Due to an editing error, yesterday's front-page Deal in Focus story included inaccurate information in the lead paragraph and in the jump headline. Houston plans to issue nearly $1 billion of debt before the end of the month: $450 million of revenue bonds for the Houston Airport System and $500 million of general obligation bonds to fund city improvements.
Three casinos are betting billions of dollars on the New York City market. The state is hoping to cash in, too.
"Once this week is done, that's it for the year. The following week is Christmas, and then after that, the new year," said Jeff Timlin, a partner at Sage Advisory.
Palomar Health's bond rating remains stuck at junk, but UCSD partnership offers a glimmer of hope.
A looming government shutdown marks an uncertain future for the country as economists and muni leaders point to the positive effects of stubborn inflation on state tax revenues.
Indiana Public Finance Director Dan Huge will retire effective Jan. 2, capping off a long career of public service for the state.
Federal Reserve Gov. Christopher Waller said monetary policy must remain insulated from political pressure, arguing that communication with the White House should be limited. Waller is slated to meet with President Trump Wednesday afternoon.
