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Market Matters | Data Assets & Alpha Group: A Macroeconomic Approach to Investing, with Fulcrum’s Chief Research Officer

In this episode we hear from Fulcrum’s Chief Research Officer Juan Antolin Diaz.  Juan discusses the macroeconomic and advanced econometric approach to investing at Fulcrum, including the integration of both quant and discretionary techniques.  He discusses the power of ‘Nowcasting’ to have a better understanding of the current economic backdrop, the benefits and challenges of dynamic asset allocation, the role of data in the investment process and how this has evolved over time, where AI techniques are proving beneficial, where academic research and rigour are additive to the investment process, and conclusions on market dynamics today.  Juan is in discussion with Eloise Goulder, Head of the Data Assets & Alpha Group.

Shownotes:

https://www.fulcrumasset.com/global/en/

This episode was recorded on January 29, 2024.

The views expressed in this podcast may not necessarily reflect the views of J.P. Morgan Chase & Co and its affiliates (together “J.P. Morgan”), they are not the product of J.P. Morgan’s Research Department and do not constitute a recommendation, advice, or an offer or a solicitation to buy or sell any security or financial instrument.  This podcast is intended for institutional and professional investors only and is not intended for retail investor use, it is provided for information purposes only. Referenced products and services in this podcast may not be suitable for you and may not be available in all jurisdictions.  J.P. Morgan may make markets and trade as principal in securities and other asset classes and financial products that may have been discussed.  For additional disclaimers and regulatory disclosures, please visit: www.jpmorgan.com/disclosures/salesandtradingdisclaimer. For the avoidance of doubt, opinions expressed by any external speakers are the personal views of those speakers and do not represent the views of J.P. Morgan.

Market Matters | FICC Market Structure: Blockchain’s Case for Liquidity

Is blockchain still a pipedream? In a world of increasing trading costs and capital constraints, could distributed ledger technology facilitate greater liquidity and efficient risk management? Can DLT realistically help address shortened settlement requirement requirements and cross-border funding challenges? Head of Markets DLT, Scott Lucas joins Kate Finlayson, Global Head of FICC Market Structure & Liquidity Strategy, to consider the changing market conditions and regulatory proposals driving more engagement in distributed ledger technology. 

This episode was recorded on January 17, 2024.

The views expressed in this podcast may not necessarily reflect the views of JPMorgan Chase & Co, and its affiliates, together J.P. Morgan, and do not constitute research or recommendation advice or an offer or a solicitation to buy or sell any security or financial instrument, are not issued by Research but are a solicitation under CFTC Rule 1.71. Referenced products and services in this podcast may not be suitable for you, and may not be available in all jurisdictions. J.P. Morgan may make markets and trade as principal in securities and other asset classes and financial products that may have been discussed. The FICC market structure publications, or to one, newsletters, mentioned in this podcast are available for J.P. Morgan clients. Please contact your J.P. Morgan sales representative should you wish to receive these. For additional disclaimers and regulatory disclosures, please visit www.jpmorgan.com/disclosures

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Research Recap | China’s Economic Outlook and Policy Pathways for 2024

Dive into the intricacies of China's economic landscape with Joyce Chang, Chair of Global Research at J.P. Morgan, and Haibin Zhu, Chief China Economist and Head of Greater China Economic Research. In this insightful episode, they tackle the complexities of China's growth trajectory and the nuanced narratives between markets and policymakers. They also discuss the ongoing challenges that China is facing in housing market, the future of China's influence on the global economy, and much more.

This episode was recorded on February 15, 2024.

 

This communication is provided for information purposes only. Please visit www.jpmm.com/research/disclosures for important disclosures. JPMorgan Chase & Co. or its affiliates and/or subsidiaries (collectively, J.P. Morgan) normally make a market and trade as principal in securities, other financial products and other asset classes that may be discussed in this communication.

