A Retail Treasury Bond (RTB) is a debt instrument issued by a government to raise funds from the public to finance its expenditure needs. RTBs are designed to be accessible to individual investors making them an attractive option for personal investment portfolios. They offer a fixed interest rate, and because they are backed by the government, they are considered to be low-risk investments.

Here are 3 reasons to invest in RTBs:

• Predictable and guaranteed returns: RTBs typically offer fixed interest rates, providing investors with a predictable stream of income over the bond’s duration. This can be advantageous for individuals seeking stable returns on their investments.
• Accessibility: RTBs are designed to be accessible to retail investors, meaning individuals can invest relatively small amounts of money starting at PHP 5,000.
• Government-backed security: RTBs are backed by the government, making them one of the safest investment options available. The risk of default is low, providing investors with a secure place to park their funds.

About RTB30

RTB30 is the latest issuance of the government through the Bureau of Treasury. The funds raised will help the country’s agriculture, infrastructure, social services, and economic growth.

For as low as PHP 5,000, your investment can earn through quarterly interest payments at an annual interest rate of 6.25% over the 5-year maturity period.

Important dates to remember 

February 13-23, 2024 | OFFER PERIOD

This is the period when you can buy RTB30. Offer period ends at 3PM on Feb 23, 2024.

February 28, 2024 | ISSUANCE DATE

This refers to the date when the bond orders are issued to the users and when the bond begins to accrue interest.

February 28, 2029 | MATURITY DATE

This is the date when investors will receive the face value plus the final interest payment of their investment.

Buying RTB30 on PDAX

 Investing in retail treasury bonds is now made simple with the PDAX app! RTB30 will be available until February 23, 2024 at 3PM.

For a step by step guide on buying RTB30, you can refer to this Youtube video.

Just click on the Bonds icon on your homescreen to start. https://pdax.onelink.me/z7HU/l30m3brp