CBS News $25,000 short-term CD vs. $25,000 high-yield savings account: Which will earn more this year? By Home - CBSNews.com May 15, 2026 1 Min Read Comments Off on $25,000 short-term CD vs. $25,000 high-yield savings account: Which will earn more this year? The gap between the returns on a $25,000 CD and a $25,000 high-yield savings account may surprise you.