Euro-Area Bonds Drop as German CPI Data Quells Deflation Concern

Euro-area government bonds fell, with most securities paring a weekly gain, as reports showing German inflation quickened more than economists forecast allayed concern the euro bloc may slip into deflation.

Euro Bonds Surge on ECB Shock Waves

Euro-area government bonds surged this week, propelling yields across the currency bloc to record lows, as an unprecedented package of European Central Bank stimulus measures added fuel to this year’s rally.