2023 BOND YIELDS SPIKE
Indonesia bonds to extend edge over India on rate-cut bets
Investors are increasingly favoring Indonesian sovereign debt over Indian bonds, highlighting a shift in Asia’s high-yield markets. The current yield gap between Indonesia’s and India’s 10-year bonds is about 10 basis points. Economists surveyed by Bloomberg expect this gap to double by Q3 2026, indicating expectations of sustained outperformance for Indonesian debt compared with Indian government securities.
Japan's stressed bond market, stocks brace for PM Ishiba exit reaction
Japan's stressed government bond market and soaring stocks are set for more volatility on Monday after the resignation of fiscal hawk Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba.
RBI may cut rates in December; bond market outlook turning positive: Bandhan AMC’s Suyash Choudhary
Amid global trade tensions, India's bond market outlook is improving. Suyash Choudhary anticipates potential RBI rate cuts due to contained inflation and growth uncertainties. He suggests that most negative factors impacting yields have subsided, creating attractive opportunities for fixed-income investors across the yield curve.
Dynamic bond mutual funds: Investors supposed all-interest-rate investment has failed in current rate cut-cycle
Amid the bond market’s season of woes, dynamic bond funds appear to have badly miscalculated the payoffs from the rate-cutting cycle
Volatility risks rise in Japan with the exit of PM Ishiba
Japanese markets brace for instability as Prime Minister Ishiba's departure looms, triggering yen pressure and potential sovereign bond sell-offs. Uncertainty surrounds the fiscal policies of potential successors and the Bank of Japan's rate hike trajectory. Concerns over rising JGB yields could spill over into global debt markets, already sensitive to fiscal pressures.
Wall Street Week Ahead-Inflation data looms for markets as stocks hover at records
U.S. stock investors are bracing for a week filled with crucial inflation data amid tariff uncertainties and fluctuating government bond yields. Despite a strong year, the S&P 500 faces headwinds as valuations appear stretched and September historically poses challenges.
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US bond market may be too sanguine about underlying fiscal, inflation risks
Some investors are worried about the United States bond market. They see risks from recent market moves. They are concerned about White House pressure on the Federal Reserve. This pressure is for interest rate cuts. Investors also worry about long-term fiscal risks. The bond market's health is a concern. Some think the market is underpricing risks.
Euro zone bond yields lag US Treasuries after US economic data
Euro zone government bond yields lagged behind U.S. Treasuries, which dropped sharply after data releases on Friday, sending the spread between German and U.S. borrowing costs to its lowest level since early April.
High bond yields making borrowing unaffordable amid low interest rates: FM Nirmala Sitharaman
India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday said that rising bond yields had made borrowings expensive for the government at a time when interest rates were low.
India bonds rise as fiscal worries ease, US peers up
Indian government bonds saw a slight increase. This is due to reduced worries about fiscal issues after tax changes. Also, higher U.S. Treasury yields boosted market confidence. The benchmark 10-year bond yield moved to 6.4814%. Market anticipates potential measures from the Reserve Bank of India. U.S.
India government bonds set to gain on fiscal relief, lower US yields to aid
Indian government bonds are likely to increase. This is due to smaller revenue loss from tax cuts. It has eased concerns about fiscal slippage. Falling US Treasury yields are providing support. The benchmark 10-year bond yield is expected to trade in a specific range. The Goods and Services Tax rates were cut to boost consumption.
India bonds to rise as GST cut revenue loss lower than feared
Indian government bonds are poised for a relief rally as revenue loss from tax cuts on consumer items is lower than anticipated. The benchmark 10-year bond yield is expected to trade between 6.48% and 6.52%. Tax cuts, implemented to spur demand amid economic headwinds, are estimated to cost 480 billion rupees.
Japan 30-year auction tests a jittery bond market as global yields surge
Global debt markets are uneasy due to increasing fiscal deficits. Japan's super-long government bond auction is the latest test. Thirty-year bonds are a pain point for Japan, the US, and Europe. Investors demand higher yields for holding longer debt. Japan's Ministry of Finance aims to sell 30-year paper. Political uncertainty and global yield increases affect the JGB market.
Banks urge RBI to issue fewer long bonds amid weak demand
Banks want fewer long-term bonds issued in the second half of fiscal year 2026. They prefer more short-term bonds. Demand for long bonds from insurers and pension funds is weak. State bond supply is high. This mismatch pushes borrowing costs up. The 10-year yield recently increased. Concerns about GST revenue shortfalls also contribute.
Euro zone bond yields lower at end of volatile day
Euro zone bond yields were set to finish a volatile day lower on Wednesday, as the recent global selloff eased with help from U.S. labour market data that supported bets on a Federal Reserve rate cut this month.
