Chase Bank CD Rates

Looking into the current Chase Bank CD rates is a good place to start when thinking of investing in certificates of deposit. Chase traces its history from the 1955 merging of Chase National Bank and the Bank of the Manhattan Company which became known as Chase Manhattan Bank. In 2000, Chase Manhattan Bank merged once again with JPMorgan. Chase is now the consumer and commercial banking division of JPMorgan Chase.

Chase CDs are a safe and wise investment choice that provides a fixed, predictable rate of return. You can enjoy higher fixed interest rates and the security of FDIC insurance if you are able to commit funds for a specified period of time. The yields are available to Chase customers with a qualified Chase checking account.

You can open the standard Chase CD for a minimum opening deposit of $1000. The 6 month CD has an APY of 0.25%. The 12 month CD also has an APY of 0.25%. The 18 month CD has an APY of 0.75%. The 24 month CD has an APY of 1.01%. The 36 month CD also has an APY of 1.01%.

Alternatively, you can also opt for the Chase CD Specials for a minimum opening deposit of $10000. The Chase CD Specials have the following rates. The 7 month CD has an APY of 0.50%. The 13 month CD has an APY of 1.15%. The 24 month CD has an APY of 1.75%. The 30 month CD has an APY of 2.00%. The 48 month CD has an APY of 2.50%. The 60 month CD has an APY of 3.00%. Chase CD Specials interest rates apply only to the initial CD term. When renewal time comes, the CD will automatically renew for the same term at the standard Chase CD interest rate on the renewal date or the relationship interest rate, if you qualify. Visit Chase Online Banking to check current rates in your area.

These Chase Bank CD rates are effective as of 12/02/2009 and are subject to change without prior notice.