Series I savings bonds have drawn a lot of attention over the last few years as inflation flew. Back in 2022, billions of dollars of I-bonds were sold when their interest rate ran up to 9.62%. As ...

I-bonds offer interest based on a fixed rate plus inflation, compounding semiannually for up to 30 years. The minimum I-bond holding is one year, while early redemption within five years forfeits ...

I Bonds sold from November 2025 through April 2026 will have a 4.03% yield. This consists of a 0.90% fixed rate plus a 3.12% inflation adjustment. I Bonds can protect you from inflation, but it's ...

The flexibility of I Bonds make them unique in providing defense against both inflation and deflation. I Bond yields are currently better than those of all super-safe Treasuries out to 10 years.

Series I Savings Bonds remain a hedge against inflation, but their appeal is waning as rates are expected to drop and other cash alternatives become more competitive. TIPS offer superior real yields ...

For many baby boomers, receiving savings bonds as a gift was a rite of passage. Whether we’re talking about major life events like birth, graduations, weddings or other celebratory events, passing ...

This third and final column on bonds is focused on understanding the risks that come with investing in bonds. While many ...

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