Current:Home > ContactThe dangers of money market funds -Aspire Money Growth
The dangers of money market funds
View
Date:2025-04-17 01:44:29
In a world where the average yield on a traditional savings account is low and it's not always easy to cash in higher-yielding investments, many are flocking to the money market fund. These funds have amassed over $5 trillion in assets. But what makes them so special?
Today, we break down the essential things to know about money market funds, why they're important to the financial system, and why a potential debt default could destabilize this crucial piece of infrastructure.
Music by Drop Electric. Find us: Facebook / Newsletter.
Subscribe to our show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pocket Casts and NPR One.
veryGood! (2265)
Related
- What do we know about the mysterious drones reported flying over New Jersey?
- Here's why Angel Reese and LSU will beat Iowa and Caitlin Clark, again
- Missing woman who called 911 for help over a month ago found dead in remote area near Arizona-California border
- Caitlin Clark 3-point record: Iowa star sets career NCAA mark in Elite 8 game vs. LSU
- DeepSeek: Did a little known Chinese startup cause a 'Sputnik moment' for AI?
- April Fools' Day: Corporate larks can become no laughing matter. Ask Google and Volkswagen
- Nicholas Hoult and Son Joaquin Make Their First Public Appearance Together
- Ramy Youssef wants God to free Palestine and 'all the hostages' in 'SNL' monologue
- Arkansas State Police probe death of woman found after officer
- The Smashing Pumpkins announce additional shows for The World Is A Vampire concert tour
Ranking
- McKinsey to pay $650 million after advising opioid maker on how to 'turbocharge' sales
- Mississippi Republicans to choose opponent for longtime Democratic congressman
- March Madness live updates: Iowa-LSU prediction ahead of Caitlin Clark-Angel Reese rematch
- Jerrod Carmichael Shares Update on Tyler the Creator Friendship After Chaotic Chat Goes Viral
- Don't let hackers fool you with a 'scam
- Earthquake hits Cedar City, Utah; no damage or injuries immediately reported
- Mississippi Republicans to choose opponent for longtime Democratic congressman
- Shooting at a Walmart south of Atlanta left 1 dead and a girl wounded. Suspect is on the run.
Recommendation
The Best Stocking Stuffers Under $25
2024 Tuffy Awards: Cheers to the Reds' Nick Martini, MLB's biggest opening week fluke
LGBTQ-inclusive church in Cuba welcomes all in a country that once sent gay people to labor camps
Bibles were 'intentionally set on fire' outside Greg Locke's church on Easter, police say
Could Bill Belichick, Robert Kraft reunite? Maybe in Pro Football Hall of Fame's 2026 class
Did 'The Simpsons' predict NC State-Duke Elite Eight March Madness game?
The women’s NCAA Tournament had center stage. The stars, and the games, delivered in a big way
SafeSport Center announces changes designed to address widespread complaints