Before the municipal market was slammed by the coronavirus, the topic of municipal disclosure timeliness had once again reared its ugly head. Our analysis reveals that while timeliness improved from 2012 to 2018, 2019 was a different story. In the post-pandemic world, restoring reporting timeliness will be critical to regaining investor confidence.

DPC DATA recently published this email about coronavirus resources to help members of the muni sector stay informed.

DPC DATA takes a look at how the fundamental changes in Municipal Market structure drove the need for improved trade and credit data

DPC DATA has filled a niche in providing information, including: document management, best execution, data management and sector assignments for the industry.

Fidelity’s millions of customers now have instant access to all DPC DATA information affecting municipal bonds to help them be better informed as investors.

Timeliness of municipal disclosures has improved, with most sectors now filing 180 days after fiscal year-end.

The issue of municipal disclosure continues to be at the forefront of market discussions. A new study from DPC DATA shows the timeliness of municipal financial disclosure filings has in fact been improving, albeit to varying degrees depending on the sector.

The Roseland, NJ-based company, which provides disclosure information solutions for the municipal securities lifecycle, will tap Nguyen’s experience in municipal bond credit strategies and Carlin’s extensive industry relationships to help expand its product line.

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