Municipal Bonds
Coverage of Municipal Bonds in the Nexus archive.
- The loss of local news isn’t just making voters less informed, it makes taxpayers poorer, study says
A study by Rebuild Local News links the decline of local newspapers to increased taxpayer costs due to higher municipal borrowing rates. Without local journalism oversight, governments face reduced scrutiny, leading to $12 million annual tax increases in Ohio and $1.1 billion nationally.
- India’s Richest Civic Body Plans Nearly $1 Billion Muni Bonds
Mumbai, India's richest civic body, plans to issue nearly $1 billion in municipal bonds. The move aims to fund infrastructure and civic projects in the city.
- Muni Bond Sales Surge in 2026
Municipal bond sales are experiencing a significant surge in 2026, indicating strong investor interest in local government debt financing. This uptick reflects growing confidence in the municipal bond market and increased capital raising activity by state and local governments.
- Private-Credit Concerns Hit Muni Market
Private credit concerns are negatively impacting the municipal bond market, leading to reduced demand and increased risk for investors. The situation highlights vulnerabilities in the muni market amid broader financial uncertainties.