The Bank of Japan is contemplating a potential increase in interest rates, likely as soon as September. This decision stems from concerns regarding inflation driven by global factors and a depreciating yen. Policymakers may also expedite future rate hikes, indicating heightened apprehensions about inflation surpassing the central bank's targeted goals, which could signify a significant shift in monetary policy strategy.

Japanese government bond yields rose on Wednesday as markets increasingly priced in a September Bank of Japan rate hike. The benchmark 10-year yield climbed to 2.85%, while the…

Japanese government bond yields remained broadly steady as investors increased bets on a possible Bank of Japan rate hike in September. Short-term yields stayed near multi-year…