Foreign Investors Increase Holdings in Ultralong Japanese Government Bonds Amid Fiscal Concerns
Foreign investors are significantly increasing their investments in ultralong Japanese Government Bonds (JGBs), even as concerns about Japan's fiscal health persist.

Japan's Consumer Price Index Rises 2% in January, Slower Than Previous Month
Japan's consumer price index, excluding fresh food, rose 2% in January compared to the same month last year, marking a slowdown from the previous month's 2.4% increase. This is the first time the inflation rate has been exactly 2% since January two years ago.
Oil Futures Rise Amid US-Iran Tensions; Gold and JGB Futures Also See Movement
Oil futures jumped due to increasing U.S.-Iran risk premium, while Comex gold settled higher and JGB futures fell, tracking declines in the U.S. Treasury market.

10-Year Treasury Yield Nears 4%, Reflecting AI Anxiety in Markets
The 10-year Treasury yield is approaching 4%, a movement that market analysts suggest reflects anxiety surrounding artificial intelligence in the markets.
Japan's GDP Underperforms Expectations
Japan's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth has fallen short of economic forecasts, raising concerns about the nation's economic performance.