 

This communication has been prepared based upon information from sources believed to be reliable, but J.P. Morgan does not warrant its completeness or accuracy except with respect to any disclosures relative to J.P. Morgan and/or its affiliates and an analyst's involvement with any company (or security, other financial product or other asset class) that may be the subject of this communication. Any opinions and estimates constitute our judgment as of the date of this material and are subject to change without notice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. This communication is not intended as an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument. J.P. Morgan Research does not provide individually tailored investment advice. Any opinions and recommendations herein do not take into account individual circumstances, objectives, or needs and are not intended as recommendations of particular securities, financial instruments or strategies. You must make your own independent decisions regarding any securities, financial instruments or strategies mentioned or related to the information herein. Periodic updates may be provided on companies, issuers or industries based on specific developments or announcements, market conditions or any other publicly available information. However, J.P. Morgan may be restricted from updating information contained in this communication for regulatory or other reasons. This communication may not be redistributed or retransmitted, in whole or in part, or in any form or manner, without the express written consent of J.P. Morgan. Any unauthorized use or disclosure is prohibited. Receipt and review of this information constitutes your agreement not to redistribute or retransmit the contents and information contained in this communication without first obtaining express permission from an authorized officer of J.P. Morgan.

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Research Recap | Strategic Investment Themes for 2024

“It’s all about the U.S., for better or for worse.” What are the key themes driving global markets and economies in 2024 and beyond? Will geopolitics, globalization, technology, climate action and more continue to be shaped by U.S. dominance? And how will these factors impact strategic portfolios? Chair of Global Research Joyce Chang and Jan Loeys, who covers long-term strategy, share their insights.

This episode was recorded on February 8, 2024.

 

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This communication has been prepared based upon information from sources believed to be reliable, but J.P. Morgan does not warrant its completeness or accuracy except with respect to any disclosures relative to J.P. Morgan and/or its affiliates and an analyst's involvement with any company (or security, other financial product or other asset class) that may be the subject of this communication. Any opinions and estimates constitute our judgment as of the date of this material and are subject to change without notice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. This communication is not intended as an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument. J.P. Morgan Research does not provide individually tailored investment advice. Any opinions and recommendations herein do not take into account individual circumstances, objectives, or needs and are not intended as recommendations of particular securities, financial instruments or strategies. You must make your own independent decisions regarding any securities, financial instruments or strategies mentioned or related to the information herein. Periodic updates may be provided on companies, issuers or industries based on specific developments or announcements, market conditions or any other publicly available information. However, J.P. Morgan may be restricted from updating information contained in this communication for regulatory or other reasons. This communication may not be redistributed or retransmitted, in whole or in part, or in any form or manner, without the express written consent of J.P. Morgan. Any unauthorized use or disclosure is prohibited. Receipt and review of this information constitutes your agreement not to redistribute or retransmit the contents and information contained in this communication without first obtaining express permission from an authorized officer of J.P. Morgan.

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Market Matters | Data Assets & Alpha Group: Can US Equities Break Even Higher?

In this episode the group discuss risk / reward for US equities following an incredibly strong rally over the last 3 months.  They discuss strength in recent macro and micro data, implications of the recent ‘hotter’ CPI, the positioning backdrop for US equities and sectors, and key catalysts to watch to shape the narrative from here.  Andrew Tyler, Head of US Market Intelligence, and John Schlegel, Head of Global Positioning Intelligence, are in discussion with Eloise Goulder, Head of the Global Data Assets & Alpha Group.

This discussion follows Making Sense podcast episodes released on:

• 9^th January 2024 - Data Assets & Alpha Group: US Macro & Positioning Views - January 2024
• 16th November 2023 - Data Assets & Alpha Group: The Case For Further Near-Term US Upside

This episode was recorded on February 14, 2024.

The views expressed in this podcast may not necessarily reflect the views of J.P. Morgan Chase & Co and its affiliates (together “J.P. Morgan”), they are not the product of J.P. Morgan’s Research Department and do not constitute a recommendation, advice, or an offer or a solicitation to buy or sell any security or financial instrument.  This podcast is intended for institutional and professional investors only and is not intended for retail investor use, it is provided for information purposes only. Referenced products and services in this podcast may not be suitable for you and may not be available in all jurisdictions.  J.P. Morgan may make markets and trade as principal in securities and other asset classes and financial products that may have been discussed.  For additional disclaimers and regulatory disclosures, please visit: www.jpmorgan.com/disclosures/salesandtradingdisclaimer. For the avoidance of doubt, opinions expressed by any external speakers are the personal views of those speakers and do not represent the views of J.P. Morgan.

