[HIGHLIGHTS] The first batch of savings bonds this year were snapped up on the first day of issuance, and some bank quotas were sold out within an hour.

On March 10, the first batch of savings bonds (certificate-type) in 2024 were officially issued. Many bank quotas in Beijing were sold out in the morning.

The quotas of major banks were particularly in demand. Some bank account managers said that middle-aged and elderly people are more inclined to buy savings bonds than young people. Some joint-stock banks and city commercial banks still have some remaining quota, but account managers remind them to go to nearby outlets to purchase as soon as possible if necessary.