Market Matters

In this episode, Eloise Goulder speaks with Andrew Tyler, head of Global Market Intelligence, and Federico Manicardi, head of International Market Intelligence at J.P. Morgan. They discuss the sharp rebound in global equities, as attention shifts from geopolitical shocks back to macro and earnings fundamentals. They also explore sector and regional leadership (including U.S. tech and financials, and opportunities across Asia and EM), as well as key risks to watch — such as a renewed escalation in Middle East tensions and inflationary concerns stemming from energy shocks and supply chain disruptions.   This episode was recorded on April 20, 2026.   The podcast's views do not necessarily reflect those of J.P. Morgan Chase & Co or its affiliates (together “J.P. Morgan) and are not from J.P. Morgan’s Research Department. They do not constitute recommendations or offers to buy or sell securities. Intended for institutional and professional investors, not retail use, it is for informational purposes only. Produ

Nick Adragna (Global Head of Investment Grade & Macro Credit Trading) and Olivier “Caj” Cajfinger (Global Head of IG, Public Finance, and Co Head of Alternative Credit Sales) unpack the evolution of IG credit markets and how J.P. Morgan’s global franchise supports clients. They discuss the creation of unified IG and macro trading units, talent builds, and the surge in portfolio trading, e-trading and ETFs; plus innovations like Vida, J.P. Morgan Direct, and AI-driven analytics. Hear how cross-asset PT (muni, SPG, CLO) and the integration of IG private and alternative credit are reshaping client solutions and what’s ahead for 2026.   This episode was recorded on February 25, 2026.   The views expressed in this podcast may not necessarily reflect the views of JPMorganChase & 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. They are not issued by research, but are a soli

In this episode of J.P. Morgan’s Making Sense, global economist Maia Crook is joined by senior U.S. economist Mike Hanson to break down the March CPI report. They discuss the energy-driven jump in headline inflation, why core inflation may remain firm and signs of tariff pass-through. The conversation also explores why CPI and the Fed’s preferred Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) measure are sending different signals, how that gap could shape Fed policy and how the Iran conflict may influence the global inflation outlook.   This episode was recorded on April 13, 2026.   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

As data centers and electrification increase power demand, energy resiliency and a diversified energy mix are becoming even more crucial to national security. In this conversation, Dr. Sarah Kapnick, global head of Climate Advisory, and Michael Johnson, Security and Resiliency Initiative lead for Energy and the U.S. Government  , discuss the need for new sources of energy, challenges across the supply chain and industry dealmaking trends.    This episode was recorded on February 6, 2026.     This material was prepared by certain personnel of the investment banking group 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 provide any other products or services to any person or

In this episode of Making Sense, Stephen Dulake, co-head of Global Fundamental Research, is joined by Jake Pollack, head of North American Credit Trading and Global Credit Financing, to take stock of where private credit stands today. They unpack the two forces shaping the narrative — investor liquidity in retail vehicles and underlying credit performance — alongside investor focus areas like PIK (payments in kind), software and services exposure, and early markers of AI-related disruption. The conversation closes with views on marking practices, the 2028–2029 maturity wall and ongoing price discovery, and what increased regulatory scrutiny could look like as the market continues to grow. This episode was recorded on March 31, 2026.    --   This podcast is intended for institutional clients only. 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, and do not constitute research or recommendation advice or an offer o

In this episode of Making Sense, Mike Feroli, Chief U.S. Economist at J.P. Morgan, joins Sam Azzarello, head of Content Strategy, to unpack the March jobs report and what it signals beneath the headline. They discuss the rebound in hiring after February’s data, early signs that AI may be reshaping the labor market, and what higher energy prices could mean for consumer momentum. The conversation closes with Feroli’s outlook on how the data may shape the Fed’s near-term policy stance and his base-case outlook for the U.S. economy.   This episode was recorded on April 3, 2026.  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 ju

Shaped by diverse markets, languages, currencies and regulatory frameworks, Europe presents a complex landscape for businesses operating across the region. Understanding that landscape is essential for companies managing treasury, liquidity and cross-border payments. In this episode of EMEA in Conversation, Stew Cofer, EMEA head of Payments Specialists, Commercialization and Embedded Finance and Alison Livesey, head of UK and Europe Subsidiary Banking, examine the forces shaping payments across Europe today. From evolving regulatory environments to the realities of operating across multiple markets, the discussion explores how businesses are managing financial flows, approaching treasury strategy and supporting cross-border commerce across the region.    ©2026 JPMorgan Chase & Co. All rights reserved. JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Member FDIC. Deposits held in non-U.S. branches are not FDIC insured. Non-deposit products are not FDIC insured. All rights reserved. The statements herein are confidential and prop

