Newtek Bank CD Rates — October 2026
As of October 22, 2026, Newtek Bank's highest CD rate is 5.00% APY on a 24-month promotional CD ($50,000 minimum). That is 3.2 times the FDIC national average for 24-month CDs (1.55%). Standard CD rates range from 2.00% to 4.60% APY.
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Newtek Bank CD rates
| Term | Product | APY |
|---|---|---|
| 1 month | Certificate of Deposit | 4.60%Verified October 22, 2026 |
| 3 months | Certificate of Deposit | 4.60%Verified October 22, 2026 |
| 6 months | Certificate of Deposit Promotional | 4.30%Verified October 22, 2026 |
| 9 months | Certificate of Deposit Promotional | 4.30%Verified October 22, 2026 |
| 12 months | Certificate of Deposit | 4.10%Verified October 22, 2026 |
| 13 months | Certificate of Deposit | 4.30%Verified October 22, 2026 |
| 15 months | Certificate of Deposit | 4.00%Verified October 22, 2026 |
| 18 months | Certificate of Deposit | 3.90%Verified October 22, 2026 |
| 24 months | 24 Month Variable Rate CD Promotional | 5.00%Verified October 22, 2026 |
| 24 months | Certificate of Deposit | 3.80%Verified October 22, 2026 |
| 36 months | Certificate of Deposit | 3.80%Verified October 22, 2026 |
| 48 months | Certificate of Deposit | 2.00%Verified October 22, 2026 |
| 60 months | Certificate of Deposit | 2.00%Verified October 22, 2026 |
APY = annual percentage yield. "vs. Treasury" compares each APY with the Treasury yield for the same term on 2026-10-21 (converted to APY). Treasury interest is exempt from state income tax; see the T-bill vs. CD calculator.
Watch the renewal rate
The best promotional rate here is 5.00% APY (24 months). The standard rate for a similar term is 3.80% APY (24 months). If the CD renews at the standard rate when it matures, $10,000 would earn about $120 less per year. Check the account terms and set a reminder before maturity.
What are Newtek Bank's best CD rates by term?
Newtek Bank's best rate is 5.00% APY on 24 months, verified October 22, 2026.
- 1 mo4.60%
- 3 mo4.60%
- 6 mo4.30%
- 9 mo4.30%
- 12 mo4.10%
- 13 mo4.30%
- 15 mo4.00%
- 18 mo3.90%
- 24 mo5.00%
- 36 mo3.80%
- 48 mo2.00%
- 60 mo2.00%
How much interest could a Newtek Bank CD earn?
Estimated interest at maturity for the displayed institution quotes, before tax or early withdrawal penalties. Each estimate assumes the quoted APY applies to that balance and interest stays deposited. Estimates use known deposit tiers. Upper balance limits and membership, relationship or new-money requirements must be confirmed with the institution; these are conditional estimates, not personalized offers.
