Markets

The region's services sector expanded at a faster pace, as the general business conditions index grew to 43.3 in November from 37.6 in October.

It is critical that financial players start to pay very close attention and start reviewing their documents.

A planned elimination of variable-rate debt exposure and termination of outstanding swaps lifted the bi-state transportation agency's rating outlook.

Amid a volatile equity market landscape, municipal bonds remained strong.

Dave Brayshaw, a 26-year veteran with Hilltop Securities/First Southwest Co., will open a Dallas office for Masterson Advisors.

Municipal bonds were stronger at mid-session as the market prepares for a quiet Thanksgiving holiday week.

Chicago officials say the city will complete its $3 billion securitization program with a $600 million deal as soon as January.

Builders’ confidence in the market for new single-family homes fell as the National Association of Home Builders' housing market index dropped to 60 in November from 68 in October.

Underwriters and issuers alike have complained about the nature of disclosures under current guidance to the MSRB's rule G-17.

The muni market is lined up for just two deals $100 million or larger before the holiday.