Manila, Aug. 8 -- The strong take-up on the government's retail treasury bond (RTB) offerings may be partly attributed to the sustained financial literacy programs, with a central bank official underscoring the need to ensure the Filipinos' financial health.

RTBs are intended for retail investors, thus the PHP5,000 minimum placement, and multiples of PHP5,000 thereafter.

The Bureau of the Treasury (BTr) started the offer period for the 31st tranche of RTB on Aug. 5, whch will run until the 15th of the month. The public may invest in this government-guaranteed debt paper through the BTr website and several banks and mobile apps tapped to sell the securities.

Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Deputy Governor Bernadette Romulo-Puyat, in a...