Asia • 2026-05-11 21:40

Alphabet Plans First Yen‑Denominated Bond Issue

Alphabet, the parent of Google, is set to issue its inaugural bond denominated in Japanese yen, aiming to tap the domestic investor market. The offering, expected to total around $1 billion, reflects growing demand for foreign‑currency debt among Japanese institutional investors. Proceeds will be used to fund general corporate purposes, including AI research.

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