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Japan sells JPY 1.96tln 10yr JGB, b/c 3.30x (prev. 3.59x), average yield 2.095% (prev. 1.872%)

Newsquawk Staff · Newswires ·

  • Lowest accepted price 99.99 vs prev. 98.53
  • Average accepted price 100.04 vs prev. 98.57
  • Tail in price 0.05 vs prev. 0.04

What it means

Japan's recent auction of JPY 1.96 trillion in 10-year JGBs saw a decline in bid-to-cover ratio, indicating weaker demand compared to previous offerings. The average yield rose significantly, suggesting a potential shift in market sentiment regarding interest rates and inflation expectations. This could weigh on the JPY and influence the broader fixed income landscape as investors reassess the Bank of Japan's policy trajectory.

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