Interest Rates Reach Record Highs as Fed Battles Inflation
- The Federal Reserve has raised interest rates significantly in 2022 to combat high inflation.
- Savings accounts, CDs, and checking accounts now offer over 5% APY at many banks.
- A top CD rate of 6% APY is available, with additional regional offers reaching 6.25%.
- Consumers looking to maximize savings should shop around for the highest rates.
- Further Fed rate hikes remain possible in late 2022 and 2023 as high inflation persists.