In this podcast, Rama Variankaval, Global Head of Corporate Advisory & Sustainable Solutions, regroups with his teammate Evan Junek to introduce their latest “Corporate Compass” report, which outlines how corporate clients can proactively de-risk their financial needs to be well-positioned for navigating 2024 and beyond. Rama and Evan dive into the challenges and opportunities arising from these key themes – today’s interest rates and cost of capital, value of scale and overall market risks ...
Jan 10, 2024•18 min•Ep. 159
In this episode, Andrew Tyler (Head of US Market Intelligence) and John Schlegel (Head of Global Positioning Intelligence) discuss the tactical view for US Equities, post the strong rally into the end of 2023. They touch on upcoming catalysts, risks, and how much positioning has shifted. Sector and thematic views are mentioned as well. This episode was recorded on January 8, 2024. The views expressed in this podcast may not necessarily reflect the views of J.P. Morgan Chase & Co and its affi...
Jan 09, 2024•13 min•Ep. 158
The pace of hiring in the U.S. continues apace, with the economy adding 216,000 jobs in December — significantly more than expected. At the same time however, the labor force participation rate dipped to its lowest in nearly a year. Against this backdrop, is the Fed still expected to cut rates in 2024? Join Michael Feroli, Chief U.S. Economist, and Samantha Azzarello, Head of Content Curation and Strategy, as they discuss the December payrolls report. This episode was recoded on January 5, 2024....
Jan 05, 2024•4 min•Ep. 157
In this 2-part episode, we hear from Anthony Todd, CEO of Hedge Fund Aspect Capital, a diversified systematic asset manager which Anthony Co-Founded more than 25 years ago. In Part 2, Anthony discusses why he believes trend-following techniques will remain durable investment strategies over the longer term, use of AI and machine learning in the investment process, and how he expects the industry to evolve from here. Anthony Todd is in discussion with Eloise Goulder, Head of the Data Assets &...
Jan 04, 2024•33 min•Ep. 156
With more attention on emerging market interest rate derivatives than ever before, this episode delves into key trading dynamics. Meridy Cleary from the FICC Market Structure team speaks to Avi Berkowicz, the Head of CEEMEA Local Rates Trading on trading protocols, electronification trends, the road ahead for local risk-free rate transitions, and which markets our traders have their eyes on. This episode was recorded on December 13, 2023. The views expressed in this podcast may not necessarily r...
Jan 03, 2024•8 min•Ep. 155
In this 2-part episode we hear from Anthony Todd, CEO of Hedge Fund Aspect Capital, a diversified systematic asset manager which Anthony Co-Founded more than 25 years ago. In Part 1, Anthony discusses the evolution of the industry over the last 25 years, and the investment philosophy behind setting up and developing Aspect Capital over that period. Anthony Todd is in discussion with Eloise Goulder, Head of the Data Assets & Alpha Group. Show notes: https://www.aspectcapital.com/ This episode...
Jan 02, 2024•30 min•Ep. 154
Ongoing inflation, high interest rates and diminishing excess savings are pressurizing consumer confidence this holiday shopping season. Against this uncertain macro backdrop, are consumers still willing and able to spend this year? Join Matthew Boss, Head of Department Stores, Specialty Softlines and Leisure, and Georgina Johanan, Head of European General Retail, as they discuss the outlook for holiday shopping. This episode was recorded on December 15, 2023. This communication is provided for ...
Dec 21, 2023•13 min•Ep. 153
In this 2-part episode, we delve into 5 major AI / ML models and 40+ associated keywords, running through the merits and differences between those models, the drawbacks from each, and use cases in applying these models to alpha generation and investing. We also cover which areas may be most ripe for further development and adoption within the industry. Peng Cheng, Head of Big Data and AI Strategies within J.P. Morgan’s Research division, and Emma Wu, a member of the same team, are in discussion ...
Dec 15, 2023•28 min•Ep. 152
In this year-end episode, host Kathleen Darling leads a roundtable discussion with Kevin Foley, Global Head of Debt Capital Markets, and Achintya Mangla, Global Head of Equity Capital Markets. Dive into the forces that have shaped capital markets in 2023 and the factors driving a resilient economy to date. Explore the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in 2024, from broad themes such as geopolitics and potential rate cuts to market specifics including IPO pipelines, M&A activity and...
Dec 14, 2023•23 min•Ep. 151
In this 2-part episode, we delve into 5 major AI / ML models and 40+ associated keywords, running through the merits and differences between those models, the drawbacks from each, and use cases in applying these models to alpha generation and investing. We also cover which areas may be most ripe for further development and adoption within the industry. Peng Cheng, Head of Big Data and AI Strategies within J.P. Morgan’s Research division, and Emma Wu, a member of the same team, are in discussion ...
