The Treasury sets new I bond interest rates in May and November. Bonds have historically been considered conservative fixed-income investments, less flashy than stocks. But Series I savings bonds ...

On Sept. 18, 2024, the Federal Reserve cut rates for the first time in over four years, lowering the target federal funds range by half a percentage point, or 50 basis points, to 4.75% to 5.00%.

Word art is a form of expression that can transform a room into a more personal and meaningful space. Top designers share how to keep it fresh and modern. Whether you’re a fan of word art or ...

Despite its large presence, Wells Fargo savings accounts earn relatively low interest rates. Depending on the savings account, you can earn higher rates with larger balances—but even these rates ...

The Art Gallery of Ontario has visitors’ hearts racing with its latest experience: a heart rate monitor designed to give insights into viewing habits and preferences. Debuted on September 17 ...

Commissions do not affect our editors' opinions or evaluations. After skyrocketing during and after the pandemic, mortgage rates are down more than 1% from their October 2023 peak. But what’s ...

The central bank raised Russia’s benchmark interest rate to 21 percent during its regular monetary policy meeting. That makes borrowing in the country even more expensive than at the start of ...

David McMillin writes about credit cards, mortgages, banking, taxes and travel. Based in Chicago, he writes with one objective in mind: Help readers figure out how to save more and stress less.

US mortgage rates rose again this week, the fourth-straight weekly increase. That rise in borrowing costs has undone some of the relief Americans felt this summer when mortgage rates fell in ...

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Mortgage rates rose to the highest level since early August last week. The average rate on the standard 30-year fixed mortgage reached 6.54%, according to a survey of lenders by Freddie Mac.

Check out Jack's research. Looking at the average rates of certificates of deposits (CDs) over time is a useful way to measure whether the yields currently being offered are competitive.