Best 6 month CD rates paying 1.76% APY
The highest interest rates for 6 month CDs (certificates of deposit) which are nationally available currently sits at 1.76% APY, down roughly 0.05% APY from last week. The current national average for 6 month CD’s sits at 1.16% APY.
Ascencia Bank of Louisville Kentucky currently holds the number 1 spot with its 1.76% yield. They are a national bank and can accept deposits from any state. They require a minimum deposit of at least $500 and your interest is compounded monthly.
Sometimes banks and/or credit unions offer promotional rates for deposits which carry odd maturities such as 7 month CDs, 13 month CDs or 15 month CDs. America’s Credit Union currently has two noteworthy promotions going on. The first is a 7 month CD paying 2.0% APY with a minimum deposit of at least $500. The second promotion is a 13 month CD yielding 2.15% APY with a minimum deposit of $500 as well. If you know of a better 6 month CD rate (or similar promotional offer) through your local bank or credit union, please share by leaving a comment.
October 28th, 2009 at 6:24 pm
Best 6 month CD rates paying 1.76% APY » Bank Vibe…
The highest interest rates for 6 month CDs (certificates of deposit) which are nationally available currently sits at 1.76% APY, down roughly 0.05% APY from last week. The current national average for 6 month CD’s sits at 1.16% APY….