The 6-Month Austrian Treasury Bill (ATB) Auction represents the issuance of short-term sovereign debt by the Republic of Austria to meet its budgetary requirements. These bills are zero-coupon securities issued at a discount, providing a benchmark for short-term interest rates in the Eurozone. The auction results, including the average yield and the bid-to-cover ratio, are closely watched by investors as indicators of the country's fiscal health and market demand for safe-haven assets. High demand typically reflects investor confidence in the Austrian government's creditworthiness.
The auction is conducted by the Austrian Treasury (ÖBFA) using a competitive bidding process among primary dealers. The final yield is determined based on the highest price (lowest yield) at which the total offered amount is covered.
| Date | Actual | Forecast | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 30, 2025 | 1.95 | — | — |
| Jul 24, 2025 | 1.90 | — | — |
| Apr 24, 2025 | 1.96 | — | — |
| Apr 22, 2025 | 1.96 | — | — |
| Jan 30, 2025 | 2.41 | — | — |
| Oct 31, 2024 | 2.80 | — | — |
| Sep 26, 2024 | 2.99 | — | — |
