All articles tagged with #municipal debt
A new book argues that the bond market, not just stocks, drives modern inequality by allowing institutions to offload risk. While current markets price in aggressive Federal Reserve rate hikes due to strong growth, historical analysis shows how bond structures have long enabled financial detachment from real-world consequences, from colonial slavery to modern municipal debt.
New York City’s latest municipal bond sale came up short, underscoring investor skepticism toward Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s budget approach even as officials tout market demand. Higher yields made debt pricier, and three rating agencies lowered the outlook to negative, signaling rising risk. Critics warn that raiding rainy‑day funds and tax‑spending plans could erode confidence and even invite a state takeover if deficits persist, while some wealthy investors stay away from NYC debt amid the uncertainty.