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Insights Now
by Dr. David Kelly and Gabriela Santos, J.P. Morgan Asset Management
Our thought leaders sit down for a conversational breakdown of big ideas, future trends, emerging topics and their investment implications complete with key takeaways to help inform building stronger investment plans and portfolios for the long-term.
Episodes
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Alternative Realities: Michael Cembalest on AI, energy and data centers
On today’s episode, we welcome Michael Cembalest, Chairman of Market and Investment Strategy at J.P. Morgan Asset Management. Michael will share his latest perspectives on emerging trends within the energy sector, offer his insights into the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence and data...
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The 2027 Long-Term Capital Market Assumptions
Long-term investing is entering an era shaped by powerful secular shifts and bold innovation. Our latest annual forecasts expect economic nationalism to redraw the map for strategic industries, while artificial intelligence fuels a historic and transformative capex boom that over the long term we...
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Alternative Realities: AI, redemptions and rate hikes in private credit
Fundraising for closed-end private credit vehicles reached a record high in the second quarter of this year, highlighting the sustained strong interest from investors. This achievement comes during a year of heightened scrutiny for the asset class, with headlines focusing on underwriting…
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AI safety and the future of the buildout
AI safety is no longer just a technology debate — it's moving markets. The AI build-out continues to drive demand across semiconductors and software, while cybersecurity risks, supply chain constraints and global competition from Chinese models add complexity to an already dynamic theme. In this...
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Alternative Realities: Modeling better portfolios
In recent years, financial advisors have increasingly adopted model portfolios because they help deliver consistent and scalable portfolio management capabilities, while freeing up more time to spend with clients. As more alternative products become available for private wealth clients,...
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How might midterm elections move markets?
Political shifts and economic uncertainty are in the spotlight as midterm elections approach, but the real story unfolds beyond the ballot. From market swings and inflation to fundraising battles and redistricting, the landscape is changing fast. Global trade, AI adoption, and supply chain…
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Alternative Realities: The impact of AI on the future of investing
As enterprise adoption of AI accelerates, it’s increasingly important for organizations to implement these tools thoughtfully and safely. At the same time, harnessing the full capabilities of large language models can unlock efficiencies and boost productivity. That’s why more companies are...
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The 2008 Great Financial Crisis
The Global Financial Crisis of 2008 stands as one of the most consequential events in modern market history, reshaping economies and investment thinking worldwide. This conversation traces the roots of the crisis—from the housing bubble and lax lending standards to the complex web of derivatives...
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The Late-1990s Dot-Com Bubble
The dot-com bubble marked a turning point in market history, fueled by the promise of internet technology and a wave of investor enthusiasm. Optimism, easy access to information and a booming economy set the stage for soaring IPOs and rapid market growth—even when fundamentals were hard to pin...
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The 1998 Collapse of Long-Term Capital Management
The collapse of Long-Term Capital Management in 1998 revealed how even the most sophisticated strategies can unravel under extreme market stress. This episode explores the rise and fall of the hedge fund, the role of quantitative models and leverage, and the ripple effects across the global...
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The 1987 Stock Market Crash
The 1987 Stock Market Crash—known as Black Monday—stands as a defining moment in financial history, marked by a single-day decline of over 22% in the Dow Jones Industrial Average. This episode unpacks the forces that set the stage for such an unprecedented event, from the exuberance of the 1980s...
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The 1929 Stock Market Crash
Speculative excess, technological innovation and the optimism of a new era converged in the Roaring Twenties, setting the stage for one of history’s most dramatic market events. The 1929 stock market crash revealed how exuberance and leverage can reshape—and ultimately destabilize—financial...
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Moments in market history
A century of market history reveals patterns of optimism, risk and resilience that continue to shape investment decisions today. This special summer series examines landmark events—from the 1929 crash to the Global Financial Crisis—to illuminate the forces behind market upheavals and the lessons...
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Alternative Realities: The case for distressed debt investing in private credit
Many investors, particularly those new to the asset class, equate private credit with direct lending. However, private credit encompasses a much broader space than just direct lending. This year, amid concerns over software exposure and rising credit stress in direct lending, we have seen…
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Alternative Realities: How do you boost returns in a concentrated market?
As equity markets become increasingly concentrated, investors are seeking strategies to diversify their exposures. Long-short strategies are one way to achieve this diversification while potentially capturing higher returns by building a portfolio that seeks to overweight winning stocks and short...
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2026 Mid-Year Outlook: Crosscurrents and Divergence Amidst an Increasing AI Surge
At the year’s midpoint, investors face a landscape shaped by surging AI investment, geopolitical uncertainty and diverging economic fortunes. The AI boom is powering exceptional growth in technology and semiconductors, while higher energy prices and global tensions add complexity to inflation and...
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Alternative Realities: Absolute return strategies & trouble in private credit?
