Ambac Assurance Co. News

Even with Rescue, Puerto Rico Default Likely; Insurers Still at Risk for Millions

Investors in Puerto Rico’s debt-burdened economy still face risks of default on some of the island’s $70 billion in debt even after the U.S. Congress on Wednesday created a powerful federal oversight board to manage credit restructurings. U.S. President Barack …

San Bernardino Bondholder, Insurer Support Bankruptcy Filing

San Bernardino should be allowed to stay in bankruptcy, bond insurer Ambac Assurance Co. and a bondholder owed $50 million said in court papers opposing other creditors’ efforts to strip the California city of federal court protection. Ambac and Erste …