Sri Lanka T-bills saw additional investor demand this week as the state debt office sold Rs100 million worth of 3-month treasury bills on tap at an average rate of 7.52 percent, bringing the total amount of bills sold to Rs67.06 billion.
Debt office sells Rs100mn 3-month T-bills at 7.52%, total sales reach Rs67.06bn
Colombo — The state debt office confirmed that it sold an additional Rs100 million in Sri Lanka T-bills this week, with the 3-month treasury bills priced at an average yield of 7.52 percent. The sale was made on tap following the regular weekly auction, adding to the Rs66.96 billion already raised through 3, 6, and 12-month bills.
The extra issuance brought the total treasury bills sold during the week to Rs67.06 billion, signaling continued confidence from short-term investors. The stable 7.52 percent yield on the 3-month Sri Lanka T-bills suggests the market remains steady, with no major shifts in demand or pricing pressure.
Market analysts note that these small-scale on-tap sales allow the government to fine-tune its funding operations without reopening a full auction. By using on-tap placements, the debt office can meet investor appetite while maintaining liquidity in the short-term money market.
This week’s performance indicates that Sri Lanka T-bills continue to play a crucial role in managing government cash flow. The consistent participation of investors highlights the trust in short-term securities amid broader economic stabilization efforts. As yields remain stable, the debt office is expected to continue balancing funding requirements with prudent borrowing costs in the coming weeks.