Effective Thursday 20 October, the increase comes exactly one month after Bank of Queensland (BOQ) increased its Future Saver account rate to 4.00% p.a. 

The new 4.10% rate on offer by BOQ surpasses ING by 0.05% to take the crown as the highest savings account rate available according to Savings.com.au market research. 

The new rate of 4.10% p.a. is available for Aussies aged 14-35 with a maximum balance of $50,000. 

Interest earned on balances between $50,001 to $250,000 will remain at a rate of 2.50% p.a.

To receive the total 4.10% p.a. rate, savers must deposit $1,000 and make five settled card transactions on their linked Everyday Account every month.

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BOQ will also increase:

  • Smart Saver account for customers aged 36 and over by 0.25% to 3.60% p.a. for balances between $1 and $250,000.
  • Simple Saver by 0.25% to 2.25% p.a. for balances up to $5 million.

The 4% Savings Club

Bank Rate Per Annum Conditions
Bank of Queensland 4.10% Ages 14-35, max balance $50k, deposit $1,000/mo, 5 card transactions
ING 4.05% Max balance $100k, deposit $1,000/mo, 5 card transactions, higher balance at end of month
Rabobank 4.00% 4 month intro rate, reverts to 2.75% p.a. max balance $250k
Macquarie 4.00% 4 month intro rate, reverts to 3.20% p.a. max balance $250k
Australian Mutual Bank 4.00% Ages 0-18, max balance $5k

Source: Savings.com.au Market Research

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