What is yield?

In investing, yield refers to the income return on an investment. It represents how much an investor earns from an investment over a specific period of time, typically measured relative to the investment’s cost basis or the current market value. Yield is typically expressed as a percentage.

You can calculate yield for various types of investments, including traditional investments like stocks and bonds, as well as alternative investments like real estate and private equity.

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