Bloomberg Municipal Bond Index posts best April since 2014

6 articles · Updated · Bloomberg · May 1

The index rose nearly 1.15% in April, marking its strongest performance for the month in more than a decade.
Municipal bonds rebounded as investors returned after a period of volatility linked to war-driven market uncertainty.
The rally suggests improved footing in the muni market after recent turbulence, with April delivering a notable turnaround for the asset class.

With yields near historic highs, will municipal bonds continue to outperform if geopolitical tensions flare up again or inflation persists in 2026?

How might the surge in municipal bond supply and evolving regulations reshape investor strategies and risk management in the coming year?