JGB yields edge higher amid fiscal, inflation worries

Japanese government bond yields climbed on Monday amid concerns stemming from the Middle East instability. Inflation anxieties and fiscal issues further exacerbated the rise in yields. Market participants are now looking for insights from the U.S. Treasury Secretary on the situation in Iran. Notably, Japan's ministries have requested a budget exceeding 130 trillion yen for the first time, highlighting the financial uncertainties that traders will remain vigilant about.