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Which asset classes are next to be electronified and how is the network effect driving trading trends? Head of Digital Markets, Eddie Wen joins Kate Finlayson, Head of FICC Market Structure & Liquidity Strategy, to discuss automation in trading, the blurring lines between retail and institutional markets and how data can work to optimize business.    This episode was recorded on May 2, 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 © 2024 JPMorgan Chase & Company. All rights reserved.

In this episode of Research Recap, Jack Atherton, who covers Technology, Media and Telecom Specialist Sales, delves into the latest trends shaping the streaming industry with Doug Anmuth, Head of the U.S. Internet Research Team, and David Karnovsky, Head of U.S. Media, Entertainment, and Advertising. The discussion covers the current state of the streaming market, the impact of price increases and platform partnerships, and the evolving strategies of major players like Netflix and Disney+. They also explore the increasing role of sports content in streaming, the significance of global reach, the potential for industry consolidation, and more. This episode was recorded on May 10, 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. Copyright 2024, JPMorganChase & Co. All rights reserved.

In this episode, host Matthew Chan, head of J.P. Morgan Sustainability and ESG Engagement in Asia Pacific, sits down with Greg Zdun, Head of Asia Pacific Energy, Power, Renewables and Metal & Mining at J.P. Morgan, to unpack energy transition with a focus on renewables across the region. They dive into the acceleration of renewables investment in recent years and discuss the latest developments and opportunities across the sector and region. This episode was recorded on May 9, 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 provide any other products or services to any person or entity. Some of the datapoints referenced in this podcast are sourced from Det Norske Veritas (DNV) report titled “Energy Transition Outlook China 2024”.   © 2024 JPMorgan Chase & Company. All rights reserved. 

Brent Crude has traded roughly 20% higher since the start of the year due to a combination of strong demand growth and production cuts. Looking ahead, could oil prices reach close to $100 by September? Join Natasha Kaneva, Global Head of Commodities Research, and David Levi, Global Head of Commodity Institutional Sales, as they discuss the outlook for oil prices, supply-demand dynamics and more. This episode was recorded on May 13 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. Copyright 2024, JPMorganChase & Co. All rights reserved.

In this episode, we hear from Mubashir Mukadam, Blantyre Capital’s Founder and CIO.  Mubashir discusses the investment philosophy behind Blantyre’s special situations fund, the intersection between providing capital as a Hedge Fund, Private Equity vs Private Credit, the benefits of providing balance sheet and/ or operational support to certain companies, the competitive landscape in this space, and the extent to which this form of alpha generation is likely to evolve or adopt automation in future.  Mubashir is in discussion with Eloise Goulder, Head of the Data Assets & Alpha Group at JP Morgan. Shownotes: To learn more about Blantyre Capital: https://blantyrecapital.com/ To learn more about the Data Assets & Alpha Group: https://www.jpmorgan.com/markets/market-data-intelligence This episode was recorded on April 24, 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.

Chief U.S. Economist and Head of U.S. Inflation Strategy discuss the April Jobs Report, highlighting signs of labor market cooling, softer nonfarm payrolls, and rising unemployment rate. They explore implications for the Fed, wage growth, GDP forecast, and conflicting economic signals. Analysis includes Fed's strategies on inflation progress, rate cuts, and employment considerations in policy decisions.

Discussion on the risk/reward for US equities post-dip in April, analyzing inflation prints, Q1 earnings trends, market opportunities. Exploration of catalysts like ISM prints, CPI stability, mega-cap tech earnings, and risks related to recession indicators. Delving into market positioning trends, sector analysis, ownership dynamics in tech and consumer sectors, and market catalysts and risks in equities.

Chris Andrew, Head of EMEA Market Structure at JP Morgan, discusses the increasing concentration of turnover ratios in US stocks and sectors driven by retail investors, the interplay between retail and institutional investors, and the potential path for equity markets and liquidity. The podcast also highlights the impact of decreasing turnover ratios on European market liquidity, contrasting liquidity trends across global markets, and the risks associated with momentum factor and market concentration.

Leland Price and Meridy Cleary discuss the growing demand and liquidity in fixed income and FX markets in Asia. Topics include NDF markets in Asia-Pacific and FX market access policy changes, India's inclusion in bond index, and China's onshore market developments.

Gerard Francis and Ashley Peterson from JP Morgan discuss the evolution of data management in the financial sector, highlighting the rise of data governance, chief data officer roles, and the importance of high-quality data for analytics. They also explore the intersection of data management and AI, emphasizing the need for curated data. Gerard and Ashley introduce Fusion by JP Morgan, a data service addressing industry pain points and promoting industry solutions.