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Barclays CD rates are worth exploring if you're looking for high-yield interest with little commitment. With no fees and no minimums, it's hard to argue against the value they provide. Below is a more detailed look at Barclays CD rates, how they stack up against other top banks, and who should get a Barclays CD.
Barclays CD rates for December 2023
Barclays Online CD
- 6 APY: 0.10%
- 12 APY: 5.50%
- 18 APY: 5.25%
- 24 APY: 5.00%
- 36 APY: 4.50%
- 48 APY: 4.45%
- 60 APY: 4.50%
Rates as of Dec. 6, 2023
APY = Annual Percentage Yield
Term
Barclays Online CD
6 Mo.
1 Yr.
1.5 Yr.
2 Yr.
3 Yr.
4 Yr.
5 Yr.
0.10%
5.50%
5.25%
5.00%
4.50%
4.45%
4.50%
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Barclays CD rates are higher than the national average and in line with many of its competitors. It has especially competitive rates on its 5-year CDs, so it could be an especially good fit for long-term savers. But if you're looking for the best CDs, rates are not the only factor to take into consideration.
Rates as of
| Bank & CD Offer | APY | Term | Min. Deposit | Next Steps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Member FDIC.
| APY: 5.20% | Term: 1 Year | Min. Deposit: $2,500 | |
| APY: 5.51% | Term: 1 Year | Min. Deposit: $1 | |
Member FDIC.
| APY: 5.50% | Term: 1 Year | Min. Deposit: $0 | |
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| APY: 5.51% | Term: 9 Months | Min. Deposit: $1 | |
Member FDIC.
| APY: 4.75% | Term: 1 Year | Min. Deposit: $500 |
Sorry, we didn't find any CDs that meet those criteria.
Barclays CD account review
Barclays Online CD
PROS
- Higher CD rates than the national average
- No minimum deposit requirements
- No monthly fees
CONS
- No CD terms of less than one year
Barclays offers six CD terms, ranging from one to five years. Barclays CDs have no minimum deposit requirements, and like most CDs, have no monthly maintenance fees. This makes them ideal for savers who want to build a CD ladder.
Interest is compounded daily and credited monthly. Account holders can withdraw interest to a Barclays savings account or external bank account every month or keep it in their CD to earn interest.
Principal funds withdrawn before the maturity date face penalties of up to 180 days simple interest on the amount withdrawn.
Once a CD reaches maturity, it will renew automatically. There's a 14-day grace period in which customers can close their Barclays CD by withdrawing funds, or change the term.
Rates as of Dec. 6, 2023
APY = Annual Percentage Yield
Barclays Online CD
Bottom Line
Barclays offers competitive rates on most common CD terms with no minimum balance requirements. There are no monthly fees, so you likely won't lose money unless you try to withdraw your funds early. The only common CD term missing is a six-month CD -- in fact, there's no CD term less than one year, but those interested in building longer-term CD ladders will find plenty to like here.
MINIMUM DEPOSIT $0
| 6 Mo. APY | 1 Yr. APY | 1.5 Yr. APY | 2 Yr. APY | 3 Yr. APY | 4 Yr. APY | 5 Yr. APY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.10% | 5.50% | 5.25% | 5.00% | 4.50% | 4.45% | 4.50% |
FAQs
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Barclays CDs are perfect for individuals who want to maximize their savings, but want to avoid higher deposit requirements found at other top online banks. They are also ideal for individuals who wish to maximize savings through a CD ladder strategy.
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You should get a Barclays CD if you're looking for competitive CD rates without the deposit requirements found with many banks. Barclays has especially competitive CD rates on longer terms, such as 5-year CDs.
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Barclays CDs are a safe way to earn interest on your savings. But like any other CD, there are penalties if you need to withdraw the money early. They can be a higher-yielding option than online savings accounts, but you need to be reasonably sure you won't have to access your money before the maturity date.
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