Researchers have compiled a new dataset that can be used for analyzing government bonds, published in a recent issue of the BIS Quarterly Review. The researchers explain what makes their dataset novel: Key takeaways The BIS is publishing a new data set on bonds issued...
State revenues have recovered faster than expected, even beating forecasts as aid flowed into state coffers from several stimulus packages, according to a Fitch report. The revenue figures won’t have much of a credit impact, however. From Fitch: State tax...
More than 9 out of 10 local governments say they need more infrastructure funding, according to a new survey from the National League of Cities. Bond Buyer summarizes the results: The NLC webinar highlighted the proposed infrastructure projects that are the most...
A new paper argues that the collapse of municipal bond insurance is one of the root causes of the drinking water crises in several U.S. cities. The full paper can be read here. From the paper: Public water infrastructure has traditionally been financed using municipal...