Term premium and rates trading

Based on the most helpful WSO content, the term funding premium and the term structure of swap spreads are crucial concepts in understanding how to trade the yield curve effectively. However, the specific details about "term funding premium" and "term structure of swap spreads" are not directly covered in the provided context.

For a general understanding, the term structure of swap spreads refers to the difference in yield between a swap and a risk-free government bond (like Treasuries) of the same maturity. This spread can indicate various market conditions, including credit risk and liquidity preferences. Trading the yield curve involves strategies that capitalize on changes in the shape of the yield curve, which can be influenced by these spreads.

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