US savers

A comparison of certificate of deposit rates at major US banks including Chase, Bank of America, and Citibank was published for Sept. 30, 2026. The rundown gives savers a snapshot of what large institutions are currently paying, letting them weigh big-bank convenience against the typically higher yields offered elsewhere.

Fortune has published a roundup of the best certificate of deposit rates currently offered by major US banks, including Chase, Bank of America, and Citibank, as of September 29, 2026. The comparison helps savers see where their money can earn the most. Rate roundups tend to draw attention whenever interest rate expectations shift and savers look to lock in yields.

New guidance for retirees weighing dividend income breaks down how much money is needed to retire comfortably in each US state, highlighting wide cost-of-living differences between them. The analysis is drawing attention from readers planning retirement budgets, as it suggests savers in lower-cost states can live comfortably on considerably less than those in pricier coastal regions.

The US Securities and Exchange Commission has proposed expanding retail investor access to private markets, potentially letting ordinary investors put money into assets like private companies and funds that were long reserved for institutions and wealthy accredited investors. The proposal has drawn attention from financial commentators, with supporters seeing broader opportunity for everyday investors and critics warning of added risk and limited disclosures in less-regulated private markets.