With inflation expectations on the rise, volatility has returned and stocks and bonds are increasingly moving together. This is driving interest in uncorrelated and absolute return strategies that can generate returns regardless of what’s happening with broader market beta or the economy. On...
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Making sense of geopolitical risk
Geopolitical volatility is reshaping the global economic landscape, influencing everything from energy markets and trade flows to technological innovation and security strategies. As events in Iran, Ukraine and China drive profound shifts across markets, investors are challenged to adapt to a…
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Saving smarter for college
College costs have soared well beyond inflation, making education planning a critical challenge for families and advisors. With public and private tuition rising faster than household incomes, the conversation has shifted from simply saving to strategically investing for education. Choosing the...
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Alternative Realities: Inside JPMorganChase’s $1.5 trillion security and resiliency initiative
Last year, JPMorganChase announced the launch of the Security and Resiliency Initiative, a 10-year, $1.5 trillion plan to facilitate, finance and invest in industries critical to national security. With an initial $10 billion in direct equity investments, the initiative aims to help select...
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Taking stock of today's markets
Amid fast-moving headlines and shifting market dynamics, it’s time to pause and take a fresh pulse on what matters most. From energy disruptions and inflation to the rise of AI and evolving consumer sentiment, today’s landscape calls for clarity and perspective. Explore the key forces shaping...
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Alternative Realities: How will portfolios evolve with inflation, credit and innovation?
After a dynamic start to 2026, the alternative investment landscape is evolving rapidly. In this episode, Aaron Mulvihill sits down with Jed Laskowitz, Global Head of Private Markets and Customized Solutions, and Anton Pil, Head of Global Alternative Investment Solutions. Earlier this year, Jed…
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Navigating inflation, private credit and market sentiment
Navigating today’s dynamic markets means staying ahead of shifting sentiment, evolving fundamentals and global events that can shape investment strategies. From the impact of geopolitical conflicts on inflation and growth to the changing landscape of private credit and asset allocation, timely...
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Does diversification include crypto?
The rapid evolution of the crypto landscape is reshaping how investors approach diversification, risk and opportunity. As digital assets like Bitcoin and Ether move from the fringes to the mainstream, their unique characteristics—decentralization, scarcity and volatility—are prompting new...
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Alternative Realities: What is the state of U.S. infrastructure?
U.S. infrastructure is at a crossroads. As economies expand and technology reshapes the landscape, the demand for robust, modern networks has never been greater. From highways and bridges to power grids and water systems, the pressure to build, maintain and upgrade is mounting, especially as...
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Are Millennials and Gen Z priced out?
Millennials and Gen Z are navigating a financial landscape defined by rising costs, shifting job markets, and evolving expectations around wealth and opportunity. As affordability challenges intensify—especially in housing, education and healthcare—these generations are rethinking how they spend,...
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Alternative Realities: Geopolitics, private credit and portfolio construction
Global markets are flooded with headlines, from shifting geopolitics to evolving economic landscapes and the rapid expansion of private markets. As investors navigate these dynamic times, understanding the broader context is more crucial than ever. In today’s episode, Aaron Mulvihill is joined by...
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Investing in AI opportunities across markets: Part 2
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the investment landscape, prompting new questions about risk, opportunity and the future of market leadership. As innovation accelerates and disruption becomes a constant, understanding how to navigate this evolving environment is more critical than...
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Alternative Realities: What's next for oil prices?
Energy markets are on edge as geopolitical risk meets shifting demand, elevating the importance of balance, quality and discipline in portfolio construction. Markets are pricing a near term risk premium while longer dated benchmarks remain steadier, yet timing matters as continued Strait of…
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Investing in AI opportunities across markets: Part 1
Markets have seen strong performance in recent years, but as we look to the future, attention is turning to the transformative impact of artificial intelligence, particularly within private markets. In this special crossover episode between Insights Now and Alternative Realities, we launch Part 1...
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Navigating the equity market rotation
Equity markets are shifting, with value and quality equities stepping into the spotlight and AI’s impact reaching far beyond technology. Small- and mid-cap names are drawing fresh attention, while international and emerging markets are finding new momentum. Changing consumer trends, evolving…
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Alternative Realities: How to evaluate private credit risks
In today’s episode, Aaron Mulvihill, Global Alternatives Strategist, is joined by Brian Coleman, Co-Head of Investments for the Private Credit Solutions Group within J.P. Morgan Asset Management, to dive into private credit, an asset class that continues to be popular with investors due to its...
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What the new Fed chair could mean for markets
Following the announcement of a new Fed chair, we explore the evolving landscape of monetary policy and its impact on markets. Our experts break down what a change at the top could mean for interest rates, inflation and the broader investment environment. The discussion covers the latest Fed...
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Alternative Realities: What trends will shape alternatives in 2026?
Alternative investments are taking center stage as we look ahead to 2026. With public and private markets converging and new opportunities emerging across asset classes, investors are rethinking how to build resilient portfolios for the long term. That’s why this episode of Alternative Realities...
