While the interest earnings each account offers may be similar, there's more than that for savers to consider now.

The interest earnings on a $10,000 CD remain substantial, but that's not the only reason why you should open one now.

The decision between the two savings vehicles needs to be viewed through today's unique economic prism.

Products like high-yield savings accounts and certificates of deposit (CDs) have been a boon for savers in recent years, offering higher-than-average rates and, in turn, the opportunity to earn solid ...

If you have money set aside and are wondering where to put it to earn interest, two options are money market accounts, known as MMAs, and certificates of deposit, or CDs. Both of these bank account ...

CDs and high-yield savings accounts both earn more than traditional savings accounts. CDs require you to lock in your money for the duration of your term. Fluctuating interest rates play a key role in ...

With more than 15 years of experience crafting content about all aspects of personal finance, Michael Benninger knows how to identify smart moves for your money. His work has been published by Intuit, ...

Kelly is a former editor for CNET Money covering banking. She has over 10 years of experience in personal finance and previously wrote for CBS MoneyWatch covering banking, investing, insurance and ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. True Tamplin is on a mission to bring financial literacy into schools. A certificate of deposit (CD) offers a fixed interest rate ...

Certificates of deposit (CDs) look great on paper. Right now, the average 1-year CD pays about four times more interest than the average savings account. CDs are safe and predictable, and some earn ...