Today, we'll help you determine for yourself whether now (or any time) is a good time to buy CDs. To get there, we'll review ...

CD rates are above 5.00% right now, which is a much higher rate than banks have offered for a very long time. With their FDIC-insured status and impressive yields, certificates of deposit have become ...

Haven’t you heard? CDs are back! They’re not quite enjoying the same renaissance as vinyl, and they still haven’t managed to gain the quirky hipster cachet of cassettes, but the dear old compact disc ...

Sure, interest rates are slipping on the heels of the Federal Reserve's 0.50% cut to its benchmark interest rate a few weeks ago, but I can still give you two good reasons to consider buying CDs ...

The Federal Reserve just cut rates for the first time since 2020, by 50 basis points. This could certainly cause CD interest rates to move lower, although not by as much as you might think. With this ...

The Federal Reserve may cut interest rates in 2025. Near-term rate cuts would probably have very little effect on your CD earnings. High-yield savings accounts and the stock market may be better ...

Did you ever think you'd see a day where you could buy vinyl records but not CDs? According to Billboard, that's what you'll find at Best Buy starting this July. The retailer reportedly plans to pull ...

Discover how CDs work, offering secure savings with fixed interest rates. Learn about terms, early withdrawal penalties, and how they compare to other accounts.

Misfit terms like 11 or 13 months can offer bargains—but require extra attention Written By Written by Contributor, Buy Side Martha C. White is a contributor to Buy Side and a finance expert, ...

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Learn how to open a Certificate of Deposit (CD) in easy steps. Compare providers, choose your CD type, submit an application, ...