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High-yield savings rates reach 4.50% on Oct. 1
Original: Today’s top high-yield savings rates: Up to 4.50% on Oct. 1, 2026
The top high-yield savings accounts are paying as much as 4.50% as of October 1, 2026, according to Fortune's daily rate roundup. Savers comparing accounts can still find well-above-average returns, though rates vary widely between banks and can change with Federal Reserve policy. Shoppers are advised to check terms and minimums before opening an account.
Why now: Savers are tracking daily rate changes to find the best returns amid shifting interest-rate conditions.
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