
Japan’s finance ministry completed its latest bond auction, achieving a bid‑to‑cover ratio of 2.54, matching the 12‑month average. The sale, the final issuance of this tenor before the new fiscal year, attracted firm demand amid easing Middle East tensions. The amount of bonds sold was not disclosed.

Plymouth Rock, a regional insurer, has secured $100 million in named storm reinsurance protection through its debut catastrophe bond, the Tremont Re Series 2026-1, priced about 16% below the mid‑point of initial guidance. The fully‑collateralized cat bond provides coverage over...
Japan's Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group (SMFG) has issued $500 million of bonds billed as the world's first 'digital inclusion' bonds. The proceeds will fund infrastructure projects to improve internet connectivity in emerging markets, aiming to bridge the global digital divide....