Overview
– BART’s $930M 2025 bond sale highlights municipal market risks amid fiscal strain, declining ridership, and expiring federal aid.
– Moody’s downgraded BART from Aaa to Aa1, exposing gaps between credit ratings and operational risks like political uncertainty and revenue volatility.
– Investors face a dispersed market: high-rated bonds offer tax advantages but require deeper scrutiny of liquidity, debt coverage, and contingency plans.
– Strategic diversification, active management, and fiscal policy monitoring are critical as municipalities navigate post-pandemic fiscal headwinds.
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by Clyde Morgan
Tuesday, Aug 26, 2025 2:40 pm ET