South Korean Bond Yields Experience Small Increases Across Several Maturities


Seoul: South Korean bond yields saw modest increases across various maturities on October 16, 2025. The yields on treasury bonds, monetary stabilization bonds, and corporate bonds showed a noticeable uptick compared to the previous session, indicating shifts in the financial market conditions.



According to Yonhap News Agency, the 1-year treasury bond yield rose to 2.311%, up by 1.6 basis points from the previous session’s 2.295%. The 2-year treasury bond yield increased by 3.8 basis points to reach 2.511%, while the 3-year treasury bond yield experienced a rise of 4.9 basis points to 2.569%. The 10-year treasury bond yield also saw an increase, climbing 5.2 basis points to 2.908%.



The 2-year monetary stabilization bond yield advanced by 3.4 basis points, reaching 2.499%. The 3-year corporate bond with an AA- rating increased to 3.004%, up by 3.8 basis points. Meanwhile, the 91-day certificate of deposit remained unchanged at 2.540%. These changes reflect the current trends and investor sentiments in the South Korean financial markets.