Savings Bonds
Savers offered exclusive savings plan from Nationwide
Nationwide Building Society is launching an exclusive Guaranteed Combination Plan. By taking out a Guaranteed Savings Bond (GSB) and a Guaranteed Equity Bond (GEB) together, this could help savers make the most of their money in the current low interest rate environment.
Fixed rate bond savers set for a big fall
Just 12 months ago savers had their pick of one year fixed rate bond products offering around seven per cent AER. But for those that invested in one of these deals a new reality awaits, with many rates dropping off significantly when the account reaches maturity.
Cater Allen fixed rate savings bonds paying up to 4.25% AER
This week Cater Allen Private Bank is launching a range of new fixed-term savings accounts, with a three year savings bond paying 4.25 per cent AER, available to both new and existing customers.
Santander’s UK savings brands launch new fixed rate bonds
This week Abbey, Alliance & Leicester and Bradford & Bingley are launching new fixed-term savings accounts paying up to 4.15 per cent, available to both new and existing customers.
HSBC offers World Selection High Interest Deposit Bond
HSBC is launching a market leading High Interest Deposit Bond as part of its globally diversified World Selection fund offer.
C&G launches two new fixed rate savings bonds
Cheltenham & Gloucester (C&G), part of Lloyds Banking Group, has launched two new competitive fixed rate bonds, offering rates up to 4.05per cent.
Saga Personal Finance launches new savings bond
Saga Personal Finance has announced it is offering yet another choice to investors with the launch of an attractive new 15 month fixed rate savings bond.
New Fixed Rate Escalator Bond paying up to 6%
Leeds Building Society has launched a 5-year Fixed Rate Escalator Bond paying a market leading rate of 6% in year 5. The account allows unlimited access to 25% of the initial capital invested at any time without notice or penalty.
Skipton FS offers fixed rate bond paying up to 3.95%
At a time when UK savers are being forced to sacrifice either access to their cash or a competitive rate of interest, Skipton Financial Services has come to the rescue.
Demand hotting up for two-year fixed-rate bond offering 4.35%
The Nottingham's new limited issue fixed-rate savings bond is still available - but demand for the Society's latest market-leading ‘best buy' product is hotting up!
T. Bailey: NS&I income bond rate increase
Philippa Gee, Head of Marketing & Communications, at T. Bailey comments: NS&I have just announced an increase in interest rates on its income bonds, effectively doubling the rate for those investing more than £25,000.
NS&I increases interest rate on its income bonds
NS&I (National Savings and Investments) is increasing the interest rates on its Income Bonds by 1%. The revised interest rates will come into effect from 20 May 2009 for Income Bond customers.
IMA calls for reform of sterling corporate bond market
Following publication of an IMA-commissioned report, The Impact of the Credit Crunch on the Sterling Corporate Bond Market, the IMA has today published a position paper urging further action by regulators and market participants on reforms to promote a well functioning sterling corporate bond market.
Sterling corporate bond market structure affecting retail customers
A report commissioned by Investment Management Association (IMA) on the sterling corporate bond market observes that the current market structure is preventing direct retail participation in the corporate bond market.
Fixed rate bonds: To fix or not to fix?
Competition in the fixed rate bond market is returning, but should savers fix now, and for how long? Commenting, chartered financial planner at Fairinvestment.co.uk, Sharon Bratley said: "Savers have been hit hard by the credit crunch as interest rates dropped to record lows, and as they remain at record lows, it is encouraging that fixed rate bonds are offering such high rates in comparison.