As Black Swans loom, can Japan’s bonds defy doom?

TOKYO – Bank of Japan Governor Haruhiko Kuroda isn’t known for his juggling or acrobatic skills. Yet keeping Asia’s No. 2 economy aloft is requiring Cirque du Soleil-caliber balancing acts. As the yen plunges to 24-year lows, Kuroda finds his contortion abilities being put to the test as never before. It’s near impossible to hold government […]