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CD rates forecast for 2024

CD investors continue to benefit from strong yields, while inflation gradually slows. Here's what you need to know before the year ends.

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Discover how CD interest rates have changed from 1984 to present and what we can learn from analyzing historical economic data.

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Calculate your estimated CD earnings

Enter your deposit amount along with the term and APY of the CD you are considering. See how much you could save when your CD reaches maturity.

Years
$ 11,677.40
Your total balance
    0500100015002000Year 1Year 2Year 3Year 4Year 5Your EarningsNational Ave...
    Interest earned by year month 5:
    Your earnings $1677.40
    National Average $481.52
    Total interest earned = $1677.40

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