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High-Yield Savings Rates: June 2026

High-Yield Savings Rates: June 2026

The top high-yield savings account pays 5.00% APY—more than 13 times the national average. Compare the 22 best nationwide savings rates for June 2026, plus minimums, requirements, and how to choose the right account for you.

Best CD Rates June 2026: 4.50% APY

Best CD Rates June 2026: 4.50% APY

Nuvision Credit Union leads with a 4.50% APY 5-month CD, but rates are slipping as the Fed holds steady. See today's top nationwide CD rates, terms, and how to lock in the best yield before rates drop.

Best Life Insurance Companies for June 2026

Best Life Insurance Companies for June 2026

Investopedia surveyed 45 providers to find the best life insurance companies of the year. Nationwide tops the list overall, but specialists like Banner, MassMutual, and Penn Mutual lead categories from cheap term premiums to high-value no-medical-exam coverage.

Mortgage Rates Today: Compare Current June 2026 Rates

Mortgage Rates Today: Compare Current June 2026 Rates

The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate hit 6.61% on June 11, with shorter terms even lower. See today's full rate table across loan types, plus expert tips on landing the best rate and what the Fed could mean for borrowers.

Markets News June 12: Indexes Close Higher, Oil Falls

Markets News June 12: Indexes Close Higher, Oil Falls

Stocks closed higher for the week as SpaceX soared 19% in the largest IPO ever, vaulting Elon Musk past $1 trillion. Meanwhile oil fell, Adobe sank to an eight-year low, and the Fed prepares for a new era.

High-Demand Bachelor's Degrees With Highest Salaries

High-Demand Bachelor's Degrees With Highest Salaries

Wondering which bachelor's degree pays best with job security? Aerospace engineering tops the list with a $125,000 median mid-career salary and just a 1.4% unemployment rate, according to Federal Reserve data. See the full top 10 ranking.

Retirement Cities for Hikers: 9 Trail-Ready Towns

Retirement Cities for Hikers: 9 Trail-Ready Towns

Dreaming of trails after work? These nine cities from Investopedia's 100 Best Places to Retire pair national parks, Appalachian routes, and river bluffs with low costs, good healthcare, and tax-friendly perks for active retirees.