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What is an APY?

Quick Answer

APY (Annual Percentage Yield) is the effective annual return on a deposit account, accounting for compound interest. A 5% APY is what your money actually earns in a year — directly comparable across savings accounts and CDs.

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Warren Team
Updated November 19, 2025
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