Summary
– New York municipal bonds offer 5% tax-exempt yields, translating to 8.45% taxable-equivalent returns for top tax bracket investors, with 30-year muni-Treasury spreads at historic 95% levels.
– Steepening yield curves and $2.8B in Green Bonds create a 30-basis-point edge over Treasuries, while ESG alignment and competitive pricing reduce risk for long-duration holdings.
– Strong state credit fundamentals contrast with NYC’s near-term budget gaps and OBBBA-driven Medicaid cuts, urging focus on AAA-rated GO bonds and avoidance of high-yield, sector-specific risks.
– Strategic allocation (30-40% in 10-30Y bonds) maximizes yield advantages, though rising $256B issuance and sector vulnerabilities demand caution on spreads and credit quality.
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by Wesley Park
Thursday, Jul 24, 2025 2:05 pm ET