TOKYO -- The Bank of Japan is considering slowing the pace of cuts in its government bond purchases from April 2026, as concerns grow over a rise in yields on superlong bonds.
Policy board to discuss adjustment in light of rising ultralong rates

The Bank of Japan will likely slow the pace of tapering bond purchases in light of rising yields on ultralong bonds. (Nikkei photo)
TOKYO -- The Bank of Japan is considering slowing the pace of cuts in its government bond purchases from April 2026, as concerns grow over a rise in yields on superlong bonds.