Public finance

The market awaits Gov. J.B. Pritzker's fiscal 2021 budget proposal next month before turning to November's progressive income tax vote.

An Oversight Board lawyer said that an announcement might be made in the next 30 days.

Despite tax-exempts being expensive, strong technicals are likely to extend into February.

State cuts to Medicaid reimbursement could cost New York City up to $1.1 billion.

Wells Fargo will be joint senior manager on a $1.4 billion deal, its first negotiated California deal since State Treasurer Fiona Ma lifted a ban.

The $760 billion, 5-year plan also calls for expanding qualified private activity bonds, reinstating tax credit bonds, and more bond-friendly provisions.

The head of New York State's lead economic development agency credits the municipal bond market for carving a path to tackle important capital projects.

Gov. Ralph Northam and the Virginia Legislature's new Democratic majority want higher gas taxes and new bond financing plans to support road and rail projects.

Governance structure and new emphasis points are in play as Massachusetts lawmakers weigh extending the MBTA oversight panel.

At the start of 2020, banks once again have a new reason to consider their muni portfolios due to potential regulatory changes.

The city, only recently released from state oversight, is facing more fiscal challenges.

Debate over taxables, climate, ESG, possible infrastructure bill hang over 2020.

While issuance is seen rising, not all analysts think it's a smart move to do taxable refundings.

Fiscal Plan for Puerto Rico that the Oversight Board created lays out the steps necessary for public spending to be prioritized and sustainable.

Puerto Rico's legislature may not want to approve what would effectively be an electricity rate increase, said analysts at a recent conference.

The muni market strengthened, following treasuries, as yields continued to drop.

After two recounts produced different results, the Midland Independent School District's $569 million measure bond fell 26 votes short.

The Financial Accounting Foundation stirred controversy among public finance groups earlier this month when it indicated the next GASB chairman will not have government service as part of his background.

With demand at an all-time high and record inflows that is continuing to come into the market, one would think there would be more issuance.

The New York City Housing Development Corp. plans to issue $375 million of housing impact bonds, a new category of sustainable development bonds.