11.   Rising bond yields are generally bad for stocks, because more lucrative returns on bonds can present investors with an appealing alternative to stock investing.

12.   Rising bond yields can make it difficult for stocks to advance, in part because they can present an appealing alternative to investors looking for stable returns.

13.   Rising yields can hurt stocks by presenting an appealing alternative to more volatile stocks.

14.   Such measures can only make rebel leader Laurent Kabila a more appealing alternative, Derycke said.

15.   Stocks were mostly lower today as bond yields soared, offering an appealing alternative for investors seeking less volatile investments.