What’s The Deal? | What to Expect at the 2024 High Yield & Leveraged Finance Conference?

Ahead of J.P. Morgan’s Global High Yield & Leveraged Finance conference, Brian Tramontozzi, Head of North American Leveraged Finance Capital Markets, hosts Brian Rubin, Head of U.S. Fixed Income Trading at T. Rowe Price, and Michael Schechter, Partner and Head of Credit Trading at Ares Management. They discuss the current activity in the debt capital markets and potential factors that could impact the positive momentum.  

This episode was recoded on February 5, 2024.

This material was prepared by certain personnel of JPMorgan Chase & Co. and its affiliates and subsidiaries worldwide and not the firm’s research department. It is for informational purposes only, is not intended as an offer or solicitation for the purchase, sale or tender of any financial instrument and does not constitute a commitment, undertaking, offer or solicitation by any JPMorgan Chase entity to extend or arrange credit or to provide any other products or services to any person or entity.

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Market Matters | FICC Market Structure: The Future of Electronic Trading

What do traders look for as they navigate market volatility in a dynamic landscape? How can firms utilize emerging technologies to achieve optimum outcomes? This episode explores the factors shaping execution strategies, the challenges in deploying new trading techniques and what current trends tell us about the future of electronic trading. Global Head of FICC e-Trading, Chi Nzelu joins Kate Finlayson, Global Head of FICC Market Structure & Liquidity Strategy, as they discuss cross-asset advancements in e-Trading and what to look out for next.

This episode was recorded on January 24, 2024.

The views expressed in this podcast may not necessarily reflect the views of JPMorgan Chase & Co, and its affiliates, together J.P. Morgan, and do not constitute research or recommendation advice or an offer or a solicitation to buy or sell any security or financial instrument, are not issued by Research but are a solicitation under CFTC Rule 1.71. Referenced products and services in this podcast may not be suitable for you, and may not be available in all jurisdictions. J.P. Morgan may make markets and trade as principal in securities and other asset classes and financial products that may have been discussed. The FICC market structure publications, or to one, newsletters, mentioned in this podcast are available for J.P. Morgan clients. Please contact your J.P. Morgan sales representative should you wish to receive these. For additional disclaimers and regulatory disclosures, please visit www.jpmorgan.com/disclosures

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Research Recap | Surprising Payroll and Wage Gains in the Latest Jobs Report

The U.S. labor market continues to outperform expectations, with non-farm payrolls growing by 353,000 in January and wages increasing 4.5%. What does this all mean for inflation and interest rates? Join Michael Feroli, Chief U.S. Economist, and Samantha Azzarello, Head of Content Curation and Strategy, as they discuss the January jobs report.

This episode was recorded on February 2, 2024.

 

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This communication has been prepared based upon information from sources believed to be reliable, but J.P. Morgan does not warrant its completeness or accuracy except with respect to any disclosures relative to J.P. Morgan and/or its affiliates and an analyst's involvement with any company (or security, other financial product or other asset class) that may be the subject of this communication. Any opinions and estimates constitute our judgment as of the date of this material and are subject to change without notice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. This communication is not intended as an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument. J.P. Morgan Research does not provide individually tailored investment advice. Any opinions and recommendations herein do not take into account individual circumstances, objectives, or needs and are not intended as recommendations of particular securities, financial instruments or strategies. You must make your own independent decisions regarding any securities, financial instruments or strategies mentioned or related to the information herein. Periodic updates may be provided on companies, issuers or industries based on specific developments or announcements, market conditions or any other publicly available information. However, J.P. Morgan may be restricted from updating information contained in this communication for regulatory or other reasons. This communication may not be redistributed or retransmitted, in whole or in part, or in any form or manner, without the express written consent of J.P. Morgan. Any unauthorized use or disclosure is prohibited. Receipt and review of this information constitutes your agreement not to redistribute or retransmit the contents and information contained in this communication without first obtaining express permission from an authorized officer of J.P. Morgan.

