For retirees, the investment objective is clear: preserve capital, maintain liquidity and earn a yield that supplements pension income with the lowest possible risk. In 2026, the rate environment still allows 2.5%–3.5% returns on virtually risk-free products. We compare the best low-risk options available.
| # | Entity | Product | APY | Score | Risk | Liquidity | View |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
ING Australia
|
ING — Savings Maximiser (AU) | 6.00% | 8.3 | Low | Instant | View → |
| 2 |
ANZ
|
ANZ Plus — Save (AU) | 5.10% | 8.1 | Low | Instant | View → |
| 3 |
Ibercaja
|
Cuenta Vamos | 5.09% | 8.1 | Low | Instant | View → |
| 4 |
UK Debt Management Office
|
UK Gilt 10 años | 4.58% | 7.2 | Low | Market hours | View → |
| 5 |
New Zealand Debt Management Office
|
Nueva Zelanda Government Bond 10 años | 4.47% | 7.1 | Low | Market hours | View → |
| 6 |
Norges Bank
|
Noruega Treasury Bill 3 meses | 4.38% | 7.1 | Low | Market hours | View → |
| 7 |
Australian Office of Financial Management
|
Australia Government Bond 10 años | 4.37% | 7.1 | Low | Market hours | View → |
| 8 |
US Department of the Treasury
|
US Treasury Bond 10 años | 4.29% | 7.1 | Low | Market hours | View → |
| 9 |
US Department of the Treasury
|
US Treasury Bill 3 meses | 4.17% | 7.1 | Low | Market hours | View → |
| 10 |
UK Debt Management Office
|
UK Treasury Bill 3 meses | 4.13% | 7.1 | Low | Market hours | View → |
| 11 |
Norges Bank
|
Noruega Government Bond 10 años | 3.95% | 7.0 | Low | Market hours | View → |
| 12 |
Australian Office of Financial Management
|
Australia Treasury Bill 3 meses | 3.83% | 7.0 | Low | Market hours | View → |
| 13 |
Agencia Financiera Federal (Alemania)
|
Bund 30 años | 3.79% | 6.8 | Low | Vencimiento | View → |
| 14 |
Tesoro Público (España)
|
Obligaciones del Estado 30 años | 3.79% | 7.0 | Low | Market hours | View → |
| 15 |
Agencia Financiera Federal (Alemania)
|
Bund 20 años | 3.76% | 6.8 | Low | Vencimiento | View → |
| 16 |
Marcus by Goldman Sachs
|
Marcus — Easy Access Savings (UK) | 3.75% | 7.8 | Low | Instant | View → |
| 17 |
Monzo
|
Monzo — Instant Access Savings Pot (UK) | 3.65% | 7.8 | Low | Instant | View → |
| 18 |
Ministero dell'Economia (Italia)
|
BTP 10 años | 3.59% | 6.9 | Low | Market hours | View → |
| 19 |
SME Bank
|
SME Bank — Depósito 1 año (Raisin) | 3.51% | 7.0 | Low | Al vencimiento | View → |
| 20 |
Mano Bank
|
Mano Bank — Depósito 1 año (Raisin) | 3.46% | 7.0 | Low | Al vencimiento | View → |
Retirement changes financial objectives: the focus shifts from building wealth to preserving it and generating regular income. Investments for retirees must prioritise capital safety, liquidity for unexpected expenses, and returns that at least offset inflation.
Unlike working years, a retiree cannot recover losses through future savings. This justifies a conservative profile — though it doesn't mean accepting zero returns. The key is to balance safety, yield and liquidity according to the needs of each life stage.
The biggest mistake is keeping too much capital in zero-yield current accounts out of fear of investing. Inflation silently erodes that capital. A fixed-term deposit at 2.5% already partially protects against CPI. The second mistake is chasing high returns by taking on risks that cannot be absorbed at this life stage.
Retirees are often in lower income tax brackets than during their working years, making investment return taxation more favourable. Capital income is taxed in the savings base (19–28%), separately from pension income. Most European countries offer additional allowances for retirees on savings income.
APYData aggregates rates and yields from official sources: the European Central Bank, national treasuries (bonds & T-bills), the Spanish Deposit Guarantee Fund (FGD) and banks’ official rates. Figures are updated automatically. (how it works · about us)
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