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Endowus offers a variety of low-risk cash management solutions, providing investors with more options to earn returns on their idle funds.
Latest bank savings and USD & HKD time deposit rates in Hong Kong
Latest market commentary (August 2026)
In July, non-farm payrolls unexpectedly fell by 23,000, against a consensus for an 83,000 gain, while June's print was revised down to just 20,000 and May's to 63,000—a combined downgrade of 103,000. Unemployment actually dropped to 4.1%, but this is seen as a reflection of more people leaving the labour force.
The Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index, the Fed's preferred inflation gauge, eased to 3.7% year-on-year in June, down from May's 4.1%, as a brief US-Iran ceasefire pulled energy prices lower. Core PCE, which excludes food and energy, held at 3.3% year-on-year—still well above the Fed's 2% target. July's PCE data, due 26 August, will likely show whether the softening continued even as oil prices resumed climbing through the month after low-intensity hostilities resumed. While full out war is not the base case, a complete resolution also appears to be out of reach at this stage.
At its 28–29 July meeting, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) held rates at 3.50%–3.75% by a 9–3 vote. Cleveland's Beth Hammack, Minneapolis's Neel Kashkari and Dallas's Lorie Logan all dissented in favour of a quarter-point hike. The minutes, released on 19 August, showed the hawkish tilt ran wider than the three dissents alone: "Most participants anticipated that inflation would step down over the rest of the year as the effects of tariffs and earlier energy price increases wane, but many participants noted the possibility that inflation might be more persistently elevated." This is consistent with the data showing persistent levels of above-target core inflation.
Market pricing has swung with the data. According to CME Group's FedWatch tool, the odds of a hike at the Fed's 15–16 September meeting stood near 65% in the days right after the July decision, before tumbling toward one-in-three as the weak July jobs report landed, and have held near 35% since the minutes were released on 19 August — the same reading (34.6%) implies a 68.4% chance of a hike by December and 82.2% by April 2027.
Chair Kevin Warsh will deliver his first keynote as Fed Chair at the Kansas City Fed's Jackson Hole symposium, running 27–29 August, three weeks ahead of the September decision, though he has said the speech will focus on longer-term structural questions rather than near-term policy signals.
Overview of fixed and variable rate solutions available on Endowus
Money market and cash funds on the Endowus platform
Don’t want to lock up your funds, but still want to earn higher returns on your idle cash? Consider the high-quality money market funds available on the Endowus platform, managed by globally renowned fund companies such as HSBC Global Asset Management, Ping An, JP Morgan Asset Management, and Aberdeen Investments. For instance, as of 31 July 2026, Ping An USD Money Market Fund has achieved returns of about 4.13% in the past year.
Here are some money market, liquidity, and fixed income funds available on the Endowus platform for Hong Kong investors to consider:
For HKD:
- GaoTeng WeInvest HKD Money Market Fund
- HSBC Global Money Hong Kong Dollar
- JP Morgan Money Fund - HK$
- Ping An Hong Kong Dollar Money Market Fund
For USD:
- GaoTeng WeValue USD Money Market Fund
- Abrdn Liquidity Fund USD
- Ping An USD Money Market Fund
- Amundi Cash USD Fund
- HSBC Global Money US Dollar
Endowus offers cash management solutions with an annual fee of only 0.10%. Our products are highly competitive compared to similar low-risk investment products on the market. We aim to change the current situation where sales commissions erode client returns.
Endowus CashUp portfolios: smart and flexible ways to earn more on your cash
Too spoiled for choice?
You can consider directly investing in the Endowus CashUp portfolios curated by our Investment Office. With just one click, you can easily purchase a portfolio of money market funds, making cash investment management simpler and more convenient.
Make your cash work harder and smarter for you. If you have money set aside for an upcoming expense, you may consider investing to earn higher returns instead of letting it sit idle in your current or savings account.
Endowus Fixed-Rate Savings: Unlock superior interest rates of up to 3.82% p.a.^
For investors looking for a locked-in fixed return. Endowus launched Fixed-Rate Savings in 2025, offering clients superior interest rates from leading banks in Hong Kong, applicable for tenors of 1 month, 2 months, 3 months, or 6 months.
Fixed-Rate Savings aims to provide customers with attractive fixed returns by partnering with trusted banks in Hong Kong, offering industry-leading corporate fixed deposit rates.
^Fixed-Rate Savings (FRS) is not an investment product, collective investment scheme, or fixed deposit product. It is not protected by the Deposit Protection Scheme (DPS). The indicative net interest rate as of 21 August2026 is net of the Endowus Fee of 0.10% p.a.
#"Net yield after fees" is calculated as the change in value (NAV plus reinvested distributions) over the trailing 7 days, annualized on a compound basis (as of 31 August 2026). This yield does not represent future returns or actual annual returns and is provided for reference only.
*The net yield of CashUp portfolios is calculated as the change in value (NAV plus reinvested distributions) over the trailing 7 days, annualized on a compound basis (as of 31 July 2026). Net yields after fees are calculated net of fund-level fees, after Cashback and Endowus fees. This yield does not represent future returns or actual annual returns and is provided for reference only.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is a money market fund?
A money market fund is a mutual fund that invests in high-quality, short-term debt instruments and cash equivalents. These investments typically include Treasury bills (T-bills), commercial paper, and certificates of deposit (CDs), which are known for their liquidity and low risk.
Money market funds are designed to offer investors a relatively low-risk place to invest easily accessible cash while earning a modest return.
Read more: How to choose between money market funds
What are fixed deposits, and what do the rates mean?
A fixed deposit is an interest-bearing bank account that has a pre-set maturity date, meaning it can only be withdrawn after the predetermined set duration. For instance, if the fixed deposit rate in Hong Kong is stipulated to be 3.40% for a period of 3 months, it means that the deposited cash in the account will earn an interest rate of 3.40% per annum, pro-rata to 3 months’ value.
The advantage of fixed deposits is that savings are protected by the Hong Kong Deposit Protection Board’s Deposit Protection Scheme (DPS). Each depositor is protected up to a maximum of HK$ 800,000 per bank (including both principal and interest).
It is important to note that fixed deposits come with a lock-in period. If there is a need for liquidity and you need to withdraw the principal before the maturity date, you will be required to pay a penalty or fee for early withdrawal according to the withdrawal policy and penalty rules.
Read more:
- How to choose between money market funds
- An emergency rainy day fund: Why every Hong Konger should have one
- Webinar: Supercharge your cash in a 5% interest rate environment
- SMEs and startups in Hong Kong: How to seek higher yields on corporate cash
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Disclaimer for Fixed-Rate Savings (FRS)
Fixed-Rate Savings is not an investment product, collective investment scheme, or fixed deposit product. It is not protected by the Deposit Protection Scheme. The rates offered are not due to the pooling of invested funds by Endowus, and Endowus is not offering FRS as a fund, scheme, or portfolio with a pooling element.
Risk Warnings
Investment involves risk. Past performance is not an indicator nor a guarantee of future performance or returns. Projected performance or returns is not guaranteed to materialise. The value of investments and the income from them can go down as well as up, and you may not get the full amount you invested.
Rates of exchange may cause the value of investments to go up or down. Individual stock performance does not represent the return of a fund.
General risk warnings relating to collective investment schemes
Before making an investment decision, you are reminded to refer to the relevant prospectus/ offering document for specific risk considerations and related fees and charges.
Funds are not a bank deposit and not capital guaranteed, and is subject to investment risks, including the possible loss of the principal amount invested.
Some of the funds also involve derivatives. Do not invest in them unless you fully understand and are willing to assume the risks associated with them.
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