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Short-dated Japanese bonds rally after economic growth data disappoints
By Rocky Swift TOKYO, Feb 16 (Reuters) - Short-term Japanese government bonds (JGBs) rose on Monday following data that showed the economy grew far slower than expected last quarter.The two-year JGB yield JP2YTN=JBTC, the one most sensitive to Bank of Japan policy rates, decreased 1.5 basis point...Reuters
Mon, Feb 16
Japan’s GDP grew 0.1% QoQ in Q4 2025 vs 0.4% expected
The Japanese economy expanded 0.1% over the quarter in the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2025, the preliminary report published by the Cabinet Office showed on Monday. This reading marks a reversal from a 0.7% contraction recorded in Q3, though it fell short of market expectations for a 0.4%.
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Mon, Feb 16
Japan's economy expands annualised 0.2% in Q4, below forecast
TOKYO, Feb 16 (Reuters) - Japan's economy eked out a slight expansion of an annualised 0.2% in the October-December quarter, government data showed on Monday, short of the median market forecast for a 1.6% rise.The growth in gross domestic product (GDP) translated into a quarterly increase of 0....Reuters
Sun, Feb 15
REUTERS NEWS SCHEDULE AT 10 p.m. GMT/6 a.m. SGT
Here are the top stories and upcoming coverage plans for Reuters text service as of 10 p.m. GMT/6 a.m. SGT. For a full schedule of news and events, go to our editorial calendar on Reuters Connect or on Media Express.TOP STORIES GLOBALIRAN-CRISIS-USA-MILITARYExclusive: US military preparing f...Reuters
Sat, Feb 14
Ukraine, IMF ease conditions on new $8.2 billion loan program
Ukraine relies on Western aid amid ongoing war with RussiaUkraine's economy hit by Russian strikes, energy deficitsTax changes to affect 250,000 entrepreneurs, fewer than initially plannedBy Olena HarmashKYIV, Feb 14 (Reuters) - Ukraine's government and the International Monetary Fund have a...Reuters
Sat, Feb 14
SGD: Budget support and equity-market push – Commerzbank
Commerzbank’s FX analysts note that Singapore’s 2026 Budget emphasizes supply-side support, SME internationalisation and capital-market development, including fresh funding for the Equity Market Development Programme and Anchor Fund.
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Fri, Feb 13
USD/CNY: Gradual reflation and policy easing guide CNY path – MUFG
MUFG’s Lin Li and Khang Sek Lee note that China’s January CPI slowdown was heavily distorted by Chinese New Year base effects, with food and services dragging headline inflation. PPI deflation narrowed on stronger global metals prices and tech-related demand.
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Fri, Feb 13
ADVISORY-Holiday schedule for major US economic, other data
The Presidents Day federal holiday on Monday, February 16 will affect the release schedule of some major economic, energy and commodities reports from Washington during the February 15 week. Below is the schedule for the week. Times in EST/GMT.Some Treasury announcements are subject to change. Mon...Reuters
Fri, Feb 13
