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  • From Rally to Opportunity
    Oct 3 2025

    September’s rally could give way to an opportunity to buy the dip in October

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    MacKay Municipal Managers is a team of portfolio managers at MacKay Shields. MacKay Shields is 100% owned by NYLIM Holdings, which is wholly owned by New York Life Insurance Company. “New York Life Investments” is both a service mark, and the common trade name, of certain investment advisors affiliated with New York Life Insurance Company.


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  • Back to Basics
    Sep 19 2025

    In this episode of Muni 360, host Eric Kazatsky sits down with Scott Sprauer, Portfolio Manager at MacKay Municipal Managers, for a timely discussion on why municipal bonds remain a compelling option in today’s shifting market.

    From Fed policy and supply dynamics to the resilience of muni credit quality, Scott explains how active management and smart curve positioning can unlock opportunities for investors. He also shares why elevated supply is the new norm, why municipal yields are competitive against other fixed-income classes, and how investors should consider reallocating cash as the Fed begins its rate-cutting cycle.

    Tune in now for practical insights that highlight why municipals remain a cornerstone for long-term, tax-efficient portfolios.

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    MacKay Municipal Managers is a team of portfolio managers at MacKay Shields. MacKay Shields is 100% owned by NYLIM Holdings, which is wholly owned by New York Life Insurance Company. “New York Life Investments” is both a service mark, and the common trade name, of certain investment advisors affiliated with New York Life Insurance Company.

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    14 m
  • Ideas across the muni curve
    Sep 12 2025

    Two ideas at different spots on the curve

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    MacKay Municipal Managers is a team of portfolio managers at MacKay Shields. MacKay Shields is 100% owned by NYLIM Holdings, which is wholly owned by New York Life Insurance Company. “New York Life Investments” is both a service mark, and the common trade name, of certain investment advisors affiliated with New York Life Insurance Company.


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    4 m
  • Curve Appeal
    Sep 5 2025

    Our view is that OBBBA’s actual financial impact to states will be small, and quite manageable.

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    MacKay Municipal Managers is a team of portfolio managers at MacKay Shields. MacKay Shields is 100% owned by NYLIM Holdings, which is wholly owned by New York Life Insurance Company. “New York Life Investments” is both a service mark, and the common trade name, of certain investment advisors affiliated with New York Life Insurance Company.


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  • Hospitals Prove Durability in a Dynamic Environment
    Aug 22 2025

    Healthcare has been one of the most dynamic pockets of the market uniquely facing the challenges of pandemic and now Medicaid challenges with the passing of the OBBA, however hospitals have remained resilient evidenced by improving median metrics.

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    certain investment advisors affiliated with New York Life Insurance Company.

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  • Attractive Levels Garnering Attention
    Aug 15 2025

    Issuance is up, the curve is steepening, and tax policy is finally clear—conditions that have muni investors taking a closer look.

    In this episode, host Chris Roberti is joined by Matt Hage, Portfolio Manager at MacKay Municipal Managers, for a timely look at market dynamics and positioning. Matt shares why issuance is running 20% above last year’s record pace, how shifts in the curve are opening long-term opportunities, and what the “One Big Beautiful Bill” means for tax policy and sector risk. They also discuss credit fundamentals, potential catalysts for a rally, and why active management may be better equipped than passive strategies in today’s environment.

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    MacKay Municipal Managers is a team of portfolio managers at MacKay Shields. MacKay Shields is 100% owned by NYLIM Holdings, which is wholly owned by New York Life Insurance Company. “New York Life Investments” is both a service mark, and the common trade name, of certain investment advisors affiliated with New York Life Insurance Company.

    SMRU: 8252992.1


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  • States vs. OBBBA: Financial Fallout Overhyped?
    Aug 8 2025

    Our view is that OBBBA’s actual financial impact to states will be small, and quite manageable.

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    MacKay Municipal Managers is a team of portfolio managers at MacKay Shields. MacKay Shields is 100% owned by NYLIM Holdings, which is wholly owned by New York Life Insurance Company. “New York Life Investments” is both a service mark, and the common trade name, of certain investment advisors affiliated with New York Life Insurance Company.


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  • Now is the time to build-in durable tax-exempt income
    Aug 1 2025

    The difference in yields between the 2 year and 30 year points on the municipal yield curve is the highest it’s been in 5 years.

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    MacKay Municipal Managers is a team of portfolio managers at MacKay Shields. MacKay Shields is 100% owned by NYLIM Holdings, which is wholly owned by New York Life Insurance Company. “New York Life Investments” is both a service mark, and the common trade name, of certain investment advisors affiliated with New York Life Insurance Company.


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    3 m