Savings
Abbey issues new fixed-term savings bonds
Abbey Savings has launched its latest tranche of fixed-term savings accounts for customers looking for a guaranteed return on an amount of money they can lock away for a set time.
Bank of Scotland increases rate on Instant Access Savings Account
Bank of Scotland International has increased the interest rate on its Instant Access Savings Account, with immediate effect:
Leeds Building Society launches new 3 year fixed rate bond
Leeds Building Society has launched a new 3 year fixed rate account to compliment its existing range of fixed rate bonds, all of which offer a highly competitive rate of return combined with the peace of mind provided by access to some of the funds, without notice or penalty.
Savers lose confidence after reaction to rate rises
Millions of instant access savers are losing confidence in their chosen provider to pass on the benefits of Bank of England rate rises, according to a new study by Tesco Savings.
Skipton’s Pick ‘N’ Fix Bonds just got sweeter
Savers with Skipton Building Society continue to benefit from the effects of rising interest rates as the mutual today announces even higher returns on its Pick ‘N’ Fix Bonds. With all rates at 6.30%, the one, two and three year products are guaranteed to be a competitive investment.
moneysupermarket.com: Rate rises in the bond market
Commenting on the spate of rate rises in the bond market, Kevin Mountford, head of savings at price comparison website moneysupermarket.com, said: “Further rate increases in the bond market could result in other providers becoming shaken and stirred.
NFU Mutual launches new investment with something for everyone
From 9th July 2007, NFU Mutual is to offer a new investment bond that gives investors the opportunity to benefit from potential growth from a diverse range of assets including equities and commercial property, whilst protecting the value of their original investment on a set date in the future.
HSBC passes on full base rate increase to savers
HSBC continues to dominate the online savings market with a further increase to its popular Online Saver offer, up 0.25 per cent to 6.25 per cent from 3 August.
Cahoot raises interest rates on savings accounts
Following the increase in the Bank of England Base Rate from 5.50 per cent to 5.75 per cent, cahoot is increasing rates by up to 0.50 per cent on top tiers of accounts.
Legal & General increases guaranteed equity bond minimum return
Legal & General has raised the minimum return on the new products in its series of guaranteed equity bonds.
Coventry serves up ace rates
Activity at Wimbledon might have come to a standstill but Coventry Building Society is still serving up great rates for its savers.
Market leading 2 year fixed rate bond guarantees 6.50% AER
Leeds Building Society has launched a market leading 2-Year Fixed Rate Bond paying 6.50% AER until 31 August 2009, with instant access to up to 25% of the funds without notice or penalty, at any time.
Leeds Building Society launch 1 year fixed rate bond
Leeds Building Society has launched a new 1 Year Fixed Rate Bond paying 6.20% AER on balances of £50,000 and above with access, without notice or penalty, to 25% of the amount invested at any time.
NS&I Direct ISA interest rate rises to 6.30%
The interest rate paid on NS&I's Direct ISA will rise from 6.05% per annum to 6.30% following the increase in the Bank of England base rate by 0.25%.
Capital One increases rate on Base Beater savings account
Capital One will increase the rate paid on its Base Beater savings account from 6th July 2007.