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Glossary

Yield curve

A chart of bond yields across maturities.

A chart of bond yields across maturities.

In practice

A chart of bond yields across maturities. Understanding it helps you read the rest of our coverage with confidence.

Frequently asked

Why does Yield curve matter?
Because it changes how you should read the numbers.
Is Yield curve the same everywhere?
Definitions vary slightly by region and source.