Monthly Archives: October 2020

Summary The result, which dipped below recent market indicators, was the second-lowest real yield for any TIPS auction of this term. Investors had to pay a sizable premium for this TIPS, about 7.5% above par value, to collect a coupon … Continue reading →

Summary The U.S. Treasury on Thursday will offer $17 billion at auction in a new 5-year Treasury Inflation-Protected Security, CUSIP 91282CAQ4. The real yield to maturity and coupon rate will be set by the auction, but we already know, the … Continue reading →

Summary We now know the I Bond’s next inflation-adjusted variable rate, which is rising to 1.68% from the current 1.06%. The permanent fixed rate, currently 0.0%, will be reset on November 1, but is highly likely to remain at 0.0%. … Continue reading →

Summary Social Security payments will increase 1.3% in January, adding about $20 a month for the average recipient. However, a hike in Medicare premiums could wipe out part of that increase. The inflation-adjusted variable rate for U.S. Series I Savings … Continue reading →