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Yield Curve
What does it mean?
A graphic line chart that shows interest rates at a specific point for all securities having equal risk, but different maturity dates. For bonds, it typically compares the 2 or 5 year treasury with the 30 year.
In Other Words...
Securities with longer maturities usually have a higher yield. If short term securities offer a higher yield, then the curve is said to be inverted.
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Related Terms
Flat Yield Curve | Inverted Yield Curve | Normal Yield Curve | Yield | Yield Elbow
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