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June 5, 2026

EMEA G4 Rates and FX Monthly

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This report outlines the impact of the US-Iran conflict on global G4 markets, anticipating higher inflation, ECB hikes, and a bearish outlook for long-dated duration.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.The US-Iran conflict and closure of the Strait of Hormuz are driving inflationary pressures and shaping central bank policy expectations across G4 nations.
  • 2.The ECB is expected to initiate a rate-hiking cycle in June/September due to rising inflation, while the Fed is seen on a prolonged hold despite hawkish rhetoric.

Table of Contents

  • The Background
  • The View
  • USD
  • EUR Rates
  • EUR FX
  • GBP
  • JPY
  • XCCY
  • The view in full
  • EUR Policy
  • EUR Rates
  • EUR FX
  • USD Policy
  • USD Rates
  • USD FX
  • GBP Policy
  • GBP Rates
  • GBP FX
  • JPY Policy
  • JPY Rates
  • JPY FX
  • Mizuho Key Forecasts
  • Important Information

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Authors

Jordan RochesterEvelyne Gomez-Liechti

Securities

10-Year Bunds

Themes

Curve SteepeningEnergy Supply Shock

Regions

EuropeUnited StatesGermanyFrance