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Cash In Your Wealthfront Cash Account Now Earns 3.30% APY

Market Expert Jan 30, 2026

Wealthfront is always looking for opportunities to help you earn more on your cash. Today, we’re happy to announce that cash in your Wealthfront Cash Account will earn 3.30% APY (annual percentage yield) starting on Friday, January 30, 2026. This increase is a result of the effective federal funds rate, or EFFR, stabilizing at a […] The post Cash In Your Wealthfront Cash Account Now Earns 3.30% APY appeared first on Wealthfront Blog.

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Why We’re Raising the APY on Your Cash

Market Expert Jan 29, 2026

Starting this Friday, January 30, the base rate your cash earns in the Cash Account will increase to 3.30% APY (annual percentage yield) from program banks. Our goal has always been to build high-quality products at a low cost, and share more of the savings with our clients—and that includes the Cash Account. The APY […] The post Why We’re Raising the APY on Your Cash appeared first on Wealthfront Blog.

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How Wealthfront’s S&P 500 Direct Helped Clients Save an Estimated $16M In Its First Year

Market Expert Jan 26, 2026

It’s been a little over a year since we launched Wealthfront’s S&P 500 Direct, our first standalone direct indexing product. We built this product to help clients generate tax savings while getting exposure to stocks within a popular stock market index. One year later, we’re excited to share a closer look at how S&P 500 […] The post How Wealthfront’s S&P 500 Direct Helped Clients Save an Estimated $16M In Its First Year appeared first on Wealthfront Blog.

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Key Financial Dates to Look Out for in 2026

Market Expert Jan 24, 2026

Keeping track of key financial dates and updates is essential for effective financial planning. Whether you’re a business owner, employee or parent, staying informed helps you make the most of tax reliefs, avoid penalties, and manage your finances wisely. Check out our latest post - Key Financial Dates to Look Out for in 2026 on LowQuotes Blog

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What We Shipped in the Second Half of 2025

Market Expert Jan 16, 2026

At Wealthfront, we’re always working to offer you more and better ways to build wealth on your own terms, and the second half of 2025 was no exception. Here’s a roundup of what we shipped in the last six months of 2025 (and the very beginning of 2026). We improved your investing experience, including adding […] The post What We Shipped in the Second Half of 2025 appeared first on Wealthfront Blog.

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What To Do With Your Raise or Bonus

Market Expert Jan 7, 2026

It’s that time of year—bonus and raise season is here, and if you’re lucky enough to be feeling more flush with cash than usual, you’ll need a plan. It’s exciting to see your hard work rewarded with additional compensation. But once you’ve spent a small portion of your bonus or raise on something fun (you […] The post What To Do With Your Raise or Bonus appeared first on Wealthfront Blog.

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Cash In Your Wealthfront Cash Account Now Earns 3.25% APY

Market Expert Dec 20, 2025

On Wednesday, December 10, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) lowered the target range for the fed funds rate by 0.25%. As we’ve written about in the past, the fed funds rate is a direct input to the Cash Account Annual Percentage Yield (APY). As a result of the Fed’s decision, the new APY is […] The post Cash In Your Wealthfront Cash Account Now Earns 3.25% APY appeared first on Wealthfront Blog.

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The Headlines This Year Were All About Fear, Anxiety, and Disaster. The Markets Kept Setting Records Anyway. Where Does That Leave You?

Market Expert Dec 17, 2025

This post is brought to you by Vested Interest, our forthcoming newsletter about what the financial and economic newsmight mean for your money, career, and life in general. Please get in touch via askwealthfront@wealthfront.com with comments and questions about other topics you’d like us to cover. In 2025, danger appeared to be lurking at every […] The post The Headlines This Year Were All About Fear, Anxiety, and Disaster. The Markets Kept Setting Records Anyway. Where Does That Leave You? appeared first on Wealthfront Blog.

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Is a Roth Conversion Right for You?

Market Expert Dec 17, 2025

IRAs, or individual retirement arrangements, are a popular way to save for retirement, and with good reason: IRAs have numerous benefits. You may already be familiar with some of the different types of IRAs, including traditional IRAs and Roth IRAs. But you might not know it’s possible for people who typically don’t qualify for a […] The post Is a Roth Conversion Right for You? appeared first on Wealthfront Blog.

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What Are the Benefits and Drawbacks of IRAs?

