Japanese investors significantly increased foreign stock purchases last week. This buying spree followed easing inflation worries and softer U.S. labor market data. Overseas bond selling continued as investors reduced debt holdings. Foreign investors also sold fewer Japanese stocks and bonds. Market outlook remains cautious due to oil price volatility and central bank policy.

Japanese asset managers are launching new bond funds as interest rates rise. This trend revives investor appetite for yen-denominated debt after decades. Firms like Mizuho and…

Japanese investors significantly increased foreign stock purchases last week. This buying spree followed easing inflation worries and softer U.S. labor market data. Overseas bond…

The continued slide in the yen has raised concern, but what happens in the bond market will determine whether the bearishness extends far beyond Japan.