Mitsubishi UFJ (MUFG) stock in focus as Japan election win revives bond-yield bets
TOKYO, Feb 9, 2026, 06:39 JST — Premarket Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group could see choppy action early this week, with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s sweeping victory putting the so-called “Takaichi trade” back in play — traders are already sizing up prospects for stronger equities, softer bonds, and a weaker yen. “Good news for equities,” said Chris Scicluna, head of research at Daiwa Capital Markets Europe, ahead of the market open. MUFG shares finished Friday at 2,951.5 yen, a 2.5% gain; its U.S. ADRs ended at $19.14, up 4.9%.