I don't understand why he was downvoted... Not all of HN readers are from N.A. and Europe. While it's true that here in Canada I get 1% in savings account , but

I don't understand why he was downvoted... Not all of HN readers are from N.A. and Europe. While it's true that here in Canada I get 1% in savings account , but I know people who for example keep their money in Brazilian banks. I believe the going rate for savings accounts over there is 15%