Before participating in a Treasury Bill auction, you need to make a few key decisions: how long you want to invest, how much you want to commit, and what return level you are comfortable bidding for.
The right choice depends on your financial goals, liquidity needs, and market expectations.
Choose your tenor
Your first decision is how long you want your money invested. Your choices are between:
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Decide how much to invest
Next, choose the amount you want to place in the auction.
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Decide your bid strategy
If the auction requires competitive bidding, you may need to decide the yield or price you are willing to accept. This affects both:
If you're unsure about pricing
If you're unsure what price or yield to bid, you may want to review:
Using past auction data can help you understand current market conditions.
Questions to ask yourself before bidding
How long can I comfortably commit these funds?
Am I prioritizing higher returns or higher allocation certainty?
Could I need access to this money sooner?
Am I comfortable with market-based auction outcomes?
Helpful tools
Use our tools to support your decision:
Estimate costs and returns.
OpenAuction History ExplorerReview past auction outcomes.
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Coming soonCommon mistakes to avoid
Locking funds longer than expected can create pressure.
A higher expected return does not always mean a better bid outcome.
Past trends can provide useful context.
Make sure you understand how allocation works.