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Investing in Technology for the Future Sep 30, 2020

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Modern regulation is dependent on technological advancement. This episode features several members of the MSRB Board of Directors discussing the MSRB's strategic investment in technology and their vision for advancing fairness, transparency and efficiency in the municipal market.

The MSRB Podcast expands the array of existing, market education resources provided by the MSRB, including an online Education Center and compliance resources, and its eLearning platform, MuniEdPro®.

Enhancing Board Governance Aug 25, 2020

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Effective municipal market regulation depends on efficient and representative governance. This episode covers new amendments to MSRB rules, that enhance governance standards and reduce the size of the MSRB Board of Directors.

Leading through Crisis Jul 27, 2020

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In the first episode of the second season of the MSRB Podcast, MSRB leadership walks through the organization’s response to the pandemic and corresponding municipal market liquidity and credit crises. The MSRB Director of Research later joins for a deep dive into the data behind the March market dislocation.

Now You Are a Municipal Advisor – Disclosure Fundamentals Jul 22, 2019

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Non-solicitor municipal advisors have an obligation to disclose conflicts of interest and other information to clients. This episode discusses the disclosure provisions of MSRB Rule G-42.The MSRB Podcast expands the array of existing, market education resources provided by the MSRB, including an online Education Center and compliance resources, and its eLearning platform, MuniEdPro®.

Tax Reform Impact on the Supply and Demand of Municipal Bonds Jul 08, 2019

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Changes to the U.S. tax code have the potential to impact both the supply of municipal bonds and investor demand. This episode discusses important tax considerations, such as the state and local tax (SALT) deduction, that can influence municipal bond supply and demand, and provides additional insights into municipal market trends since the implementation of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017.

Municipal Advisor Considerations in Preparing for Examination Jun 17, 2019

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Municipal advisors are periodically examined by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc. and other regulatory authorities for compliance with Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board rules. This episode discusses considerations for municipal advisors when preparing for a review by an examining authority.

Dealer Concentration and Participation in Municipal Securities Trading Jun 03, 2019

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The MSRB periodically analyzes dealer participation and concentration in municipal securities trading—two measures of liquidity that provide unique insights into trading activity. This episode discusses trends and changes in municipal securities dealer trading activity.

MSRB Rule G-37: Promoting Integrity in the Municipal Securities Market May 20, 2019

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Learn about key provisions of MSRB Rule G-37 and how the rule promotes integrity of the municipal bond market.The MSRB Podcast expands the array of existing, market education resources provided by the MSRB, including an online Education Center and compliance resources, and its eLearning platform, MuniEdPro®.Resources:

MSRB Rule G-37:http://www.msrb.org/Rules-and-Interpretations/MSRB-Rules/General/Rule-G-37.aspx Political Contributions Database:https://emma.msrb.org/MarketActivity/PoliticalContributions.aspx Interpretive Guidance:http://www.msrb.org/Rules-and-Interpretations/MSRB-Rules/General/Rule-G-37.aspx?tab=2

Getting the Facts on the Muni Market May 06, 2019

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The MSRB’s collection of municipal bond market data and annual Fact Book provide information on municipal market trading patterns, primary market and continuing disclosures, and interest rate resets for municipal variable rate securities. Learn more about comprehensive and historical municipal market statistics and the MSRB Fact Book.Resources:MSRB Fact Book http://www.msrb.org/~/media/Files/Resources/MSRB-Fact-Book-2018.ashx?la=en

EMMA Market Activityhttps://emma.msrb.org/MarketActivity/ViewStatistics.aspx

Professional Qualifications - A Conversation about MSRB Rule G-3 Apr 22, 2019

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MSRB professional qualification standards establish baseline knowledge and competency requirements for municipal bond market professionals. Learn why individuals must meet minimum qualifications to engage in municipal dealer and advisory activities. Resources:MSRB Rule G-3 Professional Qualificationshttp://www.msrb.org/Rules-and-Interpretations/MSRB-Rules/General/Rule-G-3.aspx

Professional Qualificationshttp://www.msrb.org/Regulated-Entities/Professional-Qualification.aspx

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