What are the current Treasury bill rates?

Currently, Treasury bill rates are hovering around 2% even for the 1 year bill. This can be contrasted with two years ago when the rates were much higher, around 4%, and also very close to current rate levels for the 2-3 and 3-4 year treasuries. In fact, on average Treasury Bill rates have a yield of around 4.5%.

How are treasury bills priced?

Treasury bills are priced at a discount. The return to the investor is the difference between the purchase price and the par value. The rate of return is calculated by dividing this difference by the purchase price and expressing the result as an annual percentage rate, using a 365-day year.

What are treasury bills?

Treasury bills (or treasury bills) are short-term securities that fall due within one year or less of the date of issue. Treasury bills are purchased at a price less than or equal to their face value, and when they mature, the treasury pays their face value. How do you make money from Treasury bills?