Both accounts still come with high rates, but which will earn more interest with a $50,000 deposit made this year?

Is your $10,000 earning enough right now? Here's how money market accounts and savings returns compare in 2026.

While savings products largely shed yields over the past year, money-market accounts have bucked the trend with averages holding at 0.66% APY over the period, according to the latest government data.

If you’re checking Fifth Third money market rates today to decide where to park extra cash, here’s the blunt truth: the Fifth Third Relationship Money Market still pays about 0.01% APY on most ...

The average money-market account pays just 0.59% this month, according to the latest government data. And while those already low returns are 5 basis points less than where they were last year, some ...

Macroeconomic cycles are often defined by the environments in which certain assets tend to perform best. For example, real assets such as commodities and natural resource stocks have historically held ...

Money market ETFs invest in short-term, high-quality debt for safety. Low expense ratios are among their benefits. They generate higher yield than other short-term instruments. These ETFs are often ...

With falling interest rates and continued market volatility amid geopolitical tensions, investors may find it harder to balance risk and return – forcing many to turn to money market funds to earn a ...

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - In today’s volatile market environment, financial expert Marshall Clays says many investors are turning to money market mutual funds as a reliable investment option. However, ...

Note: Annual percentage yields (APYs) shown are as of December 23, 2025. Bankrate’s editorial team validates this information regularly, typically monthly. APYs may have changed since they were last ...