51.   The benchmark yield yesterday rose to its highest in almost four months amid expectations the government will boost stock prices.

52.   The benchmark yield was unchanged from Thursday, in light year-end trading.

53.   The benchmark yield yesterday rose to the highest in almost four months amid expectations the government will boost stock prices.

54.   The benchmark yield has climbed more three-tenths of a percentage point in the past month.

55.   The benchmark yield has risen more than three-tenths of a percentage point in the past month.

56.   The benchmark yield has risen more three-tenths of a percentage point in the past month.

57.   The drop in benchmark government bond yields is a boon to corporations in need of funds.

58.   The new bond will also set a benchmark yield that could lower borrowing costs.

59.   The rise in benchmark government bond yields means higher rates for everything from auto loans to home mortgages.

60.   The yield curve is a measure of benchmark yields at various maturities.