Yield in finance refers to the income generated from an investment, typically expressed as a percentage based on dividends, interest, or capital gains.
Zero-based budgeting is a financial planning method where each budget cycle requires justification for expenses from a zero base, disregarding previous budgets.
A zero-cost hedge is a risk management strategy where a financial position is secured without upfront payment, using options or other financial instruments to protect against losses without an initial cost.