On the latest episode of the Debtwire Municipals Muni Lowdown podcast, Managing Editor Paul Greaves and Curation Editor Stephanie Fagnani speak with Cooper Howard, fixed income strategist at Charles Schwab about federal policy and the muni market.

Cooper provides his thoughts on the “question marks” surrounding federal policy initiatives on the municipal market such as tariffs.

The discussion shifts to Cooper highlighting municipal sectors most sensitive to federal policy shifts.

Cooper segues the discussion into the potential hurdles that private higher education may have to overcome.

The podcast closes with Cooper discussing what municipal credits may consider to maintain credit quality despite the numerous challenges.

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