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Scott Bessent is observing the market risks stemming from potential bond sales in Japan and the resulting pressure on the global financial stability due to the weak yen.
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Scott Bessent is observing the market risks stemming from potential bond sales in Japan and the resulting pressure on the global financial stability due to the weak yen.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Bessent prompts Japan to curb Treasury sales, linking inflation concerns to crude prices.1 source
Bessent comments on market expectations regarding the yen and the size of the buyback operation.1 source
- BOJ conducts a record $90BN intervention to support the yen amid falling Japanese foreign securities holdings.Sub-event
Japan began selling US bonds in large volumes, while Ghalibaf mocked Bessent's economic views.1 source
Treasury intervened to prop up the yen, while Bessent's background and market trends were noted.1 source
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- Pioneer Investments analyzes Japan's FX move, noting that both nations reduced foreign holdings of US Treasuries.Sub-event
Bessent is monitoring the risks posed by potential Japanese bond sales and the declining yen on global financial markets.1 source
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