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Statistical analysis of municipal bond ratings under spatial correlation

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  • Camilo Sarmiento

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This study uses a spatial logit model to evaluate the statistical effect of conditions of communities on municipal bond ratings. It finds that private (non-farm) earnings in the community positively explain bond ratings with statistical significance, while earnings from personal transfers negatively affect ratings. Own source of revenues of local governments (local taxes) increase ratings and inter-governmental revenues (transfers to local governments) negatively impact ratings. Outstanding debt fails to significantly explain ratings. The composition of the local economy (e.g., the service sector) weights heavily in a rating, and proximity of the local government to areas with high municipal bond ratings increases ratings.

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  • Camilo Sarmiento, 2006. "Statistical analysis of municipal bond ratings under spatial correlation," Applied Financial Economics Letters, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 2(4), pages 233-237.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:raflxx:v:2:y:2006:i:4:p:233-237
    DOI: 10.1080/17446540500461810
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