MUNICIPAL ANALYSTS GROUP OF NY

WHITE PLAINS, NY · EIN 133132753 · Form 990EZ · FY2025 · Micro (<$100K) · magny.org

revenue

$60K

expenses

$95K

net assets

$29K

employees

—

mission · from form 990

THE MUNICIPAL ANALYSTS GROUP OF NEW YORK (MAGNY) IS AN ASSOCIATION OF SECURITIES ANALYSTS BASED IN THE GREATER NEW YORK CITY METROPOLITAN AREA, INCLUDING PORTIONS OF NEW JERSEY AND CONNECTICUT, WHO SPECIALIZE IN EVALUATING THE CREDIT WORTHINESS OF MUNICIPAL SECURITIES. MAGNY HAS MIRRORED THE STEADY GROWTH OF THE MUNICIPAL FINANCE INDUSTRY AS A WHOLE AND HAS EVOLVED INTO A LARGE EDUCATIONAL MISSION AS ITS CORE ORGANIZATIONAL GOAL.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Municipal Analysts Group of New York (MAGNY) is a professional association of securities analysts specializing in municipal credit analysis across the New York metropolitan area. The organization focuses on education and discussion around municipal finance, hosting events and webinars on topics such as credit risk, public policy, and market trends. Its core mission centers on advancing knowledge and discourse within the municipal securities industry.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

MAGNY Analyst Scrum

Annual interactive debate event featuring municipal analysts in a competitive forum to discuss pressing credit and market issues.

Past Events Archive

Records and summaries of past educational events, including panel discussions and webinars on municipal credit, public finance, and market trends.

Webinar Series

Regular virtual events covering timely topics in municipal finance such as AI in public finance, climate risk, healthcare, and infrastructure projects.

activities · 4 groups

What they do

Professional Networking Events 1 activity
- Organizing educational and networking events for municipal finance professionals
  
  Sponsors monthly luncheon meetings, webinars, and special events featuring industry leaders and member analysts to facilitate knowledge exchange on timely municipal finance topics, including cybersecurity risks, pandemic impacts, and career development. Events include the Annual Analyst Scrum, holiday parties, and anniversary celebrations.
Documentary Film Production 1 activity
- Producing historical research and documentation on municipal analysis
  
  Created a video series documenting the history of MAGNY from 1949 to 2019 and produced the "MAGNY Resilience" video highlighting the organization's legacy and endurance in the municipal finance sector.
Organization Website and Online Platform Management 1 activity
- Providing digital access to organizational resources
  
  Maintains a website that provides members and the public with information on events, job postings, and membership opportunities.
Uncategorized 2 activities
- Advocacy and public representation through media engagement
  
  Participated in a podcast interview with The Bond Buyer to discuss MAGNY's history, achievements, and future outlook, contributing to public dialogue on municipal finance.
- Operating a centralized membership platform and managing membership categories
  
  Provides access to Regular Membership for professionals with at least one year of experience in municipal research, legal analysis, portfolio management, or supervision, and Student Membership for full-time students and professors. Offers dual membership with the National Federation of Municipal Analysts through a centralized application process.

financials · form 990EZ · fy2025

revenue

Total revenue$60K

Contributions & grants$2K3%

Program service revenue$37K62%

Investment income$40%

Other revenue—

expenses

Total expenses$95K

Program expenses—

Admin / overhead—

Fundraising—

Salaries & benefits—

Grants paid out—

balance sheet

Total assets$29K

Cash—

Investments—

Liabilities—

Net assets$29K

6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue -20.9%

relationships · 16

Who they work with

CFA Institute Partner — Adopts with permission the CFA Institute's Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct
Gateway Development Commission Partner — Hosted a presentation featuring Pat McCoy, CFO of the Gateway Development Commission, on the country's largest public works project.
NYS Comptroller Tom DiNapoli Government — Hosted a fireside chat with NYS Comptroller Tom DiNapoli on public finance topics.
National Federation of Municipal Analysts Network — A constituent society of the National Federation of Municipal Analysts.
National Federation of Municipal Analysts Network — Constituent society of the National Federation of Municipal Analysts
National Federation of Municipal Analysts Network — Constituent society of the National Federation of Municipal Analysts.
National Federation of Municipal Analysts Network — MAGNY is a charter society of the National Federation of Municipal Analysts.
National Federation of Municipal Analysts Network — MAGNY is a constituent society of the National Federation of Municipal Analysts.
National Federation of Municipal Analysts Network — MUNICIPAL ANALYSTS GROUP OF NY is a constituent society of the National Federation of Municipal Analysts.
National Federation of Municipal Analysts Network — Municipal Analysts Group of New York is a constituent society of the National Federation of Municipal Analysts.
National Federation of Municipal Analysts Partner — MAGNY is a constituent society of the National Federation of Municipal Analysts, and membership in MAGNY includes dual membership in NFMA.
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy Government — Hosted a fireside chat with New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy on state fiscal developments.
New York City Bar Association Partner — Hosted MAGNY in-person events in 2022 and 2023.
Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Partner — Co-hosted a conversation on tri-state transportation with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey.
Regional Plan Association Partner — Co-hosted a conversation on tri-state transportation with the Regional Plan Association.
The Bond Buyer Partner — Collaborated on a podcast interview featuring MAGNY board members discussing the organization's history and future.

strategies · 5

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

Data-Enhanced Credit Analysis Advancement 44 orgs

methodology: data_driven_analysis
By leveraging modern tools, enhanced data, and analytics, the organization improves the depth and efficiency of municipal credit analysis because data-driven methodologies produce more accurate, forward-looking assessments than traditional approaches alone.
shared approach: Professional Learning and Networking →
Education-First Model for Professional Development 44 orgs

methodology: education_first
By prioritizing education as a core mechanism, the organization advances professional standards and knowledge in municipal securities analysis, producing a more skilled and informed analyst community because structured learning and ethical grounding are foundational to industry growth.
shared approach: Professional Learning and Networking →
Ethics-Based Integrity Framework 39 orgs

methodology: ethics_based_conduct
By adopting and enforcing the CFA Institute's Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct, the organization ensures high standards of professional integrity in municipal analysis because adherence to a recognized ethical framework strengthens credibility and public trust in the profession.
shared approach: Standards-Based Trust Building →
Networked Affiliation Model 39 orgs

methodology: constituent_society_model
By operating as a constituent society within a national federation, the organization amplifies its impact and aligns with broader professional standards because network affiliation enables resource sharing, coordinated advocacy, and collective learning across municipal analyst communities.
shared approach: Standards-Based Trust Building →
Member-Driven Professional Community

methodology: fraternal_professional_community
By fostering a fraternal, member-driven community, the organization enhances engagement and collective knowledge advancement because peer participation and shared ownership in programming produce stronger professional commitment and relevance.