How does the Treasury decide what securities to sell?
The Treasury Department’s primary goal in debt management is to finance government borrowing needs at the lowest cost over time. The Office of Debt Management is responsible for providing the Assistant Secretary for Financial Markets and the Deputy Assistant Secretary (Federal Finance) with advice and analysis on matters related to the Treasury's debt management policy. You can find additional information on this subject in the overview of debt management provided on our website.
How do I buy Treasury securities?
Sales of U.S. Treasury securities at original issue are conducted by the Bureau of the Public Debt. You may also buy U.S. Treasury securities through a financial institution or securities dealer. Information on buying Treasury securities is available on the Bureau of the Public Debt website.
Where can I find information on Treasury's auction rules?
Detailed information on auction rules can be found in the Treasury Uniform Offering Circular (UOC) (31 CFR Part 356), which, in conjunction with the announcement for each auction, sets out the terms and conditions for the sale and issue of marketable Treasury bills, notes, bonds and TIPS.
Where can I find more information about the marketable securities Treasury issues?
The Bureau of the Public Debt (BPD) has a list of FAQs about Treasury bills, notes, bonds, and Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS).
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How does the Treasury decide what securities to sell?