US stock futures rebound as Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq surge on Alphabet, Apple rally, Macy’s jumps, Treasury yields rise, gold hits records
U.S. stock futures rebounded Wednesday as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq surged on Alphabet and Apple gains. Macy’s jumped on strong results, Dollar Tree slid, Treasury yields climbed toward 5%, and gold smashed records above $3,500.
US stock market jolted: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq tumble as Big Tech reels from bond angst, tariff shock and soaring gold at September’s kickoff
US stock market slipped at September’s start as surging bond yields, new tariff shocks, and record gold prices weighed on Wall Street. The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all fell, with Big Tech taking the hardest hit.
Bond rout cools but mood cautious with long-term borrowing costs near highs
Long-dated government borrowing costs from Japan to Britain touched fresh multi-year highs on Wednesday on nagging concerns over the fiscal health of some of the world's biggest economies, although a degree of calm was returning after a sharp selloff.
Euro zone bonds steady but fiscal jitters persist for long-end
Euro zone bond yields remained steady near multi-year highs. Investors are worried about government debt. Germany's 30-year yield was close to a 14-year high. French bonds showed little reaction to political news. Heavy bond supply is expected from Germany, Japan, and the US. Japan's 30-year government bond yield hit a record high. Societe Generale anticipates significant European bond issuance.
India bonds eye fiscal clarity for strong directional move
Indian government bond yields will likely remain steady. A key meeting is set to discuss a possible reduction in the Goods and Services Tax. The 10-year bond yield is expected to trade between 6.53% and 6.58%. The GST Council will meet to discuss revenue protection. A debt auction will test investor appetite.
Is it the right time to invest in gilt funds amid rising bond yields?
Recent bond yield spikes have created a tactical entry point for investors in gilt funds, which hold long-duration government securities. Experts believe the market is currently undervalued, presenting an opportunity for capital appreciation as yields potentially decline. However, analysts caution about risks like potential fiscal deficit increases and rising inflation, which could impact bond yields.
Treasuries stabilize after debt-sale jitters and budget concerns rattle markets
Treasuries stabilized in Asian trading following corporate-debt sales and budget worries that impacted bonds and stocks. US 30-year bond yields remained near 5%, affecting tech shares, while Japan's ultra-long bonds also declined. Investors are navigating economic data, tariffs, Fed policy, and fiscal outlooks as the S&P 500 experiences minimal gains.
Treasury chaos: 30-year yield soars past 4.97% as US faces tariff refund threat
Treasury yields moved higher as investors worried about the future of U.S. tariffs after a key court ruling. The 30-year yield crossed 4.97%, its highest in weeks, while global bond markets also saw a sharp rise. The case over Trump tariffs has now created fresh questions for Wall Street, government revenue, and market stability.
India bond yields dip as large investors expected to absorb debt supply
Indian government bond yields saw a decrease in early trading on Tuesday. This is because traders anticipate long-term investors will absorb state debt supply. States aim to raise 316.50 billion rupees through bond sales. This supply increase occurs amidst investor concerns about potential losses. The GST council is scheduled to convene for a meeting.
RBI to meet bond market this week to discuss second-half borrowing: Report
India's central bank will consult with bond market participants regarding government borrowing for the fiscal year's second half, amidst concerns about rising bond yields and potential treasury losses for banks. Discussions will include feedback on the October-March borrowing schedule and possible solutions to address current market conditions.
Benchmark JGBs rally after auction shows strong demand
Japanese government bonds saw a surge after a successful auction. Demand for the 10-year notes was the highest in almost two years. Bank of Japan official Ryozo Himino suggested further interest rate hikes. Focus is now on the upcoming 30-year bond auction. Political uncertainty and government spending plans are also impacting the market. The 30-year JGB yield increased slightly.
India bond yields seen little changed ahead of heavy state debt supply
Indian government bond yields are likely to remain stable. The 10-year benchmark bond yield will hover around 6.60%. Traders are preparing for a large bond supply from state governments. States aim to raise 316.50 billion rupees through bond sales. This comes amid investor concerns about fiscal policy. The GST council will meet soon.
Wondering why RBI rate cuts haven't made your EMI bill lower? Herein lies the answer
The realities of the bond market, inflation expectations and fiscal uncertainties are complicating matters when it comes to rate cut transmission. Borrowers have been left waiting for relief as the intended benefits of the RBI's rate cut are not filtering through to the lending rates.
What’s driving the surge in foreign investment in Indian bonds?
Overseas investors significantly increased their purchases of Indian bonds for the second straight month in August, driven by attractive yields. Net inflows into the fully accessible route for government securities soared to ₹10,471 crore, fueled by a widening yield gap between Indian and US treasury bonds.
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