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Japan’s 10-Year Yield Tops 3%, GPF Reviews Bonds Allocation

9/9/2026

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Investors could shift up to $440 billion into Japanese bonds as the 10-year yield topped 3%.
The 10-year government bond yield rose above 3% last week, its highest since 1996.
Minister Kenichiro Ueno said the Government Pension Investment Fund is reviewing its allocation.
Vanguard analyst Ales Kutney warned repatriation could pressure U.S. and European markets.
Fund manager James Athey said all conditions exist, awaiting a spark.

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Investors could shift up to $440 billion into Japanese bonds as the 10-year yield topped 3%.
The 10-year government bond yield rose above 3% last week, its highest since 1996.
Minister Kenichiro Ueno said the Government Pension Investment Fund is reviewing its allocation.
Vanguard analyst Ales Kutney warned repatriation could pressure U.S. and European markets.
Fund manager James Athey said all conditions exist, awaiting a spark.