Bond Insurers Ratings May Fall

According to S&P bond insurers are not as well capitalized as many of their p&c brethren, especially the companies that post municipal bonds. S&P is looking to possibly downgrade their ratings this year. How this will affect the industry is unclear, but it will surely start some rumblings. Until next time be careful out there and know your risks. K

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