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Government Launches Savings+ Bonds Through Stock Accounts

Thailand's stock exchange is offering government Savings+ bonds through stock accounts for the first time, with a 2 billion baht allocation and minimum investment of just 1,000 baht. Two fixed-rate options are available: 1.8% for three year

Government Launches Savings+ Bonds Through Stock Accounts
3 Aug Khaosod

The Stock Exchange of Thailand is inviting investors to purchase government Savings+ bonds through stock accounts for the first time via the Bond Connect system, with a total offering of 2 billion baht. The minimum investment is just 1,000 baht with no maximum limit. Two options are available: a 3-year bond with a fixed rate of 1.8% per year and a 10-year bond with a fixed rate of 2.8% per year, with interest paid quarterly. Allocation will use a "Small Lot First" method to ensure fair and equitable distribution.

To prepare, follow these three simple steps: find a participating distributor that suits your needs, review the booking details and open an account, then activate your securities account. Savings+ bonds are now open for purchase nationwide from 8:30 a.m. on August 3, 2026 until 3:00 p.m. on August 5, 2026 through 24 participating distributors including 6 commercial banks and 18 securities companies, available via digital channels, branches, and the Streaming application. Allocation will be completed on August 6, 2026. For more information, visit www.set.or.th/bond and www.setinvestnow.com/th/bondconnect-selling-agent.

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