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Certificates of deposit offer peace of mind, but they’re not without some drawbacks.

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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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