Savings Bonds

Nationwide launches new bonds for savers

Nationwide Building Society has announced details of a new range of fixed rate bonds, e-Bonds and fixed rate ISA bonds, which will all offer a guaranteed rate of return for savers.

Savers offered glimmer of hope

Frozen money markets in the first two thirds of 2008 resulted in savers being offered increasing rates on fixed rate bonds.

Leeds guarantees up to 3.50%, with access

Leeds Building Society has launched a new range of fixed rate bonds for 1, 2 and 3 years that combine a competitive return of up to 3.50% gross p.a./AER, with the flexibility of instant access to 25% of the balance, without notice or penalty at any time.

Nationwide offers new issue of Legal & General’s GEB

With effect from Monday 16 February 2009, Nationwide is offering a new Legal & General (L&G) Capital Guaranteed Multi-Index Equity Bond (GEB).

Cheshire and Derbyshire launch new fixed rate bonds

The Cheshire and Derbyshire Building Societies have launched market-leading one and two year fixed rate bonds, offering rates of up to 3.75% Gross/AER (3.00% net).

Coventry Building Society launches new fixed rate savings bonds

On Friday 6 February, Coventry Building Society is launching a new range of highly competitive 1, 2 and 3 year fixed rate bonds.

HSBC launches new High Interest Deposit Bonds for Over 60s

HSBC is launching two market leading High Interest Deposit Bonds for the over 60s. The bank is offering 3.5% gross/AER on a three year High Interest Deposit Bond offer or 3.75% gross/AER on a 5 year bond.

Bank of Cyprus UK expands fixed term bond range

Bank of Cyprus UK has announced the launch of two new fixed term bond products. A three year bond paying 4.35% AER/gross p.a. is now available along with a shorter term nine month bond paying 4.12% AER / 4.10% gross p.a.

Leeds launches new fixed rate savings bonds

Leeds Building Society has launched a new range of fixed rate bonds for 1, 2 and 3 years that combine a competitive return of up to 3.75% gross p.a./AER, combined with instant access to 25% of the balance, without notice or penalty at any time.

Luis eyes "once in a lifetime" yield opportunities in 2009

After a torrid year for credit markets, marked by severe illiquidity and record levels of volatility, Fatima Luis, manager of the F&C Strategic Bond Fund, remains cautious over the medium term while anticipating a turning point during the latter part of 2009.

Close Brothers Premium Gold 2 Fixed Term Deposit Account

Sean Gardner, director of MoneyExpert.com, comments on Close Brothers Premium Gold 2 Fixed Term Deposit Account: "Savers have been hit hard in recent months so news of a long term, high interest account will be warmly welcomed by those looking for a decent return on their cash.