In the early part of the 20th century, stock yields were higher than bond yields, because of stocks' high risk and volatility. That ended in 1958, when, for the first time, dividend yields fell below long-term government bond interest rates. More . . . Let the air out. Blow it up again.
Many people confuse the words.
But it appears the Federal Reserve may look for anecdotes to concoct an antidote for this ailing economy. Criminal courts tackle the question every day. Contact Don Bauder via e-mail .