In this episode of Making Sense, Shiny Das, from the Vida Portfolio Solutions product team, sits down with Gustav Vogel, head of Portfolio Trading in Europe, Middle East, and Asia, and Marcus Imbert, head of Portfolio Solutions in North America. Together they explore the rise of portfolio trading and how it is reshaping credit markets globally. They compare how portfolio trading differs across EMEA and North America, from pre-trade pricing and transparency frameworks to the role of local market structure and regulation. The conversation also looks at how ETFs and ETF primary trading support liquidity and risk transfer, the growing demand for thematic and proxy baskets, and the expansion of portfolio trading into cross-currency, cross-asset and bespoke solutions during periods of market volatility.   This episode was recorded on March 16, 2026.  This podcast is intended for institutional clients only. The views expressed in this podcast may not necessarily reflect the views of J.P. Morgan Chase & Co, and i

In this episode of Making Sense, Chuka Umunna sits down with Dr. Sarah Kapnick, global head of Climate Advisory, and James Janoskey, global co‑head of Natural Resources Investment Banking, to unpack how clean technologies are reshaping the global energy landscape. They explore surging electricity demand from AI data centers, the modernization of aging grids, the nuclear renaissance and the rise of long‑duration storage beyond lithium. The conversation also explores the intersection of energy security and geopolitics — how has the ongoing situation in the Middle East amplified concerns around grid resilience? This episode was recorded on March 16, 2026. This material was prepared by certain personnel of the investment banking group 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

In this episode, Sian Goh, partner and head of Research and Strategy at Dymon Asia, sits down with Eloise Goulder, head of the Data Assets and Alpha Group at J.P. Morgan, to explore evolving market dynamics in Asia, from supply chains and AI to the retail investor and Asian consumer influences. They then discuss how Dymon Asia, an Asia-based multi-strategy fund, bridges bottom-up local market knowledge and micro analysis with macro developments to analyse the global investment universe.   Shownotes: https://www.dymonasia.com/   This episode was recoded on February 12, 2026.  The podcast's views do not necessarily reflect those of J.P. Morgan Chase & Co or its affiliates (together “J.P. Morgan) and are not from J.P. Morgan’s Research Department. They do not constitute recommendations or offers to buy or sell securities. Intended for institutional and professional investors, not retail use, it is for informational purposes only. Products and services mentioned may not suit all investors or be available in a

In this episode of J.P. Morgan's Making Sense, Fawaz Chaudhry, CIO of Horizon Global Partners (the equity thematic team at Fulcrum Asset Management) sits down with Eloise Goulder, head of the Data Assets and Alpha Group. They unpack why value is shifting from software to chips — and why the next three to four years will be key for semis, foundries and tools — as the AI infrastructure buildout accelerates.  They also explore the implications of the recent inflationary shocks, from the global pandemic to the European land war to the global trade war, and what this means for bonds and commodities, including gold and silver.   Shownotes: https://www.horizon.global/ https://fulcrumasset.com/ A Macroeconomic Approach to Investing with Juan Antolin Diaz, Chief Research Officer, Fulcrum  – Feb ‘24   This episode was recoded on February 5, 2026. The podcast's views do not necessarily reflect those of J.P. Morgan Chase & Co or its affiliates (together “J.P. Morgan) and are not from J.P. Morgan’s Research Department

In this Making Sense episode, host Amaury Guzman is joined by Kevin Foley, global head of Capital Markets, and Tarek Hamid, head of North American Credit Research & Strategy, to unpack takeaways from J.P. Morgan’s 31st annual Global Leveraged Finance Conference in Miami. The trio covers how geopolitics and energy price volatility are filtering into rates and risk, why AI could determine winners and losers, the market’s capacity to absorb new supply, bond vs. loan reception, and the role of M&A in the 2026 issuance outlook. They also discuss issuer readiness in a volatile tape and other themes that could take centerstage at the upcoming European Leveraged Finance Conference. This episode was recorded on March 5, 2026. This material was prepared by certain personnel of the investment banking group 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 purc

In this episode of Making Sense, Anthony Paolone, co-head of U.S. Real Estate Stock Research, and John Sim, head of Securitized Products Research, offer their take on the U.S. housing market. They examine current supply-demand dynamics, regional price trends and mortgage rates, which have remained elevated since 2022. Where are home prices headed, and how might new reforms alter the wider outlook? Plus, how are rental markets faring amid growing “rent fatigue”?   This episode was recorded on March 2, 2026. 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 witho

