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HSBC Direct has just announced that, as of June 20th, their online savings account is paying 4.80% APY. Not a bad rate at all — certainly amongst the highest available. If you’re interested, you might want to read about my HSBC Direct account opening experience. And if HSBC isn’t your style, keep in mind that I have a page full of links that will get you a $25 bonus for opening and ING Direct savings account.
Is there an HSBC bank in American