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Japan bond yield curve steepens as investors eye 30 year debt auction
Economy
Published on 24 April 2026
Oil and yen weakness are pushing long term rates higher
Japan’s government bond yield curve steepened as investors turned cautious ahead of a 30-year debt auction. Higher oil prices and a weaker yen intensified inflation concerns, lifting long-term yields. Traders are also factoring in global jitters, including geopolitical tensions tied to Iran and strong U.S. payroll data.
- Yield curve steepens before Japan’s 30-year debt auction
- Oil prices and a weaker yen lift inflation fears
- Long-term yields rise as investors demand more return
- U.S. jobs data and Iran related tensions add pressure
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