In this episode of J.P. Morgan’s Making Sense, Derek Chollet, head of the JPMorganChase Center for Geopolitics, sits down with Clare Kim, global head of Content Strategy and Production for the Commercial and Investment Bank, to discuss how the U.S.–Israel military operation against Iran could play out. What’s next in terms of leadership, and how might this change the balance of power in the Middle East? Longer term, could a resolution unlock opportunities for both the Iranian and the global economy?   This episode was recorded on March 4, 2026. The views or opinions expressed herein are solely those of the JPMorganChase Center for Geopolitics and may differ from the views and opinions expressed by J.P. Morgan Securities LLC Research Department or other departments or divisions of JPMorgan Chase & Co. or its affiliates.  Information has been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but JPMorganChase does not warrant its completeness or accuracy. Opinions and estimates constitute our judgment as of th

In this episode of Making Sense, Kate Finlayson, Global head of the FICC Market Structure and Liquidity Strategy, is joined by Sandy Kaul, Executive Vice President and Head of Innovation at Franklin Templeton, and Scott Lucas, head of Markets Digital Assets at J.P. Morgan. Together, they explore the rapid advancements in blockchain technology, and discussing what’s changed, what’s credible, and what institutional investors should be thinking about as market structure evolves. Sandy and Scott, who also serve as co-chairs of the CFTC’s Digital Assets Subcommittee, share insights on blockchain adoption milestones, regulatory developments, the convergence of traditional and decentralized finance, and the future of interoperability and market infrastructure.   This episode was recorded on February 10, 2026.  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 off

In this episode of J.P. Morgan’s Making Sense, Phoebe White, a senior U.S. rates strategist and head of U.S. inflation strategy, sits down with senior economist Mike Hanson to unpack the January CPI report and the inflation outlook for 2026. They discuss why inflation may hover near 3% this year, the impact of tariffs, the gradual cooling in rents, and how differences between the CPI and PCE could inform the Fed’s path. The conversation also touches on energy and food prices, data quality concerns at the BLS and much more.   This episode was recorded on February 18, 2026.  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 judg

At the crossroads of tradition and transformation, the Middle East is setting a new pace for growth and global connectivity. Join James Fraser, head of EMEA Payments, and Ambar Morshed, head of Subsidiary Payment Sales EMEA, as they unpack the region’s dynamic growth, digital evolution, and the bold moves attracting corporates and multinationals from around the world. Discover how innovative strategies, regulatory reforms, and a thriving business culture are redefining what’s possible in one of the world’s most exciting markets. Whether you’re headquartered in ADGM, entering the region, or establishing a key treasury hub, our experts are on hand to help you realize new opportunities in one of the world’s fastest-growing markets.   Learn more at: https://www.jpmorgan.com/insights/treasury/treasury-management/trends-middle-east-corporate-treasury https://www.jpmorgan.com/payments/treasury-middle-east   This episode was recorded on December 3, 2025.  ©2026 JPMorgan Chase & Co. All rights reserved. JPMorgan

Silver has been on a volatile ride since the start of last year. In this episode, host Sam Azzarello, head of content strategy for Global Research, is joined by Greg Shearer, head of Base and Precious Metals Strategy, to break down the dramatic changes in silver prices and what could be next for the market. They cover why silver’s price is so volatile compared with gold, policy uncertainty including tariffs, and the evolving role of silver in industrial uses and how that influences demand. What are the key risks and opportunities for the silver market?   This episode was recorded on February 6, 2026.   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 prep

The January jobs report may be delayed, but there are many other factors shaping the path forward for the U.S. economy. Join Lauren Brice from the North America Rates Sales team and chief U.S. economist Mike Feroli as they unpack recent data including job openings and tech earnings, as well as the latest Fed developments. What do the headline numbers suggest about the economic outlook, and how might the nomination of a new Fed chair influence monetary policy?    This episode was recorded on February 6, 2026.   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 war

In this episode of J.P. Morgan’s Making Sense, Jack Atherton from the EMEA Equity Capital Markets (ECM) market intelligence team, is joined by David De Boltz, Managing Director in Technology Leveraged Finance Capital Markets, and Edward Byun, global head of technology ECM, for a deep dive into the rapidly evolving world of tech capital markets. The team explores how the surge in AI infrastructure is reshaping lending and investment strategies, and why investors are rethinking risk across software, semiconductors and cloud platforms. J.P. Morgan’s leveraged finance and equity capital markets experts discuss the latest market volatility, the split between “AI-proof” and “AI-risk” tech names, and the factors driving investor demand in both debt and equity markets. The conversation also covers the health of the tech IPO pipeline, challenges facing software companies and what it takes to stand out in today’s competitive funding environment.    This episode was recorded on January 30, 2025.  This material was prepa