Global Market: Japanese bond yields climb as oil surge and fiscal concerns weigh on market

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Japanese government bond yields climbed on Thursday due to rising oil prices. Higher energy costs fueled inflation expectations and investor worries about Japan's fiscal health. A Bank of Japan survey indicated widespread expectations of future price increases. Shorter-term bond yields also saw upward movement following the inflation concerns. Persistent fiscal expansion worries are keeping investors cautious about future bond issuance.