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Japan's Borrowing Costs Surge to 30-Year High
Japan's government bond yields have reached a 30-year peak, with the benchmark 10-year yield climbing to 0.925%. This surge is attributed to the Bank of Japan's recent shift away from its ultra-loose monetary policy, including ending negative interest rates and yield curve control. The rising costs impact global markets by potentially altering capital flows and increasing borrowing expenses for governments and corporations worldwide. Analysts suggest this could lead to a reallocation of global investment away from lower-yielding markets.
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- Centre (2): Financial Times, The Japan Times