Market Expert Dec 17, 2025

Individual retirement arrangements (IRAs) are a popular way to save for retirement, and with good reason—they come with numerous benefits for investors building long-term wealth. They also come with a few drawbacks you should be aware of. In this post, we’ll break down what you need to know, focusing on two popular account types: traditional […] The post What Are the Benefits and Drawbacks of IRAs? appeared first on Wealthfront Blog.

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What Many People Misunderstand About Inflation

Market Expert Dec 13, 2025

Inflation might sound straightforward on its surface—goods and services get more expensive. But some aspects of inflation are surprisingly counterintuitive, and as a result, there are a lot of widely held misconceptions about how it works. Some of my research has focused on this area specifically, as well as how those misunderstandings affect consumers. These […] The post What Many People Misunderstand About Inflation appeared first on Wealthfront Blog.

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Wealthfront Is Launching a Money Market Fund

Market Expert Dec 13, 2025

Money market funds are increasingly popular with investors looking for a low-risk and highly liquid way to earn yield on cash. Today, the asset class is over $7 trillion and growing. We’re excited to announce that Wealthfront is launching its own money market fund, the Wealthfront Treasury Money Market Fund (“WLTXX”), which is designed to […] The post Wealthfront Is Launching a Money Market Fund appeared first on Wealthfront Blog.

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Which Wealthfront Account Is Right for You?

Market Expert Dec 13, 2025

At Wealthfront, we want to help you build long-term wealth on your own terms. That’s why we’ve built a robust suite of accounts powered by automation, with the goal of keeping both your costs and taxes low. If you’re looking for guidance on which accounts are best suited to your needs and situation, we’re here […] The post Which Wealthfront Account Is Right for You? appeared first on Wealthfront Blog.

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Vested Interest: Why the Existence of “Premium Butter” Might Be a Key Macroeconomic Indicator

Market Expert Dec 13, 2025

Welcome to another sneak preview edition of Vested Interest, our forthcoming newsletter about what the financial and economic news might mean for your money, career, and life in general. Please get in touch via askwealthfront@wealthfront.com with comments and questions about other topics you’d like us to cover. A few weeks ago, Bloomberg published an article […] The post Vested Interest: Why the Existence of “Premium Butter” Might Be a Key Macroeconomic Indicator appeared first on Wealthfront Blog.

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How Peter & Alex Used the Cash Account To Pay for a Wedding and Buy a House in the Same Week

Market Expert Dec 13, 2025

Names: Peter & Alex Relationship status: Married in June 2025 after a proposal on a long hike in Albania Approach to joint finances: A mix of joint and separate accounts Saving for: An international honeymoon Recent financial milestone: Just purchased a home together (within a week of their wedding!) First surprise as new homeowners: Paying […] The post How Peter & Alex Used the Cash Account To Pay for a Wedding and Buy a House in the Same Week appeared first on Wealthfront Blog.

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Vested Interest: Why Has the Market Been So Volatile? Well, It’s a Bunch of Things.

Market Expert Dec 13, 2025

This post is brought to you by Vested Interest, our forthcoming newsletter about what the financial and economic news might mean for your money, career, and life in general. Please get in touch via askwealthfront@wealthfront.com with comments and questions about other topics you’d like us to cover. The last two-plus weeks in the stock market […] The post Vested Interest: Why Has the Market Been So Volatile? Well, It’s a Bunch of Things. appeared first on Wealthfront Blog.

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The Wealthfront Cash Account Now Has a 3.50% APY

Market Expert Dec 13, 2025

On Wednesday, October 29, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) lowered the target range for the fed funds rate by 0.25%. As we’ve written about in the past, the fed funds rate is a direct input to the Cash Account Annual Percentage Yield (APY). As a result of the Fed’s decision, the new APY is […] The post The Wealthfront Cash Account Now Has a 3.50% APY appeared first on Wealthfront Blog.

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How and Why to Diversify Your Portfolio

Market Expert Dec 13, 2025

Diversification is the practice of buying a variety of different investments with the goal of balancing risk and reward in your portfolio. A well-diversified portfolio can help you maximize your expected returns without taking on unnecessary or unwanted risk. This is known as improving your “risk-adjusted returns.” You can think of diversification as a way […] The post How and Why to Diversify Your Portfolio appeared first on Wealthfront Blog.