Quotes by Jun Ishii

“Bonds will probably rise. Concern that the U.S. and Japanese economies will slow is spreading among investors. Ten-year yields will stay lower in September.”

“The Japanese economy is coming back to a path of subdued but steady expansion, fueled by demand at home. We expect the central bank will alter its policy by July at the latest.”

“Five-year notes are a better bet as they have priced in a reduction of the money in the banking system. Long bonds have yet to fully price in the probability that the Bank of Japan will end the current easing policy.”

“Still, [Japan] will keep its low interest rate environment. And more and more money from individuals and (corporations) will flow into America and Europe -- mostly to North America.”

“Some buying to match the index change may provide underlying support for bonds.”

“Bonds will probably edge higher following a plunge in U.S. equities and gains in Treasuries. Bonds will take their cue from stocks.”

“Yields will probably edge lower as a slowdown in the U.S. economy may fuel concern about Japanese exporters.”

“We may overshoot above 120, to 122. But I think thats about it. I think were at the very, very high level of the range.”

“Koizumis victory triggered a rally in stocks and fueled optimism about an escape from deflation.”