The yield on South Korea 10Y Bond Yield eased to 3.90% on March 30, 2026, marking a 0.02 percentage points decrease from the previous session. Over the past month, the yield has edged up by 0.37 points and is 1.13 points higher than a year ago, according to over-the-counter interbank yield quotes for this government bond maturity.

Historically, the South Korea 10-Year Government Bond Yield reached an all time high of 7.91 in April of 2001. South Korea 10-Year Government Bond Yield - data, forecasts, historical chart - was last updated on March 30 of 2026.

The South Korea 10-Year Government Bond Yield is expected to trade at 3.91 percent by the end of this quarter, according to Trading Economics global macro models and analysts expectations. Looking forward, we estimate it to trade at 3.62 in 12 months time.



Bonds Yield Day Month Year Date
South Korea 10Y 3.90 -0.007% 0.380% 1.137% Mar/30
South Korea 52W 3.07 0.016% 0.323% 0.431% Mar/27
South Korea 20Y 3.91 0.002% 0.267% 1.247% Mar/30
South Korea 2Y 3.48 -0.033% 0.510% 0.830% Mar/30
South Korea 30Y 3.80 -0.021% 0.219% 1.218% Mar/30
South Korea 3Y 3.54 -0.052% 0.360% 0.958% Mar/30
South Korea 5Y 3.80 -0.037% 0.399% 1.137% Mar/30



Related Last Previous Unit Reference
South Korea Inflation Rate 2.00 2.00 percent Feb 2026
South Korea Interest Rate 2.50 2.50 percent Mar 2026
South Korea Unemployment Rate 2.90 3.00 percent Feb 2026

South Korea 10-Year Government Bond Yield
Generally, a government bond is issued by a national government and is denominated in the country`s own currency. Bonds issued by national governments in foreign currencies are normally referred to as sovereign bonds. The yield required by investors to loan funds to governments reflects inflation expectations and the likelihood that the debt will be repaid.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
3.90 3.92 7.91 1.17 2000 - 2026 percent Daily

News Stream
South Korea’s 10Y Yield Hits Over 2-Year High
South Korea’s 10-year government bond yield rose to 3.87%, its highest level since November 2023, as inflation risks from surging oil prices mounted in a country heavily reliant on energy imports. The spike followed Iran’s warning that it would target the energy systems of its Gulf neighbors if President Trump acted on his 48-hour threat to hit Iran’s electricity grid, dimming hopes for a quick end to the fourth-week-long war. The threat added volatility to oil markets, intensifying inflation concerns and increasing the likelihood of preemptive rate hikes. Meanwhile, South Korean economist Shin Hyun-song, known for forecasting past crises, was named over the weekend to head the country’s central bank. Economists expect Shin to adopt a more hawkish stance at the Bank of Korea, favoring macroprudential measures and exercising caution with interest rate cuts amid ongoing financial risks.
2026-03-23
South Korea 10Y Yield Rises to 1-Month High
South Korea’s 10-year government bond yield rose to 3.72%, hitting its highest level in a month, amid concerns over renewed inflation pressures due to escalating tensions in the Middle East. The Bank of Korea noted on Friday that the resulting spike in oil prices may add to cost pressures in March, following data showing that February inflation came in slightly below expectations. Traders have since raised expectations for potential rate hikes but only see gradual policy tightening ahead. Some analysts, however, believe the central bank is unlikely to hike rates in response to higher-than-anticipated oil prices. Investors now look ahead to the release of fourth-quarter GDP data this week for further clues about the state the economy and the likely path of interest rates. Meanwhile, upward pressure on yields may be partially capped by expected foreign inflows associated with South Korea’s upcoming inclusion in an FTSE Russell index in April.
2026-03-09
South Korea 10-Year Yield Hits 6-Week Low
South Korea’s 10-year government bond yield fell to around 3.51%, its lowest level since mid-January, pressured by reductions in bond issuance, which pushed bond prices higher. The announcement revealed a cut of at least 6 trillion won in Q1 government and bank bond sales to ease pressure on yields and guide market rates lower. Meanwhile, the Bank of Korea held its benchmark interest rate steady and signaled no near-term policy changes. Under a newly introduced forward-guidance framework, the BOK’s median forecast for the policy rate in six months remained at 2.5%, reflecting a neutral stance after January’s removal of references to potential rate cuts. The central bank also raised its 2026 growth forecast to 2% from 1.8% and lifted its inflation outlook to 2.2% from 2.1%. Governor Rhee Chang-yong also added that consumption recovery is expected to continue, while exports, led by the chip sector, are likely to accelerate, reducing the need for additional stimulus.
2026-02-26