Post-Election Market Overview
We salute our veterans as markets pause this week in recognition of Veteran’s Day. In this edition of Ehlers Market Commentary we discuss post-election implications and reflect on news of a potential COVID-19 vaccine.
Who We Are
Ehlers is an industry-leading financial advisory firm serving Minnesota, Wisconsin, Colorado, Illinois and Kansas. We leverage centuries of combined experience and specialized expertise to deliver innovative, fully-integrated public finance solutions that help our public sector clients build strong, vibrant and sustainable communities. We serve local governments, school districts, public agencies, special districts, community development authorities and joint powers boards.
Debt Issuance & Management
We’ve helped public sector clients realize their vision through creative debt solutions for more than six decades. It’s why we consistently rank in the top three nationally for the number of competitive bond sales advised.
Economic Development & Redevelopment
Creating new jobs and revitalizing communities is what it’s all about. Our advisors leverage first-hand experience in local government to design financial solutions that bring your development visions to life.
Financial Management Planning
From annual budgets to capital improvement plans – and everything in between – Ehlers provides strategic, yet practical fiscal guidance to help clients fulfill immediate financial needs and achieve long-term community goals.
Investments & Treasury Management
Ehlers closes the loop on issuing debt by providing full cash management and investment strategies for all cash-based assets. We also help clients create smart, safe investment policies that support liquidity and return, while adhering to IRS regulations.
Arbitrage Consulting
Our specialized consultants partner seamlessly with your Ehlers’ Advisory team to develop strategies that ensure IRS compliance and minimize rebates.
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Independent
Fully-
Integrated
With client communities at the heart of everything we do, Ehlers’ integrated advisory teams are uniquely qualified to deliver independent guidance across all areas of public finance. That’s something our competitors just can’t say.
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Bond Sales
Ehlers helps clients market and issue bonds through both competitive and negotiated processes. The occurrence and details of our clients' competitive bond sales are subject to change. Final details for each sale listed will be found in the official statement produced by Ehlers.
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Upcoming Bond Sales
City of Stevens Point, Wisconsin
$4,170,000.00 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2020A
Maturities
2021 - 2028
Sale Date & Time
November 30 2020, 10:00 AM CT
City of Stevens Point, Wisconsin
$3,590,000.00 Taxable General Obligation Community Development Bonds, Series 2020B
Maturities
2021 - 2040
Sale Date & Time
November 30 2020, 10:00 AM CT
City of Platteville, Wisconsin
$1,495,000.00 Water and Sewer System Revenue Bonds, Series 2020C
Maturities
2021 - 2039
Sale Date & Time
December 2 2020, 10:00 AM CT
Interest Rate Indices
Municipal Debt Rates
As of November 19, 2020
Bond Buyer Index
Revenue Bond Index
10-Year Treasury Note
Fixed Income Investment Rates
As of November 20, 2020
3-Month Commercial Paper
1-Year U.S. Treasury Bill
3-Year GO AA Muni
Newsroom
COVID Resurgence and Uncertainty a Volatile Mix for Global Financial Markets
Elections in the United States and a global resurgence in COVID have presented tremendous uncertainty to investors the last two weeks.
Fiscal Policy and Stimulus Remain a Key Focal Point
Expect the debate over fiscal policy and direct stimulus tools to remain at the forefront of the response to the pandemic both domestically and abroad.
Market Commentary