term structure of interest rates


Term structure of interest rates

Relationship between interest rates on bonds of different maturities, usually depicted in the form of a graph often called a yield curve. Harvey shows that inverted term structures (long rates below short rates) have preceded every recession over the past 30 years.

term structure of interest rates

See yield curve.

term structure of interest rates

the relationship between the EFFECTIVE INTEREST RATE (yield) on a FINANCIAL SECURITY and the unexpired length of time to its maturity. This relationship is known as yield to maturity and can be calculated only for securities that have a fixed rate of interest and specified date of maturity, such as TREASURY BILLS and corporate DEBENTURES. CONSOLS are a notable exception as they do not have a redemption date.