| Indicator | Last Report | Forecast | Actual |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Claims | 1/5: 322,000 | 1/12: 335,000 | 1/12: 301,000 |
| Cont. Claims | 12/29: 2.685M | 1/5: 2.710M | 1/5: 2.751M |
| Housing Starts | Nov.: 1.173M | Dec.: 1.140M | Dec.: 1.006M |
| Building Permits | Nov.: 1.162M | Dec.: 1.140M | Dec.: 1.068M |
| Philly Fed Survey | Dec.: -1.6 | Jan.: -1.3 | Jan.: -20.9 |
A pair of decisions from the U.S. Supreme Court may lead to a more pro-bondholder Puerto Rico Oversight Board.
Chicago had a $219 million surplus at fiscal year's end 2025, despite declines in governmental activities' net position and in investments after moves to boost liquidity.
The muni market is poised for a strong week, Peter DeGroot wrote for J.P. Morgan, with a "manageable" new-issue calendar, near-record inflows year-to-date and July redemption money.
Next payments are due July 14 and 15.
Figuring out a way to account for the shift in market demographics is crucial to the long-term future of the muni market, but it doesn't appear to be a priority.
The rating agency confirmed the Texas city's A1 bond ratings, ending a review for potential downgrade spurred by an impending water supply crisis.
