Annual percentage yield (APY) is the effective annual rate of return on an investment. Learn how it accounts for compounding interest and how it differs from APR.

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You may notice if you’re shopping for a savings account that banks advertise both an interest rate and an annual percentage rate, or APY. While an account’s interest rate can give you a basic idea of ...

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For savers, earning a competitive return isn’t just about seeing your balance grow – it’s about maintaining your money’s purchasing power over time. When your savings account’s annual percentage yield ...

September is turning out to be a strong month for savers -- so far. Top high-yield savings accounts (HYSAs) are offering between 4.00% and 5.00% APY -- well above the rates you'll find at most big ...