Category Archives: I Bond

Looking to invest in longer-term TIPS? There’s a problem.

Posted on May 25, 2023 by Tipswatch

By David Enna, Tipswatch.com I recently got an email with a question from long-time site reader Jay, who included a meme to illustrate his point. Here it is: A TIPS Conundrum: Lately I’ve been struggling with what to do in … Continue reading →

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U.S. inflation increased 0.4% in April, continuing a gradual downward trend

Posted on May 10, 2023 by Tipswatch

By David Enna, Tipswatch.com Here’s a quick overview of today’s inflation report: The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) rose 0.4% in April on a seasonally adjusted basis, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Over the … Continue reading →

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I Bond’s fixed rate will rise to 0.9% on May 1, TreasuryDirect says

Posted on April 28, 2023 by Tipswatch

Composite rate will fall from 6.89% to 4.30%, but the fixed rate of 0.9% is highly attractive for long-term holders. By David Enna, Tipswatch.com Surprise! I Bonds purchased from May to October 2023 will get a fixed rate of 0.9% … Continue reading →

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I Bond dilemma: Buy in April, buy in May, or don’t buy at all?

Posted on April 14, 2023 by Tipswatch

The I Bond’s fixed rate could rise to 0.6% or higher on May 1. Should you wait? Or look at alternatives? By David Enna, Tipswatch.com Update, April 28, 2023: Treasury raises I Bond’s fixed rate to 0.9%; new composite rate … Continue reading →

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March inflation report sets I Bond’s new variable rate at 3.38%

Posted on April 12, 2023 by Tipswatch

Annual U.S. inflation fell to 5.0% in March, but core inflation rose to 5.6%. By David Enna, Tipswatch.com Update, April 28, 2023: Treasury raises I Bond’s fixed rate to 0.9%; new composite rate is 4.30% The just-released U.S. inflation report … Continue reading →

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