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Fed Hikes Interest Rates Yet Again: What the Experts Are Saying
Federal Reserve The Fed tweaked its hawkish policy on interest rates even as the fight against inflation took precedence over turmoil in the banking sector.
By Dan Burrows • Last updated
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Savings Calculator: Check How Much Your Money Will Grow
Tools Whether you’ve just opened a CD or a high-yield savings account, this calculator can easily show you how much cash you’ll have after a specified period of time.
By Erin Bendig • Published
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What is APY?
Savings Here's everything you need to know about APY, the important factor in how much your savings could earn in a year.
By Erin Bendig • Published
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Kiplinger’s Interest Rates Outlook: Rates Likely to Rise Again After Banking Crisis is Over
Economic Forecasts Kiplinger’s Interest Rates Outlook: Rates Likely to Rise Again After Banking Crisis is Over
By David Payne • Last updated
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1-Year CD Rates March 2023
Savings Many 1-year CD accounts are already offering rates of 5% or more. We look at the options on the market.
By Erin Bendig • Published
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February CPI Report: What the Experts Are Saying About Inflation
CPI Hot underlying data in the CPI report most likely means more rate hikes from the Federal Reserve.
By Dan Burrows • Published
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What is FDIC, NCUA and SIPC Insurance — What Are the Limits?
FDIC, NCUA, and SIPC insurance provides important protection for your savings and investments but what are the limits? How much of your money is covered?
By Erin Bendig • Last updated
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Will Savings Rates Go Up in 2023?
National savings rates have been rising steadily since March 2022, and are expected to rise through 2023. How high could rates go and should you switch?
By Erin Bendig • Last updated
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How to Open a Savings Account Online
You may be wondering how to open a savings account online. The process is usually simple and straightforward — with just a few steps you’ll be able to start saving your hard-earned cash.
By Erin Bendig • Published