HomeDefinitionsCompareDebt BenchmarkThe financial definition for Benchmark:The performance of a predetermined set of securities, used for comparison purposes. Such sets may be based on published indexes or may be customized to suit an investment strategy. Similar MatchesBenchmark errorBenchmark errorUse of an inappropriate proxy for the true market portfolio. Benchmark issueBenchmark issueAlso called on-the-run or current-coupon issue or bellwether issues. In the secondary market, the benchmark issue is the most recently auctioned Treasury issues for each maturity. Post trade benchmarksPost trade benchmarksPrices after the decision to trade. Further SuggestionsPre trade benchmarksWorld Equity Benchmark Series (WEBS) Click to compare definitions of Benchmark Click to view definitions beginning be |