0701 GMT - Italy and Germany have government bond auctions on Wednesday amid some relief in global markets as oil prices fall after officials said the U.S. has sent Iran a 15-point plan to end the war. "Latest ceasefire headlines argue for relief across markets, where real-yields remain in the driving seat," says Commerzbank's Hauke Siemssen in a note. Italy will offer 3.25 billion euros to 4 billion euros in the February 2028-dated BTP, as well as in August 2031- and May 2036-dated inflation-linked bonds. Germany, meanwhile, will auction a total of 2 billion euros in May 2041- and August 2052-dated Bunds. The European Central Bank watchers' conference "will provide a reality check for the rate path," the rates strategist says. (emese.bartha@wsj.com)
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March 25, 2026 03:01 ET (07:01 GMT)
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