We put together a video to provide a quick reminder/update on the great opportunity in I Bonds in today’s current high inflation environment. As noted, the current rate of 7.1% will be earned during the first 6 months and it is virtually certain that the rate during the next 6 Read More…
Inflation
The Federal Reserve vs. Inflation: Round One
Wednesday’s long-anticipated announcement by the Federal Reserve that the key Fed funds rate would increase by 25 basis points and the accompanying statement by Chairman Powell had the immediate impact of reassuring the markets. St. Patrick’s Day may not have brought pots of gold, but after thirteen no-good, very bad Read More…
7.1% Rate on A Safe Investment! I Bonds Deserve Attention
Treasury I Bonds are estimated to have a 7.1% rate beginning November 1, 2021. This is much better than comparable alternatives. If you have more than a nominal amount parked in checking & saving accounts or money market funds, you have bemoaned that you are earning 0% (or close to) Read More…