Japan 2-year bond yield nears 2% as BOJ tightening bets rise
The 2-year JGB yield reached 1.975% on Monday, its highest since March 1995. Swap rates imply a 36% chance of an October hike to 1.5%, with the Tankan report due Thursday.
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BOJ could raise rates every quarter, ex — policymaker says
September marked sea change in BOJ's policy approach Board seen revising up price forecasts in October, Sakurai says BOJ to raise rates in December, twice more by June 2027 Terminal rate seen at 2% but may be higher if inflation sticky Loose fiscal policy seen keeping yen weak, Sakurai says By Leika Kihara and Takahiko
MNI EUROPEAN MARKETS ANALYSIS: USD Supported Despite Lower Oil
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GRAPHIC — Major central banks on tightening path amid energy price shock
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US extends Mideast deployments into 2027, straining troops
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BOJ: Japan's economy expected to sustain moderate growth, though at a slower rate
BOJ: Japan's economy expected to sustain moderate growth, though at a slower rate
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BoJ: Economy To Slow
BoJ Governor Ueda says economic growth is likely to slow but continue moderate recovery
BoJ Urged to Assess Balance Sheet Reduction
BoJ is urged to assess balance sheet reduction impact on economy and markets by Cabinet Office Representative