Investors are closely watching the auction of 700 billion yen in 30-year Japanese government bonds, viewing it as a test of confidence in fiscal policy ahead of the national election, as term premiums have risen following recent market volatility. Japan will hold a general election on February 8. Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi stated that if the ruling coalition fails to secure a majority of seats, she will resign from the position of Prime Minister.
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