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BOJ to hike rates to 1.25 percent next week
The Bank of Japan is expected to raise its policy rate to 1.25 percent, marking a 31-year high. This move signals a faster pace of monetary tightening amid persistent inflation risks.
Japan wholesale inflation hits 7.6 percent in August
Japan's August producer prices exceeded expectations at 7.6%, while the import price index rose 24.8% due to a weak yen. These figures, alongside recent hawkish signals, have led markets to near fully price in a Bank of Japan rate hike to 1.25% at next week's meeting.
Australian bond yields reach 2011 peaks amid global sell-off
Australian three-year bond yields jumped to 5.04%, their highest level since May 2011, following a global debt market rout.
Japan Wholesale Inflation Hits 7.6 Percent in August
Japan's producer price index rose 7.6% year-on-year in August, exceeding market expectations. This data supports the expectation of a central bank rate hike to 1.25% next week.
EUR/JPY Slides to 179.10 Amid BoJ Hike Expectations
The euro-yen pair drops to 179.10 as the Bank of Japan prepares a rate hike to 1.25%.
Japan 10-Year Yield Hits 2.99% Amid Inflation Data
Japan's 10-year government bond yield reached 2.99% on Friday, moving closer to 30-year highs. This rise tracks the upward movement in US Treasury yields following a weak bond buyback operation.
BoJ to Hike Rates to 31-Year High Next Week
With the Bank of Japan expected to lift rates to a 31-year high of 1.25% next week, officials are signaling that geopolitical tensions are reinforcing the need for continued tightening. The market is nearly certain of the 25bp hike, leaving the post-meeting statement as the key indicator for the future path of monetary policy.
Japan pledges continued FX dialogue with US
Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama confirmed the government will maintain close communication with the United States to support orderly currency markets.
Dollar stalls before US inflation data as yen rallies
The US dollar remained flat ahead of key inflation releases, while the yen extended its recent gains.
BOJ Hike Probability Reaches 97 Percent Ahead of September Decision
Interest-rate swaps show a 97% likelihood of a quarter-point increase by mid-September. Governor Ueda confirmed the central bank will continue tightening to anchor inflation near the 2% target.
BOJ Board Member Calls for Further Interest Rate Hikes
A Bank of Japan board member emphasized the need for continued rate hikes, arguing that inflation is hovering near the 2% target while negative real interest rates persist.
Japan’s 3% yield challenges US Treasury demand
Japanese 10-year bond yields breached 3% for the first time since 1996. This shift threatens to reduce Japanese demand for US debt.
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Illustration: Tradingbird Nikkei Slides as Oil Tops $100 and BOJ Hikes Loom
Japanese equities fell Thursday as crude oil breached $100 per barrel and Bank of Japan rate hike expectations intensified.
Illustration: Tradingbird Dollar Slides to 98.73 as Oil Shock Lifts Global Yields
Brent crude holds above $100 a barrel, pushing 10-year Treasury yields to their highest levels since 2023. The dollar index fell to 98.73 despite expectations of a Federal Reserve hike.
Illustration: Tradingbird Dollar slips to 98.73 as oil shock lifts global yields
The dollar index fell to 98.73 despite rising oil prices. Global bond yields hit 2023 highs. The ECB and Fed face rate decisions.
Illustration: Tradingbird BOJ Member Masu: Rapid Rate Hikes Possible If Inflation Accelerates
The Bank of Japan may raise rates to 1.75% by 2027 if current price pressures persist, a timeline faster than previous estimates.
Illustration: Tradingbird BOJ Rate Hike Probability Reaches 97 Percent
Market pricing for a Bank of Japan rate increase on September 18 has climbed to 97 percent. A board member stated that underlying inflation is approaching the 2 percent target.
Illustration: Tradingbird Dollar Stalls Ahead of Key US Inflation Data
The US Dollar Index holds steady as markets brace for PPI and CPI releases this week.
Illustration: Tradingbird Oil shock pushes Brent above $100 as markets brace for Fed data
Brent crude prices sustained levels above $100 per barrel, driving global bond yields to multi-year highs. Currency markets remained static as traders awaited key U.S. inflation indicators.
Illustration: Tradingbird BoJ signals continued rate hikes despite near-target inflation
Bank of Japan board member Kazuyuki Masu has reiterated the necessity for further rate hikes, with the Financial Times confirming his view that continued tightening is required to address accommodative financial conditions and specific risks from oil prices, AI demand, and exchange rate movements.
Illustration: Tradingbird Bank of Japan Board Member Outlines Stable Economic Outlook
Bank of Japan Board Member Masu stated that the Japanese economy is on a stable path.
Illustration: Tradingbird Yen volatility disrupts global shipping markets
Mitsui OSK Lines Chairman Takeshi Hashimoto identifies sharp currency swings as a primary source of market confusion, despite the structural benefits of a weak yen for the company’s dollar-denominated revenue.
Illustration: Tradingbird Bitcoin stalls at $80K as yen carry trade risks rise
Bitcoin remains below the $80,000 level as a stronger yen threatens global liquidity.
Illustration: Tradingbird Bessent Signals Direct Intervention Risk for Yen Traders
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has escalated his intervention stance by directly daring investors to short the yen and announcing a tripling of long-dated bond repurchases to $6 billion. These aggressive measures aim to curb rising Treasury yields and stabilize the currency, despite mixed market reception and criticism regarding the administration's debt management strategy.
Illustration: Tradingbird Yen Strength Forces Carry Trade Shift
Traders are pivoting from the yen to the Swiss franc and Canadian dollar as carry trade funding sources, but GN markets/fx (en-US) warns that these alternatives suffer from significantly lower liquidity. This structural weakness complicates the shift, as lower trading volumes increase the risk during sudden market volatility spikes.
Illustration: Tradingbird China Adds 20.2 Tonnes of Gold in August
The People's Bank of China expanded its gold reserves by the largest amount since late 2023, signaling sustained institutional demand despite higher market prices.
Illustration: Tradingbird Pound weakens to 207.80 Yen on BoJ hike bets
The British Pound fell 0.3% against the Japanese Yen as markets priced in a 50 basis point rate increase from the Bank of Japan.