Over a thousand savings accounts now offer inflation-busting rates – how long will they stick around?

The rate of UK inflation slowed again in March, boosting the opportunity for savers to earn real returns on cash in the bank. But you will need to act fast to secure the best deals.

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UK inflation slowed again in March, coming in at 3.2%. That’s according to the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). 

The latest data is good news for savers, as slowing inflation means they can continue to earn inflation-busting interest on their cash balances. The rate of inflation fell below the Bank of England base rate in October 2023, and the gap has been widening ever since as inflation continues to cool. 

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Type of accountTop providerInterest rate (AER)Minimum depositNotes
Easy-access savingsUlster Bank5.20%No minimumVariable rate account
Notice accountHinckley & Rugby BS5.25%£2,500180-day notice period
Easy-access ISAPlum5.17%£1Includes a bonus for the first 12 months
Fixed-rate ISAVirgin Money5.05%No minimumOne-year fixed account
One-year fixed bondSmartSave5.17%£10,000Interest paid on maturity
Katie Williams
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