Japan's Long-Term Interest Rate Hits 3%, Highest in 30 Years
Japan's benchmark long-term interest rate reached 3% on September 1, its highest level since 1996, as government bond selling accelerated on expectations of a possible Bank of Japan rate hike, rising U.S. yields and growing concerns over Japan's fiscal outlook. (News On Japan)
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