Community Standouts
  • Joan Stern has been elected to The Bond Buyer's Muni Hall of Fame

    Joan Stern, a legend in public finance law in Philadelphia and Pennsylvania, is a member of The Bond Buyer's 2024 Muni Hall of Fame class.

  • Michael Charlebois was chosen as a Rising Star by The Bond Buyer

    "When I joined Stradling right out of law school, I didn't know what public finance was and I didn't know what I was getting into, but I quickly discovered that I love what I do," said Charlebois.

  • Passengers board a Brightline passenger train in Miami.

    The finance team burned the midnight oil to assemble and market one of the most complex deals in the municipal market this year.

Anatomy of a Deal
arrick_martin_sp
MuniThink

The Federal government's long-term budget challenges could mean dramatic changes for hospitals and health systems nationwide, derailing the post-COVID credit recovery that helped turn the healthcare sector into the fastest-growing segment of the municipal market in 2024.

The Securities and Exchange Commission flag flies in front of a building.
MuniThink

Issuers routinely refund 5% bonds in year 10, and the resulting savings can be significant. It is notable that although refunding is typically associated with declining interest rates, 5% bonds are refunded even if rates rise.

Sign up for Newsletters
Get the must-read stories and valuable insights delivered directly to your inbox.
  • Daily Briefing
    Delivered Every Weekday
    Ideas that impact your business delivered to your inbox every day.
  • Intraday News Update
    Delivered Every Weekday
    Get notified on breaking news and events.
  • Primary Market Report
    Weekly
    Recap of articles on new issuance as well as Featured Deals on the week.