Bond ratings

The ratings on special district bonds issued for the Outlets at Legends, a shopping and entertainment district in northwestern Nevada have been on an upward trajectory for several years.

Mild economic conditions resulted in slight changes to upgrades and downgrades in the third quarter, compared to the second quarter, S&P said.

Agency says it's the highest general obligation bond rating it has received in 47 years.

The rating agency raised the system's subordinate-lien general airport revenue bond rating to A-plus from A with a stable outlook amid increased enplanements.

"S&P recognizes the progress that has been made and that Connecticut is getting its mojo back," said Gov. Ned Lamont.

KBRA said the upgrade reflected the airport's large and growing service area, anchored by Miami, which is a vibrant center for tourism and trade.

The Legislative Analyst's Office forecasts the state could face a $25 billion deficit in fiscal 2023-24.

New Jersey has overtaken Los Angeles as the busiest port in the U.S. The port attributed the decline to labor negotiations and retailers placing holiday orders this summer to avoid the potential for supply chain issues.

"The diversity of people and places I get to work with in U.S. Public Finance, from small special purpose districts to large cities and states," makes work interesting for Cora Bruemmer. I feel like I'm always learning something new."

The rating agency zeroed in on a handful of measures in a state where voters considered billions in bond measures.