With the nation focused on addressing extensive infrastructure needs, how does the buy-side evaluate the investment landscape and associated risks within U.S. infrastructure? How has the market fared in 2026 despite the volatility? Are there any credit concerns developing? How does the high-yield landscape look? What prospects exist for alternative investment participants? Is there enough demand for another record-breaking issuance year?

Water and wastewater programs face a myriad of challenges across the nation. From persistent droughts and catastrophic flooding to critical lead pipe remediation and quality control mandates, how are issuers utilizing SRFs and other essential tools to finance these evolving infrastructure requirements?  Now with the lens on water infrastructure after several high-profile cyberattacks, the stakes have risen.

Public finance has worked like a flashlight in a dark room — advice and ideas built on partial pictures of an issuer’s finances. As issuers move to a single source of truth, the work changes for every seat at the table. Brendan Mannion, VP of Product at DebtBook and a former public finance banker, explores what proactive service looks like when the lights come on, and how AI compounds on connected data. Includes a first look at DebtBook Capital Markets.

Amidst a backdrop of sustained demand for air travel, we look at the latest developments shaping the nation’s airports. While credit profiles remain broadly resilient, what specific risks and challenges are beginning to surface within the sector? Has airline consolidation affected.

As more of the infrastructure funding falls to state and local governments, our panel of issuers will share viewpoints on how they are faring amid shifting federal policies, increasing costs and where they see opportunities for leading infrastructure investment. How do they see the public finance industry evolving?