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SBI Securities Enhances Bond Trading Features

SBI Securities, based in Minato-ku, Tokyo, has exciting news for its customers. Starting from December 12, 2025, the company will roll out various enhancements to its bond trading site in response to customer requests. One significant addition is the new risk-return analysis function, which will enable users to visually assess total returns at different exchange levels upon maturity, thereby assisting in more informed investment decisions.

Background and Context

Since launching its bond simulation services in April 2024, SBI Securities has made it a priority to offer clear and comprehensive information alongside continuous service improvements. By October 2024, the bond trading site underwent a complete redesign. As a result, by the end of July 2025, the company reported that the balance of foreign currency-denominated bonds surpassed 1 trillion yen, demonstrating strong customer utilization of their services.

New Features Introduction

The newly introduced "Risk-Return Analysis (Yen Conversion)" tool presents a graphical representation of potential gains—combining interest income and capital gains—allowing investors to see how total returns can vary based on exchange rates at maturity. This new feature aims to visually simplify investment assessment by providing clearer insights.

In addition to the new risk-return analysis function, several other features have been updated to improve user experience. The bond trading service will continue to emphasize clarity and user-friendliness, delivering a more convenient investment environment.

Key Features Available

1. Bond Simulation: Users can calculate the necessary amount to purchase foreign currency bonds based on planned investment.
- Simulate expected returns based on contribution levels (interest earnings and capital gains).
- Assess the break-even exchange rate (the rate at which no profit or loss occurs).

2. Interest Payment Simulation: Check monthly interest payment schedules and amounts easily on a calendar basis.

3. Redemption Simulation: Verify maturity timelines and potential total returns for bonds held to maturity.

4. Favorites Function: Customers can save their preferred bond listings, easily checking current prices and yields.

5. Comparison Tool: Users can compare multiple bonds side-by-side based on yield, duration, and other core parameters.

6. Pair Identifying Function: Refine searches for existing bonds by product type, yield, duration, and more, alongside trend themes that garner customer interest.

Current Offerings

SBI Securities continues to provide foreign currency-denominated bonds from various issuers, including a diverse selection of U.S. and Australian dollar-denominated bonds. Currently, they offer over 250 bonds and an extensive range of U.S. Treasury bonds with varying maturities. By leveraging the bond search functionalities and comparison capabilities, investors can discover products suitable for their financial strategies.

Additional Services

• - Real-time Currency Exchange Transactions: Execute transactions at current rates with no fees on USD/JPY exchanges for customers enrolled in internet plans (excluding Plan C).
• - Foreign Currency Deposit and Withdrawal Services: Customers can make fee-free transfers between SBI Shinsei Bank or Shinkin SBI Net Bank and SBI Securities for available currencies without various fees.
• - Interest Payment Method Selection Service: Users can choose between three methods to receive interest/redemption payouts: foreign currency, yen, or automatic purchases of foreign currency-denominated MMF.
• - Foreign Currency Bond Redemption Rate Promotion: When redeeming yen-denominated bonds, customers can purchase new or existing bonds in the same currency at favorable exchange rates.

Conclusion

The new features in the SBI Securities bond trading site cater to the growing demand for accessible investment tools. By integrating sophisticated functions like the risk-return analysis, they are reinforcing their commitment to providing favorable investment environments. This suite of enhancements marks a significant step toward equipping investors with the necessary tools to make astute financial decisions.