Securitisation Weekly Update | Feb 9th, 2026
Japan’s February election drove renewed bond market volatility across APAC, while securitisation markets remained open, supported by steady RMBS issuance and stable ABS performance.
Japan
Dedicated coverage of Japan’s securitisation and structured finance market, focusing on issuance activity, asset performance, legal and regulatory frameworks, and investor dynamics. This section provides in-depth insight into one of the world’s most mature and sophisticated securitisation jurisdictions.
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