Among the most attractive marketable treasury obligations in recent years have been treasury inflation protected securities (TIPS) whose value rose from zero in 1996 to a 2009 value of nearly $570 billion.

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Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS) have indeed become increasingly popular since their introduction in 1997, with their value growing significantly over the years as they offer protection against inflation, making them attractive to investors.

Among the Most Attractive Marketable Treasury Obligations in Recent Years