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This is an information service. By browsing on the website and/or using our search tools, you are asking RateCity to provide you with information about Term Deposits from multiple financial institutions. We will try to show you a range of products in response to your request for information. The search results do not include all providers, for further details refer to our FSCG. We are not a credit provider, and in giving you product information we are not making any suggestion or recommendation to you about a particular credit product. If you decide to apply for a Term Deposit, you will deal directly with a financial institution, and not with RateCity.

Interest Rates

Term deposit interest rates vary depending on the amount of money you invest, the term you invest for and by the financial institution. So it really pays to weight up your options at a financial comparison website such as RateCity.

By visiting the site, you'll save hours otherwise spent sifting through the hundreds of term deposit options available in the market. You'll also save extra in interest by shopping around for the best interest rates on your term deposit.

Just be aware that while top interest rates are key to maximising your final balance at maturity, there are a few other considerations that may help you choose the best term deposit for your situation.

For instance, some other features of a term deposit may include a roll-over feature, partial withdrawal and also the payment frequency.

A roll-over feature refers to an account which will automatically roll over to a new account with the same term once it reaches maturity if you don't instruct otherwise. Most financial institutions will alert you to the maturity date, so you can reassess your situation at that time.

Some financial institutions may pay interest on your term deposit at maturity, while others pay interest monthly, which is also referred to as compound interest. This means that interest is added to the principal, so from then on, the interest that has been added itself earns interest. This feature can have a significant impact on your final balance, so it's worth taking into consideration when comparing features and interest rates on your high interest term deposit.

The table below displays some of today's highest interest rates for 90 day term deposits.
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About Term Deposits Articles

RateCity provides term deposit news and features, including a range of weekly stories and economic updates. By checking our term deposit news and features daily, you can ensure that you receive up to date, expert commentary on current financial and economic issues. Before you search, compare or apply for the best term deposit for you, help yourself understand the market by reading mortgage news and features at RateCity.