CDs are a low-risk investment option that allows your money to grow at a fixed interest rate over a specific period. If you’re considering opening a certificate of deposit (CD) or already have one, ...

If your CD term is almost up, missing your bank's deadline could really cost you—with a lower APY and a new term commitment ...

If you want to earn a sizable (and quick) return on your money, a $10,000 short-term CD account could be worth it now.

A "CD ladder" might sound like some complex investing strategy, but it's actually very simple -- and profitable. And with interest rates on the decline, now is the perfect time to lock in a high APY ...

Certificate of deposit (CD) account rates may have peaked last year, but today's rates are still higher than historical averages. The question is where they'll go next. With rising inflation, an ...

CDs earning 4% APY provide guaranteed returns with FDIC insurance up to $250,000 — making them one of the safest investments available. A $10,000 CD at 4% APY earns $400 in one year, while a 5-year CD ...

J.R. Duren is a content marketing writer for CBS MoneyWatch's Managing Your Money team. If you're planning to open a CD this month or have CDs maturing in the coming weeks, the latest inflation news ...