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February 2026 Market Commentary

In February, Treasury yields fell across the curve, and the 10-year yield declined 30 basis points, as buyers turned to Treasuries amidst potential signs of the disinflationary power of AI, rising geopolitical tensions and worries about private credit.

Sustainable

California’s FAIR Plan and Potential Implications for State and Local Municipal Bonds

Ruth Ducret

The voluntary insurance market and state and local governments seek to adapt and increase resiliency in the face of a changing climate.

Investing

January 2026 Market Commentary

Treasury yields rose modestly across the curve during January, with the 2-year and 10-year maturities seeing increases of 5 basis points, as markets adjusted to shifting economic data.

Municipal

Wealth Taxes, Public Benefit Fraud, and What Matters for Muni Bonds

Adam Stern, J.D., M.P.A.

California’s proposed wealth tax faces significant political, legal, and administrative obstacles and is unlikely to be enacted.

Sustainable

Quantifying Power Demand from Artificial Intelligence

Evan Lassow, CFA

U.S. electricity consumption is forecasted to grow up to 25 percent by 2030, with over half of growth from data centers.

Investing

December 2025 Market Commentary

Economic growth remained robust in the fourth quarter, fueled by strong spending from high-income households and productivity gains linked to artificial intelligence-related investments.

Municipal

2026 Municipal Market Outlook

Adam Stern, J.D., M.P.A.

The municipal market enters 2026 with strong but fading credit quality.

Corporate

Q1 2026 Corporate Bond Market Outlook

Nicholas Elfner

As we enter 2026, we are of the view that the next 12 months may be more about total return and less excess return.