S&P boosts muni bonds: Bondholders can expect to see upgraded ratings in their municipal bond portfolios following a major review by Standard &Poor’s of its rating criteria. More |
House’s housing fix: In a bid to help fix the housing crisis, the House of Representatives is considering a bill that would ease rules governing the use of tax-exempt bonds. The measure would help first-time homeowners and encourage construction of low-income housing. More |
Closed end funds and auction rate securities: Investments previously sold to affluent investors as safe alternatives to cash are running into trouble. To read more about this and other topics important to bond investors, visit our newly updated Bond Forum. More |
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Mixed reviews: Ambac’s plan to raise $1.5 billion in new capital received a lukewarm reception from Wall Street and the three major rating agencies. More |
Market value mayhem: Concerned investors are asking, ‘What’s up with my market values?’ Indeed, a perfect storm is creating unprecedented volatility in the muni bond market. Does this cloud have a silver lining? More
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