Yield curve dilemma: Inflation, investor caution and the prospect of rate cuts
Source: Live Mint The yield curve is a key barometer in financial markets, illustrating how interest rates vary across bond maturities. Typically, an upward-sloping curve signals optimism about economic growth, with longer-term bonds offering higher yields. However, when the curve inverts—where short-term yields surpass long-term ones—it can raise red flags, often seen as a precursor…