National Outlook 2026
From federal policy and record issuance to technology transformation and infrastructure priorities, leaders convened in New York City to map out a clear-eyed roadmap for 2026. The dialogue was candid, forward-looking, and grounded in the realities facing issuers, investors, and market participants today.
Now, you can access the key sessions and perspectives that defined the event—and continue the conversation by exploring our upcoming conferences designed to keep you ahead of what’s next in the municipal market.
Join our panel of industry leaders as they discuss expectations for the public finance space.
As Congress will this year be faced with the renewal of the surface transportation bill and finding ways to fill the highway trust fund,
The concentration of the retail investor has grown in a market that often struggles with liquidity.
With federal funding cuts, immigration policy shifts and legal threats from Washington compounding with enrollment dropping,
How do Northeast state and local government leaders see 2026 playing out for their states and localities?
Water challenges abound across the country. From droughts to flooding,
As the municipal market navigates the world of technology and AI,
After two years of record issuance — and more than two years of rising inflation —
As the industry grapples with the retirements and retrenchment, how does it entice talented younger individuals to enter the space?
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