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South Korean Government Bond Yields Mostly Lower, 3-Year Note at 3.844%
Finance · Major Banks · yonhap_finance · 2026-08-25
South Korean government bond yields showed a mixed performance on the 25th, with the 3-year benchmark yield rising slightly to 3.844% while long-term yields fell.
What Happened
Bond Market Overview: South Korean government bond yields were mostly lower in the Seoul market on the 25th. While most tenors saw declines, some short-term notes experienced slight upward pressure during the trading session.
Key Yield Movements: The 3-year government bond yield rose by 0.8 basis points to 3.844%, reflecting a slight uptick in short-term borrowing costs. Meanwhile, the 10-year yield remained relatively stable, edging down by 0.1 basis points to 4.334%.
Long-Term Yields: Longer-dated bonds saw more significant declines, with the 20-year, 30-year, and 50-year yields falling by 2.9bp, 2.5bp, and 2.2bp, respectively. This trend suggests a market preference for longer-term duration amid shifting economic expectations.
Market Data Summary: The 2-year Monetary Stabilization Bond yield decreased by 0.3bp to 3.740%, while 3-year AA- rated corporate bonds saw a minor increase of 0.2bp. All figures are based on data provided by Yonhap Infomax.