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flag Japanese firms to issue record yen debt in 2026, driven by strong demand and funding needs.

flag Japanese companies are expected to issue record levels of yen-denominated corporate debt in 2026, following a surge in 2025 that saw ¥16.5 trillion ($105–135 billion) in bonds sold—the highest since 1999. flag Strong investor demand, fueled by rising yields and lower volatility compared to government bonds, continues to drive issuance. flag Companies are funding capital spending, AI investments, and mergers and acquisitions, while shorter-maturity bonds and retail investor participation are increasing. flag Though higher interest rates may pressure some firms to shift to bank loans, market conditions and refinancing needs are expected to sustain high issuance. flag The Bank of Japan is not expected to raise rates before September.

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