-
Despite the pandemic, operating revenues increased 7.6% from 2019 to 2020 and 8.25% from 2020 to 2021.
May 9 -
North Carolina Treasurer Dale Folwell talks with The Bond Buyer's Chip Barnett about how the state's economy has remained in financially good health despite dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic as well how the state deals with troubled municipalities. As chair of the debt affordability commission, he chats about bond issuance. He also discusses the ways to reform healthcare and increase transparency. (15 minutes)
March 1 -
The number of hospital mergers and acquisitions dropped last year and the pandemic and federal government's actions may influence the 2022 picture
January 6 -
Much of the Oregon Health & Science University deal funds a hospital expansion, but it also includes a tender exchange and a privately placed forward refunding.
December 6 -
The massive Chicago-based system that operates in 21 states scored a ratings boost from S&P and a revised outlook to positive from Fitch.
November 17 -
The mammoth California hospital chain reached a preliminary $575 million settlement agreement in March in an antitrust lawsuit.
May 12 -
The Texas House rejected a proposal to expand coverage for Texans who have low-paying jobs that do not provide health insurance.
April 26 -
Political uncertainty will elevate bond price volatility for those issuers more dependent on fiscal support. Still, the broader market will benefit from support for education, transportation, and healthcare sectors.
February 23Western Asset Management -
The new orders announced by Gov. Gavin Newsom will be triggered on a regional basis if hospital intensive care unit capacity falls below 15%.
December 4 -
Pennsylvania nonprofit health system’s aggressive expansion has left it with a massive debt load, although default not an issue.
November 25