Bond Buyer: DPC DATA and IMTC Integrate Credit Momentum Score into Fixed Income Platform

Jessica Lerner at Bond Buyer recently highlighted a notable technology integration in the fixed income space. DPC DATA, a provider of fixed income data and solutions, has partnered with IMTC to bring its Credit Momentum Score directly into the IMTC platform.

So what does that mean in practice? The Credit Momentum Score analyzes shifts in an issuer’s credit profile by evaluating fundamental, market, and structural indicators. It’s designed to help market participants strengthen credit surveillance, spot emerging risks earlier, and make more informed investment decisions across both municipal and corporate bonds.

What makes this integration particularly valuable is the workflow efficiency it creates. Rather than toggling between systems, users now get real-time access to a concise, actionable measure of credit trajectory right inside their existing investment process. That’s a meaningful upgrade for teams managing risk across large portfolios.

The score is accessible through IMTC’s suite of tools at both the issuer and CUSIP level. Users can track changes over time and fold the metric into their internal risk frameworks, making it easier to stay ahead of credit trends without adding complexity to their day.

Read the full article by Jessica Lerner on Bond Buyer.

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Q&A

What is the DPC DATA Credit Momentum Score?

The Credit Momentum Score is a data-driven signal from DPC DATA that evaluates changes in an issuer’s credit profile. It looks at fundamental, market, and structural indicators to provide a snapshot of where credit quality is heading, helping investors identify risks and opportunities earlier.

How does the IMTC and DPC DATA integration work?

The Credit Momentum Score is now embedded directly within the IMTC platform. Users can access the score at the issuer or CUSIP level, monitor how it changes over time, and incorporate it into their own risk frameworks, all without leaving the IMTC environment.

Why does this integration matter for fixed income investors?

Credit surveillance is critical in fixed income, but switching between multiple tools slows teams down. This integration puts a key risk signal right where portfolio managers and analysts already work, streamlining the process of evaluating credit trajectories across municipal and corporate bonds.

What types of bonds does the Credit Momentum Score cover?

The score supports both municipal and corporate bonds, making it relevant for a broad range of fixed income investment strategies.

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