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23 Jul 2026, 12:16 UTC · 2h ago

Japan's $1.8 trillion pension giant might bring money home. That could jolt U.S. stocks and the Fed.

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Japan's $1.8 trillion pension giant might bring money home. That could jolt U.S. stocks and the Fed.

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Japan's largest pension fund is selling foreign assets. — A massive reduction in demand for foreign securities typically puts downward pressure on asset prices and increases yields.
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The selling of foreign assets could push U.S. Treasury yields higher. — Lower demand for U.S. bonds leads to price drops and a corresponding rise in yields, increasing borrowing costs.
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The liquidation of foreign holdings may sap demand for the U.S. dollar. — Converting foreign-denominated assets back into yen reduces the demand for USD, potentially weakening the currency.
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