Global Market: Momenta Global debuts nearly flat in Hong Kong after $751 million IPO

Momenta Global shares debuted on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange with a muted reception. The autonomous-driving software developer raised HK$5.89 billion in its initial public offering. Investor sentiment remains cautious despite strong cornerstone backing from major firms. The company plans to use IPO proceeds for research and expansion. Momenta’s listing is a gauge for Chinese…

Global Market: Japanese bond yields climb to multi-decade highs amid inflation and fiscal concerns

Japanese government bond yields surged to multi-decade highs as investors grew concerned over persistent inflation, rising government spending and uncertainty over the future path of Bank of Japan monetary policy. The benchmark 20-year JGB yield climbed to its highest level since 1996, reflecting growing worries about Japan’s fiscal outlook and borrowing needs.