The front half of the CPI-U graph posted above, looks suspiciously like an intentionally-drawn dove. Let's hope that just randomness…
But how do we know whether or not your article was completely written by AI to "prove" that David Enna…
Excellent point!
A fourth hit (immigration policy) should not be overlooked. Reducing the supply of labor drives up costs. In particular, the…
Category Archives: Savings Bond
Ready to convert paper I Bonds into electronic form? Here’s a step-by-step guide.
Hint: It’s a bit complicated. What else would you expect? Editor’s note: In October 2021, Wisconsin-based financial adviser Jeremy Keil invited me onto his podcast to talk about I Bonds. He was ahead of the curve on I Bonds, educating … Continue reading
Posted in I Bond, Savings Bond
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Treasury holds I Bond’s fixed rate at 0.0%; composite rate rises to 9.62% for six months
By David Enna, Tipswatch.com EE Bonds will have a fixed rate of 0.1%, but continue doubling in value after 20 years, creating an effective interest rate of 3.5% The U.S. Treasury just announced the May to October 2022 terms for … Continue reading
Posted in I Bond, Inflation, Savings Bond
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Let’s handicap the I Bond’s fixed-rate equation
May 2, 2022 update: Treasury holds I Bond’s fixed rate at 0.0%; composite rate soars to 9.62%. By David Enna, Tipswatch.com Back in December 2021, I wrote an article contending there was a “slim chance” that the fixed rate for … Continue reading
Posted in I Bond, Investing in TIPS, Savings Bond
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Ready to invest in I Bonds for the first time? My advice: Act quickly
May 2, 2022 update: Treasury holds I Bond’s fixed rate at 0.0%; composite rate soars to 9.62%. By David Enna, Tipswatch.com Over the last year, U.S. Series I Savings Bonds have transformed from a little-noticed, quaint mom-and-pop investment to one … Continue reading
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I Bond’s variable rate will rise to 9.62% with the May reset
May 2, 2022 update: Treasury holds I Bond’s fixed rate at 0.0%; composite rate soars to 9.62%. By David Enna, Tipswatch.com Based on the March inflation report, which concluded the six-month rate setting period for the U.S. Series I Savings … Continue reading
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Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities 
"minimal additional deaths and injuries to our brave troops" - it's not like they are at risk of being shot…