Dec 13, 2023•28 min•Ep. 150
What is Basel III and how might the recent US proposals impact markets? Kate Finlayson, Global Head of FICC Market Structure, and Meridy Cleary in FICC Market Structure, break down the key considerations around proposed capital requirements and explores what they could mean for market functioning and liquidity. This episode was recorded on November 30, 2023. The views expressed in this podcast may not necessarily reflect the views of JPMorgan Chase & Co, and its affiliates, together J.P. Mor...
Dec 11, 2023•10 min•Ep. 149
In November, the U.S. economy added 199,000 jobs — boosted by workers returning from strikes — while the unemployment rate fell to 3.7%. What does this all mean for the Fed’s soft landing narrative? Join Michael Feroli, Chief U.S. Economist, and Samantha Azzarello, Head of Content Curation and Strategy, as they discuss the November payrolls report. This episode was recorded on December 8th, 2023. This communication is provided for information purposes only. Please visit www.jpmm.com/research/dis...
Dec 08, 2023•4 min•Ep. 148
As we wrap up 2023, David Rawlings hosts Jay Horine, North America Head of Investment Banking and Co-Head of Global Energy, Power, Renewables and Mining, for a conversation about what’s ahead for investment banking. They explore market dynamics, the U.S. and global economy, sector trends and the outlook for deal-making in 2024. Jay also shares insights into industry innovation and how CEOs and boards can navigate the evolving investment banking landscape. This episode was recorded on November 30...
Dec 07, 2023•18 min•Ep. 147
Recent high-profile data breaches and geopolitically motivated cyber-attacks are driving awareness around the importance of risk mitigation. What’s the overall health of the cybersecurity sector? Will enterprise spend on security continue to grow? And what role does AI play? Join Brian Essex, who covers U.S. Software Equity Research, and Jack Atherton, who covers Technology, Media and Telecom Specialist Sales, as they discuss the state of cybersecurity. This episode was recorded on November 21, ...
Dec 04, 2023•22 min•Ep. 146
The market for GLP-1s — also commonly known as obesity drugs — is projected to exceed $100 bn globally by 2030. Why are these drugs growing in popularity, and could they lead to a paradigm shift in health care? Elif Korkmaz, who covers Health Care Specialist Sales, sits down with Chris Schott, Senior Analyst covering U.S. Diversified Biopharma, and Richard Vosser, Head of European Pharma & Biotech, to discuss the latest developments in this space. This episode was recorded on Wednesday, Nove...
Dec 01, 2023•25 min•Ep. 145
In this episode, host Evan Junek welcomes back Faheen Allibhoy, Global Head of Development Banks and Multilateral Institutions. They spotlight sustainable finance, dive into the new Impact Disclosure Guidance, discuss the challenges facing multilateral development banks and focus on the COP28 conference. This episode was recorded on October 31st, 2023. This material was prepared by certain personnel of JPMorgan Chase & Co. and its affiliates and subsidiaries worldwide and not the firm’s rese...
Nov 30, 2023•19 min•Ep. 144
Join Todd Marr, Head of Debt Private Placements at J.P. Morgan, as he unpacks the growth in the debt private placement market. Hosted by Tan Hunjan, they address the key benefits and considerations for issuers venturing into private placements, while uncovering recurrent marketplace themes and supply trends. This episode was recorded on November 20th, 2023. This material was prepared by certain personnel of JPMorgan Chase & Co. and its affiliates and subsidiaries worldwide and not the firm’s...
Nov 22, 2023•7 min•Ep. 143
On the back of J.P. Morgan’s recent Global Energy Conference, Christyan Malek, Global Head of Energy Strategy and Head of EMEA Oil & Gas Equity Research, and Shikha Chaturvedi, Head of Global Natural Gas and Natural Gas Liquids Strategy, explore the 2024 outlook for their respective sectors. How will supply and demand fundamentals play out? Can we expect price volatility? And are we entering the next wave of the energy supercycle? This episode was recorded on November 14, 2023. This communic...
Nov 17, 2023•15 min•Ep. 142
In this episode the group discusses US equities in the context of the near 10% S&P500 rally over the last few weeks. They discuss the fundamental backdrop from a macro, micro and policy lens; the positioning perspective and extent to which investor flows turned bearish through September and October; what this could mean for near-term US equity upside and which sectors look most ripe to rally; and finally key risks to watch from here. Eloise Goulder, Head of the Data Assets & Alpha Group,...
Nov 16, 2023•19 min•Ep. 141
Todd Rothman, Managing Director of North American High Yield and Leveraged Loan Capital Markets, dives into the latest developments in the leverage loan and high yield markets with Kathleen Darling. They shed light on key catalysts influencing market dynamics, including geopolitical conflicts, a precipitous move in treasuries, recent economic data and more. Tune in to discover how companies can seize market windows of opportunity before year-end. This episode was recorded on November 7, 2023. Th...
