{"id":725,"date":"2026-02-06T23:11:38","date_gmt":"2026-02-06T23:11:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/foreignnewstoday.com\/?p=725"},"modified":"2026-02-06T23:11:38","modified_gmt":"2026-02-06T23:11:38","slug":"lock-in-the-highest-rates","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/foreignnewstoday.com\/?p=725","title":{"rendered":"Lock in the highest rates"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START -->If you\u2019re looking for a way to lock in a competitive return without tying up your savings for too long, a 2-year <a href=\"https:\/\/finance.yahoo.com\/personal-finance\/banking\/article\/best-cd-rates-201308688.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:certificate of deposit;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\">certificate of deposit<\/a> (CD) could strike the right balance. With interest rates still relatively elevated compared to historical averages \u2014 but potentially headed lower in the near future \u2014 a 2-year CD could help you secure a predictable rate over the next 24 months.<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START -->Our team evaluated dozens of accounts to determine the best 2-year CDs available today. Here\u2019s a look at the accounts that made our top 10 (<a href=\"#best-2-year-cds-methodology\" data-jump-link=\"\" data-ylk=\"slk:see our full methodology here;elm:anchor_tag;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">see our full methodology here<\/a>).<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p> <iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"CDS Widget\" src=\"https:\/\/templates.cds.yahoo.com\/remote\/widget?campaignId=4ec2331a-fbb0-4230-81e2-d38f75a95135&amp;lineItemId=b7208155-7380-48c1-bb53-9755099a0699&amp;contentId=5297bd25-ec75-44fd-a530-c7165346a1c0&amp;viewId=bv3LCIxAG5qrQ3_NVWifRQ&amp;providerId=yahoo_personal_finance_397&amp;site=finance&amp;spaceId=1183300100&amp;commerceSiteId=us-finance-pnr\" scrolling=\"no\" height=\"480\" data-testid=\"iframe-with-resizer\" class=\"yf-16wd5dt\"><\/iframe> <\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START -->The following is a snapshot of our picks for the best 2-year CDs available today. Keep reading for more details about these accounts.<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START --><a data-i13n=\"cpos:2;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.primealliance.bank\/cds#1\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Prime Alliance Bank\u2019s 24-month CD;cpos:2;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Prime Alliance Bank\u2019s 24-month CD<\/a> offers 3.8% APY with a minimum opening deposit of $500. Interest on this CD is compounded and credited monthly.<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START --><a data-i13n=\"cpos:3;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/finance.yahoo.com\/personal-finance\/banking\/review\/prime-alliance-bank-review-215952064.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Read our full review of Prime Alliance Bank;cpos:3;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\"><strong>Read our full review of Prime Alliance Bank<\/strong><\/a><!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START --><a data-i13n=\"cpos:4;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.marcus.com\/us\/en\/savings\/high-yield-cds\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:The Marcus by Goldman Sachs 24-month CD;cpos:4;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">The Marcus by Goldman Sachs 24-month CD<\/a> offers 3.95% APY \u2014 nearly three times the national average. Interest compounds daily. You must deposit a minimum of $500 to open an account.<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START -->The penalty for making an early withdrawal from this account is 180 days\u2019 interest on the original principal balance at the interest rate in effect for the account.<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START --><a data-i13n=\"cpos:5;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/finance.yahoo.com\/personal-finance\/banking\/review\/marcus-by-goldman-sachs-review-185632289.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Read our full review of Marcus by Goldman Sachs;cpos:5;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\"><strong>Read our full review of Marcus by Goldman Sachs<\/strong><\/a><!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START --><a data-i13n=\"cpos:6;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.synchronybank.com\/banking\/cd\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Synchrony Bank\u2019s 24-month CD;cpos:6;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Synchrony Bank\u2019s 24-month CD<\/a> boasts 3.5% APY with no monthly maintenance fees or minimum balance requirements. Interest on this account is compounded daily and credited monthly.<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START -->The penalty for making an early withdrawal from this CD is equal to 180 days\u2019 simple interest at the current rate.<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START --><a data-i13n=\"cpos:7;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/finance.yahoo.com\/personal-finance\/banking\/review\/synchrony-bank-review-155341158.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Read our full review of Synchrony Bank;cpos:7;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\"><strong>Read our full review of Synchrony Bank<\/strong><\/a><!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START -->Depositors who prefer a credit union over a traditional bank may be interested in <a data-i13n=\"cpos:8;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.americafirst.com\/accounts\/certificate-accounts\/regular-cd.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:America First Credit Union\u2019s 24-month CD;cpos:8;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">America First Credit Union\u2019s 24-month CD<\/a>. This account offers 4.05% APY with a minimum opening deposit of $500 required.<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START -->To become a member of America First Credit Union, you\u2019ll need to submit an online application and meet certain eligibility requirements.