
Series I bond rate rises to 5.51% for six months
The Treasury set a new 5.51% composite rate for Series I bonds, combining a 4.08% inflation component with a 1.40% fixed rate, the highest fixed portion since 2006.
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The Treasury set a new 5.51% composite rate for Series I bonds, combining a 4.08% inflation component with a 1.40% fixed rate, the highest fixed portion since 2006.

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