Nov 09, 2023•18 min•Ep. 140
Michael Feroli, Chief US Economist, and Samantha Azzarello, Head of Content Curation and Strategy, discuss the October payrolls report. This episode was recorded on November 3, 2023. 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 ...
Nov 03, 2023•4 min•Ep. 139
In this episode we hear from David Denison, Deputy CIO of Hedge Fund Florin Court Capital, a diversified systematic asset manager. David discusses the philosophy behind trading multiple diversified asset classes across the power / electricity, commodity, interest rate swap and FX markets, the dynamics of a market with fewer speculating players and more producer players, the periods in which trend-following has been particularly successful historically, the benefits of trend-following in mitigati...
Nov 01, 2023•38 min•Ep. 138
From giant skeletons to pet costumes, find out what’s been filling Halloween shopping baskets with consumer sector specialist Briggs Barton and Carla Casella, Head of U.S. High Yield Consumer Products, Food and Retail. Consumers are spending around events and holidays but with dwindling savings, student loan repayments and high rates, many are feeling the strain. Can momentum continue into peak holiday season? This episode was recorded on October 24, 2023. This communication is provided for info...
Oct 31, 2023•11 min•Ep. 137
Resilience. Fragmentation. Divergence. These were just some of the buzzwords that emerged during the investor conference J.P. Morgan hosted at the IMF/World Bank Annual Meetings in October 2023. What else was top of mind for attendees? Join Joyce Chang, Chair of Global Research, Jahangir Aziz, Head of Emerging Market Economics Research, and Jan Loeys, Head of Long-Term Strategy, as they recap the key themes from the conference. This episode was recorded on October 18th, 2023. This communication ...
Oct 27, 2023•20 min•Ep. 136
Although the IPO market has been quiet since its 2021 peak, signs of resurgence are emerging. Join Lorenzo Soler, Head of Global Equity Syndicate, and host David Rawlings to explore the current state of the IPO market. Topics include issuer and investor engagement, macroeconomics and geopolitical dynamics, strategies for a successful IPO and a glimpse into the 2024 market landscape. This episode was recorded on October 24th, 2023. This material was prepared by certain personnel of JPMorgan Chase...
Oct 26, 2023•17 min•Ep. 135
Fed policy, inflation and jobs growth are top of mind — find out what they mean for the economy as J.P. Morgan experts share their insights and predictions. Join host Phoebe White, Head of U.S. Inflation Strategy as she talks to Michael Feroli, Chief U.S. Economist and Jay Barry, Co-Head of U.S. Rates Strategy. Together, they tackle the hard-hitting questions: Why is the U.S. economy not slowing down? Is a “soft landing” scenario a given? And when will inflation get back to a comfortable place? ...
Oct 20, 2023•14 min•Ep. 134
In light of the proposed updates from Moody’s on corporate hybrids, we dive into the potential changes and implications for financing strategies. In this episode, Jem Gumussoy, an Executive Director of our Investment Grade Finance team, hosted by Tan Hunjan, explores the corporate hybrid bond market and the impact of evolving industry standards. This episode was recorded on October 16, 2023. This material was prepared by certain personnel of JPMorgan Chase & Co. and its affiliates and subsid...
Oct 19, 2023•8 min•Ep. 133
In this episode we hear from Renee Yao, Founder and CIO of Hedge Fund Neo Ivy, a firm which uses complex AI techniques in the investment process. Renee discusses the rationale for adopting these AI techniques, the evolution of these methods, and also the pitfalls and challenges of an AI-driven approach. Renee Yao is in discussion with Eloise Goulder, Head of the Data Assets & Alpha Group. To read more about Neo Ivy Capital, see https://www.neoivycapital.com/ This episode was recorded on Sept...
Oct 18, 2023•37 min•Ep. 132
This episode highlights some of the top market structure themes you need going into Q4 2023, including the focus on Treasury basis trading, Basel III developments, India’s bond market dynamics, T+1 settlement and more. Join Kate Finlayson, Leland Price and Meridy Cleary as they highlight the key policy, trading, and microstructural developments right now. This episode was recorded on October 10, 2023. The views expressed in this podcast may not necessarily reflect the views of JPMorgan Chase &am...
Oct 17, 2023•13 min•Ep. 131
What are Europe’s economic challenges and opportunities? Join host Louise Bennetts and Karen Ward, Chief Market Strategist EMEA at J.P. Morgan Asset Management, as they take a look back over the last decade to see what it means for Europe’s future. They discuss topics ranging from energy to inflation, capital markets and more. This episode was recorded on October 9, 2023. This material was prepared by certain personnel of JPMorgan Chase & Co. and its affiliates and subsidiaries worldwide and...
Oct 12, 2023•17 min•Ep. 130
