BOJ’s Ueda Signals Little Concern Over Highest Yields Since 2008
2 weeks, 6 days ago

BOJ’s Ueda Signals Little Concern Over Highest Yields Since 2008

Live Mint  

-- Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda indicated he’s not too concerned about the country’s government bond yields ascending to the highest level since 2008, signaling he’s not planning any imminent action to counter the moves. “My understanding is that the rising trend since last year reflects the market’s views on the economy and inflation, or shifts in interest rates overseas,” Ueda said Wednesday in response to questions in parliament. “One of the biggest factors driving long-term yields is market expectations regarding the outlook for short-term rates,” Ueda said. “It’s natural for the yields to move by reflecting those views.” With his comments, Ueda joins other Japanese authorities who have expressed relative calm over the recent rise in bond yields.

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BOJ isn't fretting much about rising bond yields - for now
1 month, 1 week ago

BOJ isn't fretting much about rising bond yields - for now

The Hindu  

Investors in Japan's government bond market are getting a glimpse of life without heavy intervention by the Bank of Japan, which is showing little sign of reverting to a hands-on approach despite the recent steady rise in long-term interest rates. BOJ Governor Kazuo Ueda issued a mild warning on Friday that it could increase bond buying if "abnormal" market moves …

Yen gains, bond yields rise after BOJ hikes rates
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2 months, 1 week ago

Yen gains, bond yields rise after BOJ hikes rates

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By Kevin Buckland TOKYO, Jan 24 - The yen strengthened and Japanese government bond yields rose to fresh multi-year highs on Friday after the Bank of Japan hiked interest rates as expected and raised its inflation forecasts. The yen was about 0.5% stronger at 155.32 per dollar, after initially swinging between small gains and losses immediately after the decision, which …

Investors react to interest rate hike from BOJ
2 months, 1 week ago

Investors react to interest rate hike from BOJ

Live Mint  

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Bank of Japan poised to raise rates to highest in 17 years
2 months, 1 week ago

Bank of Japan poised to raise rates to highest in 17 years

The Hindu  

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BOJ’s Ueda Flags Decision on Rate Hike Next Week, Boosting Yen
2 months, 2 weeks ago

BOJ’s Ueda Flags Decision on Rate Hike Next Week, Boosting Yen

Live Mint  

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India bond yields to track rupee’s moves for direction
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

India bond yields to track rupee’s moves for direction

Live Mint  

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Dollar reigns with the support of higher yields
3 months ago

Dollar reigns with the support of higher yields

Live Mint  

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year bond yield tracks US Treasury peers’ declines
4 months ago

year bond yield tracks US Treasury peers’ declines

Live Mint  

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India bond yields may drop tracking decline in US rates
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India bond yields may drop tracking decline in US rates

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Indian bond yields rise ahead of domestic, US inflation data
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Indian bond yields rise ahead of domestic, US inflation data

Live Mint  

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Bank of Japan to outline bond taper plan, debate rate hike timing
8 months ago

Bank of Japan to outline bond taper plan, debate rate hike timing

Live Mint  

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Japan Post Goes Slow in Buying Longest Bonds After BOJ Rate Hike
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Japan Post Goes Slow in Buying Longest Bonds After BOJ Rate Hike

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Japan Post Insurance Co. is holding off from buying most domestic super-long bonds, due to concern that the central bank’s reduction of debt purchases may weigh on the market. “Yields on super-long-term bonds have risen to attractive levels,” said Hiroyuki Nomura, senior general manager of Japan Post’s investment planning department. A lack of clarity about the BOJ’s plan to reduce …

In Japan, interest rate increases herald a new era for financial markets
1 year ago

In Japan, interest rate increases herald a new era for financial markets

The Hindu  

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Japan’s central bank retains key interest rate while fine-tuning bond purchases for more flexibility
1 year, 8 months ago

Japan’s central bank retains key interest rate while fine-tuning bond purchases for more flexibility

Associated Press  

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New BOJ head says banks stable, rules out major policy shift
1 year, 11 months ago

New BOJ head says banks stable, rules out major policy shift

Associated Press  

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Japan parliament OKs Ueda as BOJ chief to tackle inflation
2 years ago

Japan parliament OKs Ueda as BOJ chief to tackle inflation

Associated Press  

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Japan parliament OKs Ueda as BOJ chief to tackle inflation
2 years ago

Japan parliament OKs Ueda as BOJ chief to tackle inflation

The Independent  

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Explained: The Bank of Japan's unexpected policy change
2 years, 3 months ago

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Firstpost  

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Opinion | The world could be staring at a long era of deflation
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Live Mint  

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New Indian Express  

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Bank of Japan may rattle global bond markets as Fed seen on hold
8 years, 6 months ago

Bank of Japan may rattle global bond markets as Fed seen on hold

Firstpost  

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10 years, 6 months ago

Bank of Japan keeps record easing as Kuroda aims to sustain recovery

Live Mint  

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