What is the difference between APY and the rate?
APY already counts compounding, so it is the number to compare between banks.
What a certificate of deposit pays.
You end up with
$0.00Example: $10,000 at 4.5% APY for 18 months grows to $10,682.54.
What a CD is worth at maturity from your deposit, APY and term.
APY already counts compounding, so it is the number to compare between banks.