Government Savings Bonds Sell Out in 21 Seconds
OmPlus government savings bonds sold out in just 21 seconds on August 2, with a second subscription period opening August 3-5 as the government pushes broader financial access for ordinary citizens and small businesses.
Government spokesperson Ratchada Thanadirek revealed on August 2 that the "OmPlus" government savings bonds sold out entirely within 21 seconds, demonstrating strong public interest in secure, accessible savings options—especially amid global economic uncertainty. The rapid sell-out reflects not just the appeal of the bond itself but public willingness to participate in government-backed financial tools when they are designed for broad accessibility.
Prime Minister Anutthin Charnvirakul has mandated that all government agencies expand economic opportunities for ordinary citizens and small businesses, ensuring capital flows broadly through the real economy rather than concentrating among wealthy or well-positioned groups. The OmPlus bond was designed with a low entry point and uses a "Small Lot First" allocation principle, prioritizing small retail investors to ensure fair access to government-backed assets.
For those who missed the first round, a second subscription period will open August 3-5, with a minimum investment of 1,000 baht and priority for small investors via the Bond Connect platform. The government is simultaneously working to help small and medium enterprises access credit and capital by using big data and alternative credit assessments, allowing financial institutions to evaluate business potential beyond traditional collateral requirements alone. This expanded credit access enables SMEs to circulate capital, expand operations, and maintain employment.
Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithaprasphat is overseeing these efforts in coordination with the Bank of Thailand, financial institutions, and relevant agencies. The government is also cracking down on informal money channels, underground lending, online gambling, and illicit financial transactions that distort fair competition and undermine legitimate businesses.
On the investment side, the government is strengthening policy stability and clarity to attract quality foreign investment in future industries—electric vehicles, data centers, digital economy, and clean energy—which will bring technology transfer, workforce development, and higher-paying job creation.
