Japan’s 10-year yield rose above 1.44% for a third day on BOJ hike hopes. Governor Ueda said more hikes are possible if wage growth sustains inflation. Industrial production missed forecasts, pressured by US tariffs, complicating trade talks ahead of the Tankan survey.

The Canadian dollar strengthened to 1.365 after Canada dropped its digital tax to resume US trade talks, targeting a July 21 deal. Gains were capped by lower oil prices as Middle East tensions eased. Canada’s GDP fell 0.1% in April, with May data suggesting a mild Q2 contraction.