It was not too long ago that low-risk investments like Treasury bills were the underdogs of the financial world. While T-bills provide a safe place to store your savings while earning a fixed interest rate, they were simply not worth the low returns they offered — especially when compared to the flexibility of savings accounts.
Then, in 2022, something unusual happened: Interest rates started increasing, and they just kept on shooting upward, until the rates on some T-bills, and even savings accounts, passed 5%.
In 2024, anyone who wants to earn a competitive rate on their short-to-mid-term savings would be wise to consider both as options. Which one is best for you: A high-yield savings account or Treasury bill? The answer mainly depends on when you need your money back.
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