Selected government securities, including Treasury bills (T-bills), are now accessible via GBonds, a new investment platform launched through a collaboration involving the Bureau of the Treasury (BTr), GCash Philippine Digital Asset Exchange (PDAX) Inc. and Bonds.PH Inc.
The BTr said the initiative aligns with its commitment to financial inclusion, enabling Filipinos to invest in government securities conveniently through their mobile devices, even without a traditional bank account.
Retail treasury bonds (RTBs) are also slated to be offered on the platform soon, coinciding with the next RTB issuance.
GBonds, the latest feature from GCash, provides users with an avenue to invest in government securities, widely regarded as among the safest financial instruments.
The platform offers Treasury bills with a minimum investment of P500 and retail treasury bonds for a minimum of P5,000 during their primary offering.
“GBonds is about bridging the gap between the government securities market and the millions of Filipinos,” said National Treasurer Sharon Almanza.
“By making these investment options available through mobile applications and electronic wallets, we are showing our commitment to empowering more Filipinos by providing easier access and more inclusive ways to invest,” she said.
Finance Secretary Ralph Recto underscored GBonds’ role in supporting the nation’s economic objectives.
“GBonds is a powerful instrument that gives Filipinos a safe way to grow their hard-earned money while also helping build the country’s future by supporting key government programs like infrastructure and education,” said Recto.
The availability of government securities on GBonds reflects the Bureau of the Treasury’s ongoing efforts to broaden retail investor participation, foster financial literacy and inclusion and deepen the domestic debt market, it said.
The BTr said the initiative marks a significant milestone in its digitalization roadmap, bolstering the Republic’s drive for a more inclusive and accessible financial system
