A market reset creates new opportunities
- September's historic selloff materially improved municipal valuations, creating a more attractive entry point for investors heading into Q4.
- Higher yields offer compelling income opportunities without requiring investors to predict the next move in interest rates.
- Property tax reform and evolving fiscal policies could increase credit differentiation, reinforcing the importance of security selection.
Municipal yields outpace taxable alternatives
Municipal bond tax-equivalent yields exceed Treasuries and IG corporates by ~200–300 basis points
Source: Bloomberg Indices, BlackRock, as of 9/30/26.
*40.8% effective tax rate to achieve tax-equivalent yield


