Japanese bond yields rise on yen weakness, fiscal worries

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Japanese government bond yields climbed Wednesday, with longer-term rates nearing a month's peak. A weakening yen and concerns over government spending are impacting market sentiment. While the Bank of Japan's stance suggests stable long-term rates, uncertainty surrounding a potential supplementary budget introduces near-term upward pressure on yields. Higher U.S. Treasury yields also contribute to this trend.