Japan long-term bond yields hit record highs amid fiscal concerns

Nikkei Asia | May 18, 2026, 12:04 a.m. | Original

TOKYO -- Yields on 10-year Japanese government bonds hit their highest in 29 years at 2.8% on Monday, as inflation and fiscal concerns pushed investors to sell sovereign debt.

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