<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START --><a data-i13n=\"cpos:9;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/finance.yahoo.com\/personal-finance\/banking\/review\/america-first-credit-union-review-204737529.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Read our full review of America First Credit Union;cpos:9;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\"><strong>Read our full review of America First Credit Union<\/strong><\/a><!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START -->American Express doesn\u2019t just offer credit cards. The banking arm of American Express offers a number of banking products and services. This includes high-yield CDs; its <a data-i13n=\"cpos:10;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.americanexpress.com\/en-us\/banking\/online-savings\/cd-account\/?inav=us_menu_banking_personal_savings_certificates_of_deposit\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:24-month CD;cpos:10;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">24-month CD<\/a> offers 3% APY with no minimum deposit required. Interest compounds daily.<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START --><a data-i13n=\"cpos:11;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/finance.yahoo.com\/personal-finance\/banking\/review\/american-express-national-bank-review-001143058.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Read our full review of American Express National Bank;cpos:11;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\"><strong>Read our full review of American Express National Bank<\/strong><\/a><!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START --><a data-i13n=\"cpos:12;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.quontic.com\/resources\/rate-sheet\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Quontic\u2019s 24-month CD;cpos:12;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Quontic\u2019s 24-month CD<\/a> currently provides 3.35% APY with a minimum deposit of $500 required. Interest compounds daily and is credited monthly. There are no monthly service fees.<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START -->One major drawback of this CD: The penalty for making an early withdrawal is equal to the interest for the full length of the term.<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START --><a data-i13n=\"cpos:13;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/finance.yahoo.com\/personal-finance\/banking\/review\/quontic-bank-review-162546260.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Read our full review of Quontic Bank;cpos:13;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\"><strong>Read our full review of Quontic Bank<\/strong><\/a><!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START -->Bank5Connect is an online-only bank offering competitive rates on its deposit products. The current rate for <a data-i13n=\"cpos:14;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bank5connect.com\/products\/cds\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:its 24-month CD;cpos:14;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">its 24-month CD<\/a> is 3.2% APY, and a minimum of $500 is needed to open an account. Interest compounds monthly.<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START -->The penalty for early withdrawals is equal to six months&#8217; interest on the amount withdrawn.<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START --><a data-i13n=\"cpos:15;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/finance.yahoo.com\/personal-finance\/banking\/review\/bank5-connect-review-213751126.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Read our full review of Bank5 Connect;cpos:15;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\"><strong>Read our full review of Bank5 Connect<\/strong><\/a><!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START --><a data-i13n=\"cpos:16;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.baskbank.com\/current-rates\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Bask Bank\u2019s 24-month CD;cpos:16;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Bask Bank\u2019s 24-month CD<\/a> has a higher minimum opening deposit at $1,000. So, this account may not be the best option if you\u2019re still working on building up your savings.<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START -->Those who do qualify benefit from 3.65% APY and daily interest compounding. The penalty for making a withdrawal before your CD hits maturity is 180 days\u2019 simple interest based on the principal amount withdrawn.<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START --><a data-i13n=\"cpos:17;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/finance.yahoo.com\/personal-finance\/banking\/review\/bask-bank-review-205700213.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Read our full review of Bask Bank;cpos:17;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\"><strong>Read our full review of Bask Bank<\/strong><\/a><!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START --><a data-i13n=\"cpos:18;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tabbank.com\/cd-rates-terms\/)\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:TAB Bank offers a 2-year CD;cpos:18;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">TAB Bank offers a 2-year CD<\/a> that earns an impressive 3.82% APY. There is a $1,000 minimum opening deposit requirement. Interest is compounded daily and credited monthly.<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START --><a data-i13n=\"cpos:19;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/finance.yahoo.com\/personal-finance\/banking\/review\/tab-bank-review-215932734.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Read our full review of TAB Bank;cpos:19;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\"><strong>Read our full review of TAB Bank<\/strong><\/a><!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START --><a data-i13n=\"cpos:20;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/secure.money.com\/pr\/t1549e20d3ef\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Bread Savings\u2019 24-month CD;cpos:20;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Bread Savings\u2019 24-month CD<\/a> offers a competitive 3.75% APY, though the minimum opening deposit for this account is the highest on our list at $1,500. Interest is compounded daily and credited monthly.