An inverted yield curveAn inverted yield curve is a type of yield curve in which long-term bonds have lower yields than short-term bonds. Typically, yield curves are upward sloping, meaning that longer-t... is a type of yield curve in which long-term bondsUnited States Treasury securities are debt instruments issued by the United States government to finance its spending. Treasury securities come in a variety of forms, including bil... have lower yields than short-term bonds. Typically, yield curves are upward sloping, meaning that longer-term bonds have higher yields than short-term bonds.