on Friday as a stronger yen and expectations of a hawkish Bank of Japan stance lifted sentiment. The benchmark 10-year JGB yield fell 5.5 basis points to 2.91%. Shifting US rate expectations also weighed on Treasury yields and supported the yen.

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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

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Global Market: Japan’s 3% bond yield barrier signals shift in global debt flows

Japan’s 10-year government bond yield crossing 3% is making domestic fixed-income assets increasingly attractive, raising concerns that Japanese institutional investors could reduce their overseas bond exposure.

The Economic Times

Dollar near two-week high as Warsh boosts rate-hike bets; yen slips past 160

On Monday, the dollar maintained its strength close to a two-week peak, fueled by expectations of a rate hike in September following assertive comments from the Fed. Meanwhile, the yen fell past the crucial 160-per-dollar threshold, raising concerns about possible intervention. As investors await key U.S. economic reports and discussions…

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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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Global Market: Ueda’s Jackson Hole absence puts focus on BOJ’s September rate decision

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda’s absence from the Jackson Hole meeting has shifted attention to BOJ board member Naoki Tamura and Deputy Governor Ryozo Himino for clues on monetary policy. Markets are increasingly pricing in a September rate hike, with economists expecting the BOJ to raise its policy rate…

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Global Market: Japanese bond yields edge higher as US Treasury yields, oil prices rise

Japanese government bond yields edged higher on Tuesday, tracking a rise in US Treasury yields and recovering oil prices. Investors remained cautious ahead of key comments from Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Ryozo Himino and Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh, with markets seeking clues on the outlook for interest rates…

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Global Market: BOJ's July 2027 meeting could shape Japan's rate path

The Bank of Japan’s July 2027 policy meeting is drawing attention after being scheduled for July 21-22, allowing hawkish board members Naoki Tamura and Hajime Takata to vote just before their terms expire on July 23. The timing could prove important for the BOJ’s rate-hike path as inflation pressures persist…

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Global Market: Japan core inflation accelerates in July, strengthening case for BOJ rate hike

Japan’s core inflation rose to 1.8% in July from 1.6% in June, in line with market expectations, strengthening bets that the Bank of Japan could raise interest rates at its September meeting. However, inflation remained below the BOJ’s 2% target for a seventh straight month, partly due to government fuel…

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Global Market: Japanese government bonds rally as US Treasury action calms global debt markets

Japanese government bonds rallied on Thursday as a US Treasury move to boost liquidity support for longer-dated debt eased pressure across global bond markets. Long-term JGB yields fell, while strong demand at a 20-year bond auction offered further support. Investors, however, remained cautious over inflation, oil prices and debt levels.

Euronews

Japan's 10-year bond yield hits a 30-year high as growth data disappoints

Japan's 10-year government bond yield climbed to its highest level since 1996 on Monday as fresh data showed the world's fourth-largest economy grew far more slowly than expected in the second quarter.

The Economic Times

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.

Fortune

Scott Bessent fired a currency bazooka, but global finance still looks like a 'giant Jenga tower' propped up by a Japanese yen that's in deep trouble

"Now traders are watching the 'yen carry trade,' where cheap yen borrowing funds bets on higher-yielding assets worldwide, and wondering if it’s about to blow up."

The Economic Times

Global Market: Japanese bond yields hold near highs as markets brace for BOJ rate hike

Japanese government bond yields remained broadly steady as investors increased bets on a possible Bank of Japan rate hike in September. Short-term yields stayed near multi-year highs, while longer-term yields rose amid fiscal concerns and expected government spending. Markets now largely anticipate further monetary tightening, though fiscal risks could limit…

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Japan and the U.S. just spent billions to try to save the yen. Why is it already losing ground?

Economists point out that the U.S.-Japan intervention—as significant as it may be—doesn’t tackle the underlying reasons behind the yen’s weakness.

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