Global Market: Japan's benchmark bond yields extend gains as inflation, fiscal concerns weigh (opens original article in a new tab)

Japan's benchmark bond yields increased for the third consecutive session amid inflationary pressures and fiscal policy concerns, with investors monitoring upcoming economic data and policy signals.

• Japan's benchmark bond yields rose for a third day due to inflation concerns and fiscal policy worries
• Investors are watching a new growth strategy that may increase public and private investment by 2040
• Analysts expect further monetary tightening as inflation remains below the 2% target but inflationary pressures persist
• Market confidence in the Bank of Japan's policy normalisation continues despite concerns over public debt and yen weakness