Bonds, money-market instruments and CDs differ in terms of yield, risk and liquidity. The best option differs depending on ...

CD rates are a decent place to earn interest on savings, but there are a few smarter ways to grow (and protect) your money.

Today's highest CD rate is 4.94% for CD. CD rates from online banks are commonly twice as high as the national average rates. CD ladders let you leverage high rates without locking up all of your ...

Synchrony's online CDs combine strong rates, no minimum balance requirements, and flexible term options -- a smart move in today's cooling rate environment.

CDs aren't paying enough of a premium to entice me locking in funds and giving up access to my cash. Here's why I'm sticking ...

Bank CDs offer a fixed interest rate for a stated period of time, without the market risk of losing the principal. While yields have been low for some time, they have been increasing as the Federal ...

Both a savings account and a certificate of deposit (CD) keep your money safe and earn interest. But the former allows you to withdraw funds whenever, while the latter keeps it locked up for a set ...

The retirement planning landscape has shifted dramatically over the past decade. With traditional pensions becoming increasingly rare and Social Security facing long-term funding challenges, Americans ...

The typical CD minimum balance is $1,000, but consider how much savings you’d be willing to commit to a CD. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who ...