Secondary bond market

As the end of the year approaches, new issue supply slows down.

A school district in upstate New York missed a bond payment last month because of a snow day.

Market data shows the trading gap between A-rated and BBB-rated corporate bonds has widened in volume.

Municipals were mixed at midday as Treasury bonds weakened while the last of the week’s supply trickled into the primary market.

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Municipals look somewhat less attractive following last week’s rally, but should maintain a firm tone through year-end, an analyst said.

Municipal bonds were trading mixed in mid-session activity as more supply came to market.

The market absorbed a surge in bond issuance, led by the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York and the Illinois Toll Highway Authority.

Richard Gounaud, accused by the SEC of participation in a muni bond "flipping" scheme, claimed the use of the slang term created unfair bias.

With only a few weeks left in the year, the muni market is poised for a burst of activity, while also looking ahead to what 2019 might bring.

Detroit issued bonds Friday to fund the successful tender offer.

Volatility in risk assets has led investors to the safety of bonds, according to Societe Generale.

Federal Reserve data show the effects of a new tax code that makes muni ownership less appealing for banks.

Municipal bonds were stronger at mid-session, as the market prepares for an $8 billion new issue slate.

Municipal bonds closed out the week stronger ahead of a hefty new issue slate.

As the end of the year draws near, the municipal bond market will see lots of negotiated deals on next week’s new issue calendar.

Municipal bonds rallied Thursday as yields fell as much as six basis points in spots.

Municipal bond traders returned to work on Thursday as the market took up where it left off on Tuesday — with munis and Treasuries rallying.

Municipal bonds were stronger with Treasurys as the Chicago O’Hare airport deal came to market as Detroit sold GOs.

Moody’s said the plant closure would have “a pronounced negative effect on Trumbull County’s economy.”