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The U.S. 10-Year Treasury bond on Friday closed above 3% for the first time in more than two years. That should put a smile on your face, even if you don't follow financial news.

It's a sign that investors expect the U.S. economy to continue improving, and it puts the country on track for a return of interest rates near historical averages. That means at some point down the line, you might earn more than 0.5% interest on your savings account

This move was far from unexpected. It was predicted by just about every economist and market watcher in light of the Federal Reserve's recent move to begin the end of a recent stimulus program. Many economists expect the rate to continue to rise as the market takes into account possible inflation brought on by economic growth. Read more...