The phrase "paltry yields" means that the output or results are very small, insignificant, or unsatisfactory.
Sentences with «paltry yields»
The reality of low rates leaves government bonds paying paltry yields. (moneysense.ca)
Today bond holdings have become considerably less attractive, combining paltry yields with a high possibility of capital losses year to year as interest rates tick upward from historic lows. (moneysense.ca)
While the firm pays a relatively paltry yield of 0.6 %, it trades at a sharp discount to its net asset value and at just 5 times earnings. (moneysense.ca)