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Vidhu Bajaj

Personal Finance Writer

Some of the top-rated term deposits in October 2024

Consider term length, features, and benefits and compare term deposit options for October 2024 that align with your personal savings goals.

Term Deposits

09 Oct, 2024

3 min read

Some of the top-rated term deposits in October 2024
Mark Bristow

Personal Finance Editor

Some of the top-rated term deposits in September 2024

Some of Australia’s banks and Authorised Deposit-taking Institutions (ADIs) have begun slashing rates on term deposit offers, possibly in anticipation of future cuts to the cash rate from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA).

Term Deposits

03 Sep, 2024

3 min read

Some of the top-rated term deposits in September 2024
Mark Bristow

Personal Finance Editor

How easily can you access your savings? Some of the top-rated term deposits in August 2024

New figures show that Australians saved less money at the end of the financial year, though we may soon be putting more cash back in the bank. When it comes to term deposits, it’s important to consider how easily you’ll be able to access your money if you need it.

Term Deposits

02 Aug, 2024

3 min read

How easily can you access your savings? Some of the top-rated term deposits in August 2024
Mark Bristow

Personal Finance Editor

Which banks hold the most of Australia’s money? Some of the top-rated term deposits in July 2024

Australians are reportedly depositing more of their money into banks. With this money guaranteed by the Australian government, you can worry less about which banks can keep your money safe, and more on which banks can offer you a better deal on a term deposit.

Term Deposits

05 Jul, 2024

3 min read

Which banks hold the most of Australia’s money? Some of the top-rated term deposits in July 2024
Mark Bristow

Personal Finance Editor

Where can Australians put their record-level savings? Some of the top-rated term deposits in May 2024

Australians are reportedly saving record amounts of money, according to recently released statistics. If you want to put part of your savings into a term deposit, it’s worth comparing your options to help ensure you’re selecting an option that will suit your needs.

Term Deposits

13 May, 2024

3 min read

Where can Australians put their record-level savings? Some of the top-rated term deposits in May 2024
Mark Bristow

Personal Finance Editor

Some of the top-rated term deposits in April 2024

When working out where to invest or deposit your money, should a term deposit get a look-in? While term deposit returns may not be the highest of all investment options, their relative reliability and security could make them worth considering.

Term Deposits

12 Apr, 2024

3 min read

Some of the top-rated term deposits in April 2024
Mark Bristow

Personal Finance Editor

Some of the top-rated term deposits in March 2024

Could a term deposit help to safeguard part of your wealth from uncertainty? Selecting the best solutions to protect your assets and grow your investments isn’t always easy, but there are a range of options to consider.

Term Deposits

15 Mar, 2024

4 min read

Some of the top-rated term deposits in March 2024
Mark Bristow

Personal Finance Editor

How far can your savings take you? Some of the top-rated term deposits in February 2024

Has your term deposit been effectively losing you money in the past? With Australia’s inflation falling faster than expected, it may be getting easier to find term deposits that can keep your money from going backwards. But it’s important to compare the available options and choose a term deposit that will suit your needs and help you reach your savings goals.

Term Deposits

12 Feb, 2024

3 min read

How far can your savings take you? Some of the top-rated term deposits in February 2024
Mark Bristow

Personal Finance Editor

Some of the top-rated term deposits in January 2024

Australians concerned about how shifting interest rates could affect their savings in 2024 could consider locking in a term deposit interest rate. However, it’s essential to carefully compare term deposits before you commit to help ensure your choice matches your personal goals and financial needs.

Term Deposits

16 Jan, 2024

3 min read

Some of the top-rated term deposits in January 2024
Mark Bristow

Personal Finance Editor

Some of the top-rated term deposits in December 2023

With the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) keeping the national cash rate on hold at 4.35% in December 2023, not a lot of movement is expected for term deposit interest rates in the immediate future. But with some economists forecasting that the RBA could hike rates again in February 2024 if inflation doesn’t fall fast enough, It may become possible to give your savings an extra boost later in the new year.

Term Deposits

05 Dec, 2023

2 min read

Some of the top-rated term deposits in December 2023
Peter Terlato

Personal Finance Editor

Stash your savings: top term deposits for November 2023

If you’re considering putting away some of your hard-earned savings, you may want to compare several term deposit accounts to discover those offering the most attractive rates and features that fit your savings goals.

Term Deposits

10 Nov, 2023

2 min read

Stash your savings: top term deposits for November 2023
Alex Ritchie

Personal Finance Editor

If the cash rate is cut, will my term deposit rate go down?

While the RBA cash rate may influence term deposit rates, the relationship is not always immediate; especially for existing customers locked into a fixed rate.

Term Deposits

07 Nov, 2023

4 min read

If the cash rate is cut, will my term deposit rate go down?