Why is the yield curve a leading economic indicator?

A. The yield curve can invert, meaning long-term rates are lower than short-term rates, indicating sophisticated investors feel rate cuts are coming, signaling changes to come.

B. The yield curve is shaped like a pillow, with all points concave to rising rates.

C. The yield curve leans into the future with its stated rates 30 years forward.

D. The yield curve is in fact not a leading economic indicator.