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Industrial production grew 0.4% in August, the Federal Reserve reported Friday.

Prices for goods imported by the U.S. fell in August by the most in more than two years.

U.S. retail sales rose by less than forecast in August following an upwardly revised July gain.

The weekly average yield to maturity of The Bond Buyer Municipal Bond Index, which is based on 40 long-term bond prices, rose to 4.07% from 4.03% the week before.

The Unsecured Creditors Committee continued an effort to change the deal in a hearing on Thursday.

Dealer firms are trying to comply with newer rules like markup disclosure, while regulators are finding some problems and working to communicate more clearly.

House Republicans want to make permanent the $10,000 cap on state and local tax deductions and the lower tax rates for individuals, both of which are due to expire at the end of 2025.

This week’s trading volume indicates there will be robust demand for municipal bonds, Morgan Stanley Wealth Management says.

The Fitch Ratings action does not affect its AAA rating for LAUSD general obligation bonds, which are rated based on a dedicated tax analysis without regard to the district’s finances.

The plan will see Indiana paid $1 billion in return for allowing a rate hike on the privately operated Indiana Toll Road.