Seoul: On the morning of May 19, 2026, South Korean bond yields exhibited a variety of movements, with some yields rising while others fell slightly. The 1-year Treasury Bond (TB) yield increased by 1.0 basis point to 3.157% from the previous session's 3.147%. The 2-year TB yield saw a rise of 1.3 basis points, moving from 3.597% to 3.610%, and the 3-year TB yield also climbed by 1.3 basis points to 3.770%, up from 3.757%. However, the 10-year TB yield experienced a decrease of 0.9 basis points, settling at 4.230% from the prior 4.239%.
According to Yonhap News Agency, the 2-year Monetary Stabilization Bond (MSB) yield remained unchanged at 3.621%. Meanwhile, the 3-year Corporate Bond (CB) with an AA- rating saw an increase of 1.0 basis point, bringing the yield to 4.391% from 4.381%.
These movements in bond yields reflect varying investor sentiments and market conditions in the South Korean financial markets. The changes in Treasury Bond yields, particularly the rise in shorter-term bonds, indicate shifts in market expectations regarding interest rates and economic conditions. The stability of the 2-year MSB suggests consistent demand and outlook for monetary policy stabilization tools.