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Insights for the future of investing
As the asset management landscape evolves, investors and advisors face new challenges and opportunities in building resilient portfolios. Discover the latest trends shaping the industry, from the resurgence of fixed income and the growing role of international equities to the increasing adoption…
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Alternative Realities: The 2026 Long Term Capital Market Assumptions: Challenges and opportunities
In this episode of Alternative Realities, Aaron Mulvihill is joined by David Lebovitz, Global Strategist on the Multi-Asset Solutions team at J.P. Morgan Asset Management. Together, they delve into J.P. Morgan’s Long Term Capital Market Assumptions (LTCMAs)—now marking their 30th annual...
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2026 Outlook: AI lift and economic drift
Gain timely insights into the uncertainty and opportunity that define the investment landscape for 2026 in “AI Lift and Economic Drift.” This engaging discussion unpacks how resilient U.S. economic growth is set against a backdrop of powerful structural trends, including the transformative impact...
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Alternative Realities: Unlocking the future of alternatives in retirement plans
On this episode, Aaron Mulvihill is joined by Jared Gross, Head of Institutional Portfolio Strategy, who brings over 30 years of experience providing insights and solutions to institutional clients—including corporate and public pensions, endowments and foundations—and Tina Anstett, ERISA...
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How research informs investment strategy
In today’s rapidly evolving investment landscape, staying ahead means understanding how asset allocation strategies are adapting to new market realities. This episode of Insights Now explores the dynamic interplay between macroeconomic trends, policy shifts and the growing importance of research…
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Alternative Realities: Stadiums, teams and private equity in sports
Private equity’s footprint in the sports industry has expanded rapidly in recent years. As global team valuations reach unprecedented levels, the sector has become a focal point for both investors and fans, reshaping the broader investment landscape. With capital pouring into sports franchises…
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What’s next for consumer markets?
Shifting macroeconomic trends and evolving consumer behavior continue to redefine the investment landscape, challenging asset managers to adapt their strategies for long-term success. Discover how multi-asset research teams at J.P. Morgan Asset Management approach asset allocation in a rapidly...
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Alternative Realities: Rethinking the 60/40 portfolio
In this episode, Aaron Mulvihill, Global Alternatives Strategist, is joined by Ashmi Mehrotra, Global Co-Head of J.P. Morgan Asset Management’s Private Equity Group, and Jeremy Beal, Head of Products and Advisory Solutions at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management. The discussion covers how access to...
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Quantitative investing explained
In today’s rapidly evolving investment landscape, understanding how quantitative strategies are shaping asset management is more important than ever. This episode explores the dynamic world of quant investing, offering financial advisors and investors practical insights into how systematic,...
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Alternative Realities: Private credit playbook
On today's episode, Aaron Mulvihill, Global Alternatives Strategist, is joined by Stephen Dulake, Co-Head of Global Fundamental Research at JP Morgan. Together, they discuss private credit, an asset class that has attracted significant investor interest due to its higher yields compared to...
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Rethinking retirement through research
Explore the evolving landscape of retirement investing in today’s shifting macroeconomic environment. Discover how retirement is not just a destination, but a dynamic journey shaped by individual needs, spending patterns and regulatory changes. Gain valuable perspectives on the impact of recent...
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Alternative Realities: Allocate smarter with alternatives
With new developments like shifting flows in hedge funds and private credit and the growing impact of AI on data centers, investors are navigating a rapidly changing landscape. On this episode, Aaron Mulvihill, Global Market Strategist, is interviewed by Grant Papa, Research Analyst, to answer…
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How can policy power portfolios?
As fiscal, trade, and regulatory policies take center stage, adapting asset allocation strategies has never been more important. This episode explores how today’s policy shifts—from fiscal stimulus and rising tariffs to accelerated deregulation—are shaping market opportunities and risks. Our...
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Alternative Realities: Pearls of investment wisdom
This episode delves into the dynamic world of hedge fund investing with Paul Zummo, Chief Investment Officer. Celebrating three decades of success, Paul and his team manage over $35 billion in hedge fund assets, catering to both institutional and high-net-worth clients. As the hedge fund…
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Why is asset allocation so important?
As economic and policy environments shift, understanding how tactical and strategic asset allocation can adapt is crucial for financial advisors and investors alike. Balancing long-term views with short-term market movements, our Multi-Asset Solutions team highlights the opportunities presented…
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Alternative Realities: Hidden opportunities in private markets
J.P. Morgan's Private Bank offers expert guidance to assist affluent clients and their families in achieving their financial objectives. With a global oversight of more than $2.9 trillion in client assets, the bank boasts a legacy of over 200 years of operation. On today’s episode, Aaron…
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Our thought leaders sit down for a conversational breakdown of big ideas, future trends, emerging topics and their investment implications complete with key takeaways to help inform building stronger investment plans and portfolios for the long-term.
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Dr. David Kelly and Gabriela Santos, J.P. Morgan Asset Management
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