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IPC Index — Mexico MarketJapan’s 10-year government bond yield rose to around 2.14% in post-holiday trade on Tuesday, marking its highest level since 1999 amid speculation that Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi could dissolve parliament as early as next month, adding political uncertainty. Takaichi is expected to leverage her strong public approval to advance expansionary fiscal policies. Anticipation of increased government spending has pushed Japanese yields higher, reflecting growing concerns over the country’s fiscal health. On the monetary side, markets remain split on the timing of the Bank of Japan’s next rate hike, as recent economic data painted a mixed picture. Nonetheless, BOJ Governor Kazuo Ueda reiterated that the central bank would continue raising rates if economic and price trends remain consistent with forecasts.
