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CDs Are More Risky Than You Think. Here's Why

Summary by The Motley Fool
Image source: Getty Images CDs get talked about like they're the Fort Knox of saving money. You get a steady rate, guaranteed return, and your principal is protected (up to FDIC insurance limits).But that doesn't mean they're 100% risk free. CDs come with strings attached, and if life throws you a curveball (which it loves to do) those strings have annoying penalties.Here's what to watch out for.Early withdrawals can sting more than you expectWh…

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The Motley Fool broke the news in Alexandria, United States on Friday, December 12, 2025.
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