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26 Sep '22
Savings Bonds Revisited—9.6% Yield
Continue readingBack in May 2021, I initially discussed the surprising merits of the humble U.S. Savings Bond in my post SAVINGS BONDS – INFLATION HEDGE SERIES. At that time, the Series I bond was paying 3.54%. Today, Series I Savings Bonds yield 9.6%. These bonds are paying 9.62% annually for purchases through October 2022. This rate […]
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01 May '21
Savings Bonds – Inflation Hedge Series
Continue readingArguably, the simplest of all investments—U.S. Savings Bonds—may be the best current hedge against inflation available. As discussed in my prior post, Are TIPS a Good Investment, TIPS are nearly the perfect inflation hedge. Your return is fully protected from inflation since the bonds yield is adjusted based on actual inflation experienced. You receive a […]