by DRL Group | Feb 5, 2026 | Market Insights
We reported that certain reports will be delayed due to the government shutdown. The January employment report has been rescheduled for 2/11 according to the data put out by Labor Stats. The data was originally due 2/6; this should not impact the markets, unless the...
by DRL Group | Jan 30, 2026 | Market Insights
We pushed out a piece discussing MUNIs and how money managers believe longer-dated MUNIs offer value here, despite the slight increase in pricing (which we are not seeing). If you are a MUNI investor looking for value, it would be prudent to seek paper on the longer...
by DRL Group | Jan 23, 2026 | Market Insights
The feud between President Trump and Powell continued yesterday in Davos. Trump indicated Powell would not “enjoy” his tenure if he stayed on the FED Board after his term as chair expires. We all know Trump wants to replace Powell and is pressing for lower rates. We...
by DRL Group | Jan 15, 2026 | Market Insights
Fund flows: Investors added $1.25 billion from municipal bond mutual funds in the week ended Jan. 7, 2026, according to the Investment Company Institute. The prior week saw $407 million in inflow. This is a clear indication of SMA’s buying of paper within the markets....
by DRL Group | Jan 8, 2026 | Market Insights
American public schools went on a borrowing binge in 2025, marking the sector’s biggest year for municipal debt sales in over a decade as dipping enrollment and elevated inflation strain districts’ budgets. School systems around the US issued about $82 billion in muni...
by DRL Group | Dec 19, 2025 | Market Insights
Investors continue to add funds to MUNI bond funds; last week, 260MM was added from retail investors. The prior week saw a 262MM inflow, indicating that retail investors have been seeking tax-exempt paper over the past few months. The overall calendar continues to...