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Market Matters | Data Assets & Alpha Group: Asset Allocation amid Climate Risks, with Fidelity Intl Macroeconomist

In this episode we hear from Anna Stupnytska, Global Macro Economist at Fidelity International.  Anna discusses the impact of Climate Change on growth, inflation and interest rates under various policy scenarios, the trade-off between nearer-term ‘transition risks’ and longer-term ‘physical risks’, what all this means for asset prices and strategic asset allocation, and distinguishing ‘signal from noise’ across the breadth of ESG data.  Anna is in discussion with Eloise Goulder, Head of the Global Data Assets & Alpha Group.

 

Links for show notes: 

 

From the top down: Capital market assumptions in the climate crisis (fidelity.co.uk)

 

February-2023-Global-Macro-Insights-Tracking-net-zero-progress.pdf (fidelity.co.uk)

 

Race to net zero: Seeing the world in an investment portfolio (fidelity.co.uk)

 

This episode was recorded on January 22, 2024.

The views expressed in this podcast may not necessarily reflect the views of J.P. Morgan Chase & Co and its affiliates (together “J.P. Morgan”), they are not the product of J.P. Morgan’s Research Department and do not constitute a recommendation, advice, or an offer or a solicitation to buy or sell any security or financial instrument.  This podcast is intended for institutional and professional investors only and is not intended for retail investor use, it is provided for information purposes only. Referenced products and services in this podcast may not be suitable for you and may not be available in all jurisdictions.  J.P. Morgan may make markets and trade as principal in securities and other asset classes and financial products that may have been discussed.  For additional disclaimers and regulatory disclosures, please visit: www.jpmorgan.com/disclosures/salesandtradingdisclaimer. For the avoidance of doubt, opinions expressed by any external speakers are the personal views of those speakers and do not represent the views of J.P. Morgan.

Research Recap | A Bullish Outlook for Gold in 2024?

After hitting record highs in 2023, will gold prices enjoy another glittering year? And will silver prices follow suit? Join Natasha Kaneva, Head of Global Commodities Strategy, and Gregory Shearer, Head of Base and Precious Metals Strategy, as they explore the outlook for precious metals in 2024.

 

Read the full outlook for gold prices here: https://www.jpmorgan.com/insights/global-research/commodities/gold-prices

 

This episode was recorded on January 22, 2024.

 

This communication is provided for information purposes only. Please visit www.jpmm.com/research/disclosures for important disclosures. JPMorgan Chase & Co. or its affiliates and/or subsidiaries (collectively, J.P. Morgan) normally make a market and trade as principal in securities, other financial products and other asset classes that may be discussed in this communication.

 

This communication has been prepared based upon information from sources believed to be reliable, but J.P. Morgan does not warrant its completeness or accuracy except with respect to any disclosures relative to J.P. Morgan and/or its affiliates and an analyst's involvement with any company (or security, other financial product or other asset class) that may be the subject of this communication. Any opinions and estimates constitute our judgment as of the date of this material and are subject to change without notice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. This communication is not intended as an offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any financial instrument. J.P. Morgan Research does not provide individually tailored investment advice. Any opinions and recommendations herein do not take into account individual circumstances, objectives, or needs and are not intended as recommendations of particular securities, financial instruments or strategies. You must make your own independent decisions regarding any securities, financial instruments or strategies mentioned or related to the information herein. Periodic updates may be provided on companies, issuers or industries based on specific developments or announcements, market conditions or any other publicly available information. However, J.P. Morgan may be restricted from updating information contained in this communication for regulatory or other reasons. This communication may not be redistributed or retransmitted, in whole or in part, or in any form or manner, without the express written consent of J.P. Morgan. Any unauthorized use or disclosure is prohibited. Receipt and review of this information constitutes your agreement not to redistribute or retransmit the contents and information contained in this communication without first obtaining express permission from an authorized officer of J.P. Morgan.

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