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Global Market | BOJ Rate Decision: Why a jumbo 50-bps hike looks unlikely in September

The BOJ is expected to raise rates by 25 basis points in September, though markets are weighing the possibility of a larger hike. Persistent inflation, a stronger yen and cautious policymaking could shape the pace of Japan’s monetary tightening.

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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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Dollar holds firm as Middle East hostilities lift oil

The dollar rose significantly on Wednesday due to climbing oil prices prompted by renewed conflicts in the Middle East, which rattled global markets. In addition, increasing Treasury yields fueled expectations of a potential rate hike by the Federal Reserve. Although recent economic reports underperformed, the market's outlook shifted positively towards…

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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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Global Market: Yen weakness puts BOJ under pressure for faster monetary tightening

The US is urging Japan to adopt tougher monetary and fiscal policies after supporting the yen. Pressure is mounting on the BOJ to raise rates faster as inflation persists, while Japan’s expansionary fiscal stance fuels bond-market concerns and risks broader global financial volatility.

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Japan faces day of policy reckoning as Scott Bessent calls time on big stimulus

While the BOJ was already widely expected to lift rates ‌in September as inflation pressures ⁠grew, Bessent's recent ⁠comments effectively lock the bank into doing so and put pressure on it to step up hikes going forward.

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Japan's finance minister, BOJ chief to attend G20 gathering next week

Japan's finance minister and central bank governor will attend the upcoming G20 meeting. Policymakers will discuss the global economic fallout and the persistently weak yen. Financial markets are watching for potential meetings with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. The yen has shown some recovery after joint intervention but remains under…

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Global Market: Japanese bond yields retreat after BOJ deputy governor signals no clear rate-hike timing

Japanese government bond yields retreated from session highs after BOJ Deputy Governor Ryozo Himino offered no clear signal on the timing of the next rate hike. The two-year JGB yield briefly hit 1.70%, its highest since 1995, before easing. Investors now await Governor Kazuo Ueda’s comments for clues on the…

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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 |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.

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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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Scott Bessent Touts 'Strong Relationship' Between Trump, Takaichi as Reports Emerge Japan PM Asked BoJ to Buy Bonds

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reportedly urged Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda during a meeting in May to purchase Japanese government bonds if necessary to curb rising long-term interest rates.

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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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Japan’s monetary conundrum — why the yen hit a 40-year low as interest rates hit a 31-year high

Japan hiked rates to chase inflation—but its real problem is money that never showed up.

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Bank of Japan raises interest rates to 31-year high

The Bank of Japan has increased its policy rate to 1.0 percent. This marks a 31-year high for interest rates. The move signals a strong focus on combating inflation. This is the first rate hike since December. The central bank's decision aims to address inflation risks stemming from the Middle…

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Asia markets temper Iran deal optimism, BoJ decision in view

SINGAPORE - Asian stocks inched up on Tuesday after ‌rallying on the previous session on news of a peace deal between Iran and the United States, as investors turned their focus to several central bank decisions including an expected rate hike from the Bank of Japan.

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Asian stocks mostly higher, Japan's Nikkei rises

Asian stocks have finished mostly higher with South Korea's Kospi moving further into record territory, gaining 2.1 per cent.

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Global Market Today: Asian markets temper Iran deal optimism, BOJ decision in view

Asian stocks saw a modest rise, following a rally on news of a peace deal between Iran and the U.S. Investors are now focused on central bank decisions, including an anticipated rate hike from the Bank of Japan. Oil prices remained cautious, reflecting ongoing concerns about transit through the Strait…

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Stocks Climb Before the Open on U.S.-Iran Peace Hopes, PPI Data in Focus

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are up +0.79%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are up +1.21% this morning as investors stepped in to buy the dip after the swift end to the latest round of U.S. strikes against Iran fueled expectations that talks over a peace deal…

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Dollar shaky as investors weigh rate outlook, Middle East worries

U.S. dollar weakened amid new Middle East strikes and rising consumer inflation, causing investor unease about the Federal Reserve's policy. Despite ongoing tit-for-tat strikes, market reactions were subdued, with analysts citing "news fatigue" and a craving for certainty. Meanwhile, the European Central Bank is poised to raise rates to combat…

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BOJ to consider pausing bond taper next fiscal year, sources say

The Bank of Japan is reportedly leaning towards pausing its bond purchase taper beyond next fiscal year, a move that would mark a significant shift in its quantitative tightening strategy. This decision is expected to be closely debated by the nine-member board, with some prioritizing investor sentiment and others advocating…

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Global Market: Japanese bond yields mixed as BOJ rate-hike expectations and inflation concerns shape sentiment

Japanese government bond yields saw mixed trading as investors weighed the Bank of Japan's potential interest rate hike against global inflation worries. Governor Ueda's hawkish remarks fueled expectations of a rate increase in June, signaling a shift towards tighter monetary policy. Meanwhile, rising oil prices due to geopolitical tensions kept…

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Dollar Rallies on Strength in Crude and the US Economy

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Wednesday rallied to a 1.75-month high, finishing up by 0.31%. The dollar moved higher on Wednesday, supported by a +2% increase in WTI crude oil prices, which lifts inflation expectations and may prompt the Fed to tighten monetary policy, a bullish factor for the...

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Strength in US Economic Reports Boosts the Dollar

The dollar index (DXY00 ) today is up by +0.23%. The dollar is moving higher today and is being supported by a +1% increase in WTI crude oil prices, which lifts inflation expectations and may prompt the Fed to tighten monetary policy, a bullish factor for the dollar. Gains in...

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Stock Index Futures Climb on AI Optimism and U.S.-Iran Peace Deal Hopes

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are up +0.36%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are up +0.56% this morning as optimism surrounding artificial intelligence and hopes for a U.S.-Iran peace deal boosted sentiment.

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