Category

Fixed Income Rates

These words explain coupon income, rate moves, and how time affects bond sensitivity.

How to recognize this theme

Terms used when bond prices and yields are discussed.

In a daily board, this category groups terms by their shared role. Look for four cards that describe the same mechanism, risk area, or workflow rather than four words that merely sound similar.

Educational context

These entries are vocabulary notes for learning. They are not project endorsements, token recommendations, exchange rankings, or trading signals.

Coupon

A coupon is the regular interest payment a bond issuer pays to the holder.

Basis Point

A basis point is one-hundredth of one percentage point and is used for precise rate changes.

Duration

Duration estimates how much a bond's price may change when interest rates move.

Yield Curve

A yield curve plots interest rates or yields across different maturities.