When you open a CD, you'll lock in today's rates for the entire term. Here's how much you can earn.
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By
Kendall Little
Updated on: April 30, 2026 / 9:14 AM EDT
/ CBS News
Locking in today's top long-term CD rates could earn more than you'd expect over the life of the account.
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An 18-month CD will protect your money well into 2027 while allowing you to earn a substantial return in the interim.
A $90,000 CD account may feel unconventional, but the interest-earning ability is still worth knowing for savers.
