A story Wednesday incorrectly reported that Colorado state Rep. Chris Romer helped develop Denver Public Schools’ 2008 pension bond issue while working for JPMorgan. Romer was removed from all DPS accounts in 2007.
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In a story Thursday, some details about the status of the Birmingham Airport Authority’s terminal modernization project were incorrect. The authority has signed a guaranteed maximum price contract and design documents have been completed.
Along with UBS' departure from the negotiated underwriting space, various firms have hired talent from both firms to increase their primary and secondary market presence. Many hope for some positive effects in both competition and secondary market liquidity as a result.
The bond plan, a key priority for Mayor Brandon Johnson, will be paid for with revenue gained by letting tax increment financing districts expire.
Moody's Ratings on Monday revised Illinois' outlook to positive from stable and affirmed the state's A3 issuer rating and the A3 rating on its GO debt.
"Bifurcated demand reflects the persistent bid strength from [separately managed accounts] and retail investors, not to mention more accounts marshaling cash and liquidity up front while the Fed perspective evolves," said MMA's Matt Fabian.
In a move that kicks the can down the road at the very least, the Commission has begun a process that often results in outright rejection.
The 2022 law, which has so far banned three major investment banks from underwriting municipal bonds in Oklahoma, could be amended to limit its reach to state agencies.