| Term | $5,000 | $10,000 | $25,000 | $50,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 months | $56.384.60% APY · Certificate of Deposit · Standard | $112.764.60% APY · Certificate of Deposit · Standard | $281.894.60% APY · Certificate of Deposit · Standard | $563.784.60% APY · Certificate of Deposit · Standard |
| 6 months | $106.664.30% APY · Certificate of Deposit · Promotional | $213.334.30% APY · Certificate of Deposit · Promotional | $533.324.30% APY · Certificate of Deposit · Promotional | $1,066.634.30% APY · Certificate of Deposit · Promotional |
| 9 months | $160.554.30% APY · Certificate of Deposit · Promotional | $321.094.30% APY · Certificate of Deposit · Promotional | $802.744.30% APY · Certificate of Deposit · Promotional | $1,605.474.30% APY · Certificate of Deposit · Promotional |
| 12 months | $205.004.10% APY · Certificate of Deposit · Standard | $410.004.10% APY · Certificate of Deposit · Standard | $1,025.004.10% APY · Certificate of Deposit · Standard | $2,050.004.10% APY · Certificate of Deposit · Standard |
| 18 months | $295.613.90% APY · Certificate of Deposit · Standard | $591.223.90% APY · Certificate of Deposit · Standard | $1,478.063.90% APY · Certificate of Deposit · Standard | $2,956.113.90% APY · Certificate of Deposit · Standard |
| 24 months | $387.223.80% APY · Certificate of Deposit · Standard | $774.443.80% APY · Certificate of Deposit · Standard | $1,936.103.80% APY · Certificate of Deposit · Standard | $5,125.005.00% APY · 24 Month Variable Rate CD · Promotional |
| 60 months | $520.402.00% APY · Certificate of Deposit · Standard | $1,040.812.00% APY · Certificate of Deposit · Standard | $2,602.022.00% APY · Certificate of Deposit · Standard | $5,204.042.00% APY · Certificate of Deposit · Standard |
How Newtek Bank compares
Compare the displayed terms, minimums and quote locations. Membership, relationship and new-money conditions may apply. Institution quotes below use the exact 730-day term. Regional peers quote a shared operating state; nationwide best is limited to our tracked sample.
This quote ranks 1 of 78 tracked institutions with fresh 730-day quotes (ties share a rank). Each other institution contributes its highest APY for that exact term; minimums and eligibility can differ.
| Institution / benchmark | Term | Minimum | Quote coverage | APY | Verified / source date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newtek Bank (this institution) (highest tracked APY for this term)24 Month Variable Rate CD · Promotional | 24 months | $50,000 | Coverage: FL | 5.00% | October 22, 2026 |
| E*TRADE (Morgan Stanley Private Bank)Bank CD · Promotional | 24 months | Not stated | Nationwide; check eligibility | 4.80% | October 22, 2026 |
| Popular DirectCertificate of Deposit · Standard | 24 months | $10,000 | Nationwide; check eligibility | 4.80% | October 22, 2026 |
| Barclays24 Month CD · Standard | 24 months | Not stated | Nationwide; check eligibility | 4.75% | October 22, 2026 |
| Treasury (APY-equivalent) | 24 months (term-matched estimate) | Depends on purchase method | Federal; interest exempt from state income tax | 4.87% | 2026-10-21 |
Rate changes
See changes across all tracked institutions
No changes since we started tracking Newtek Bank on October 22, 2026.
About Newtek Bank
- Legal name
- Newtek Bank, National Association
- Regulator ID
- FDIC 18734
- Headquarters
- Miami, FL
- Available in
- FL
- Total assets
- $2.5 billion
- Also known as
- Newtek
- Website
- www.newtekbank.com
Source: rates read from https://www.newtekbank.com/certificate-of-deposit/. See the page text we read.
Frequently asked questions
What is the highest CD rate at Newtek Bank?
5.00% APY on a 24-month promotional CD, as of October 22, 2026.
What is the minimum deposit for a Newtek Bank CD?
The lowest minimum we found is $2,500; jumbo and higher balance tiers start at up to $50,000.
How does Newtek Bank's best CD rate compare with Treasury yields?
5.00% APY is +0.13% versus the 24-month Treasury yield of 4.87% (APY-equivalent) on 2026-10-21. Treasury interest is also exempt from state income tax.
Is 5.00% a good CD rate?
It is 3.2 times the FDIC national average for a similar term (1.55% as of 2026-10-19), which is a deposit-weighted average across all U.S. banks and credit unions. Online banks and promotional CDs often pay several times the national average.
Are Newtek Bank CDs insured?
Newtek Bank is an FDIC-insured bank (FDIC 18734). Deposits are insured up to $250,000 per depositor, per ownership category.
How often is this page updated?
We check Newtek Bank's rate page every day. The rates above were last verified on October 22, 2026.
More bank CD rates
Rates are copied from Newtek Bank's website and may change at any time. Confirm terms, minimums and eligibility with Newtek Bank before opening an account. This page is not financial advice.