<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START --><a data-i13n=\"cpos:21;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/finance.yahoo.com\/personal-finance\/banking\/review\/bread-savings-review-203340890.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Read our full review of Bread Savings;cpos:21;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;\" class=\"link  yahoo-link\"><strong>Read our full review of Bread Savings<\/strong><\/a><!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START -->Whether a 2-year CD is \u201cworth it\u201d depends on your goals, where rates are now, and what alternatives you\u2019re considering. Choosing this term length allows you to lock in a competitive interest rate for two years, which can be beneficial if rates are falling. However, it\u2019s important to consider whether you\u2019re able to keep your money tied up for two years \u2014 making a withdrawal before maturity will result in an early withdrawal penalty, which can wipe out some or all of your interest earnings.<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START -->The average interest rate for a 2-year CD is currently 1.41%. However, several banks and credit unions offer rates well above this average \u2014 as high as 4% in some cases.<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START -->Right now, the highest 2-year CD rate is offered by America First Credit Union. This account boasts 4.05% APY.<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START --><strong>Explore additional CD terms:<\/strong><!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<section class=\"up-next-container tw-block md:tw-hidden yf-1tgly48\">\n<header class=\"small  mb-4 yf-1kayatz font-condensed\"> <\/header>\n<\/section>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START -->Our grading system, collected and carefully reviewed by our personal finance experts, comprised over 300 data points for federally insured CDs with 2-year terms. We used this data to develop our list of the best CDs.<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START -->We evaluated these accounts according to several key metrics, including annual percentage yield, minimum opening deposit, compounding frequency, and more.<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START -->The accounts on our list could earn a maximum of 25 points across all metrics. Here\u2019s a closer look at the categories we considered:<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<ul class=\"yf-h8k6hx\">\n<li class=\"yf-h8k6hx\">\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START --><strong>Annual percentage yield (APY): <\/strong>Accounts with higher APYs were rewarded with more points than those with lower APYs. Note that rates on our list are current at the time of publishing, but are subject to change at any time.<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"yf-h8k6hx\">\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START --><strong>Minimum opening deposit: <\/strong>Many CDs require a minimum deposit to open an account. Accounts with no or low minimum deposit requirements ranked more favorably than those with higher opening deposit requirements.<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"yf-h8k6hx\">\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START --><strong>Compounding frequency: <\/strong>Compounding can occur daily, monthly, quarterly, or even annually. We awarded more points to accounts that compound interest frequently.<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"yf-h8k6hx\">\n<p class=\"yf-vbsvxt\"><!-- HTML_TAG_START --><strong>Customer service contact methods: <\/strong>Our team awarded one point for every contact method available to customers (phone, email, chat).<!-- HTML_TAG_END --><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure data-testid=\"article-figure-image\" class=\"yf-1ems0tc\">\n<div class=\"image-container yf-lglytj\" style=\"--max-height: 247px;\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapper yf-lglytj\" style=\"--aspect-ratio: 960 \/ 247; --img-max-width: 960px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/finance.yahoo.com\/personal-finance\/banking\/article\/best-cd-rates-201308688.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/Fdqj3ai0qGvqQm1fqkn2aw--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTI0NztjZj13ZWJw\/https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/os\/creatr-uploaded-images\/2025-09\/4e5903d0-8a62-11f0-b743-fc33b913cdac\" alt=\"CD banner\" loading=\"eager\" height=\"247\" width=\"960\" class=\"yf-lglytj  loaded\"\/><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure><\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/finance.yahoo.com\/personal-finance\/banking\/article\/best-2-year-cd-rates-203147337.html\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re looking for a way to lock in a competitive return without tying up your savings for too long, a 2-year certificate of deposit (CD)&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":726,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[31],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-725","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-business-finance"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/foreignnewstoday.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/725","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/foreignnewstoday.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/foreignnewstoday.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/foreignnewstoday.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/foreignnewstoday.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=725"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/foreignnewstoday.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/725\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/foreignnewstoday.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/726"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/foreignnewstoday.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=725"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/foreignnewstoday.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=725"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/foreignnewstoday.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=725"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}