These are the best banks for certificate-of-deposit customers. All offer above-average CD yields and each does at least one additional thing well, whether it’s allowing customers to take advantage of ...

A certificate of deposit, or CD, is an excellent place to park cash you don’t need immediately. The federal government insures it, and it usually pays more than a standard savings account. Its yield ...

A year ago, the national average rate for a 12-month CD was 1.86%, according to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). At the same time, you could find numerous top-performing CDs ...

The decision surrounding which CD account to open right now is a personal one, depending on your financial circumstances and your ability to keep your money untouched for the full CD term (or length).