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Season 02 Episode 04 In this episode of Alternative Realities, we explore the world of timber as an alternative investment asset class. Dr. David Kelly, Chief Global Strategist at J.P. Morgan Asset Management, is joined by Angela Davis, President of Campbell Global, a subsidiary of J.P. Morgan Asset Management, to explore the unique benefits and opportunities timber offers to investors. Join us as...

Season 13 Episode 04 Utilities have traditionally been known for their defensive properties, which makes the combination of robust economic growth, technological excitement, and elevated bond yields an unlikely recipe for their strong performance. That said, the sector’s 23% gain kept pace with the broader market last year. In 2025, this momentum should continue. For investors looking to diversify...

Season 02 Episode 03 In this episode of Alternative Realities, we explore the dynamic world of alternative investments and their increasing accessibility to a broader range of investors. As these asset classes become more mainstream, we discuss their role in diversifying portfolios and enhancing returns. Dr. David Kelly, Chief Global Strategist at J.P. Morgan Asset Management, is joined by David L...

Season 13 Episode 03 Despite lagging the broader index, industrial stocks performed well in 2024, gaining over 17% on a total return basis. Sector fundamentals, however, have been more challenged. After an impressive post-COVID recovery supported double-digit earnings growth in 2022, industrial earnings have been in the doldrums alongside U.S. manufacturing activity. In fact, on a year-over-year b...

Season 13 Episode 02 The ongoing global shift to electronic payments has created a new growth area industry of financial technology companies. These businesses tend to feature recurring revenues, high free cash flow, and low capital expenditures. The financial services sector, which houses Visa and Mastercard, returned 28% last year, while the consumer finances sector, home to credit card companie...

Season 02 Episode 02 In this episode of Alternative Realities, we delve into the evolving landscape of alternative investments and their growing role in institutional portfolios. As the world of alternative investing becomes more accessible, we’ll explore how institutions have historically leveraged these assets for diversification and enhanced returns. Dr. David Kelly, Chief Global Strategist at...

Season 13 Episode 01 Our thirteenth season of Insights Now, titled “The Analyst’s Edge: A Day in the Life of Equity Research Analysts,” will be all about the research backing our portfolio managers’ investment decisions, exploring a range of sectors and diving deeper into the most exciting trends driving markets today. U.S. equities have been on a tear in recent years. At the heart of the recent e...

Season 02 Episode 01 Despite last year's excellent returns in public markets, alternative assets are garnering increased attention due to their income diversification benefits, high equity valuations, and the potential for above-trend inflation. As alternative investments become more accessible to the public, allocations to these assets are expected to rise in the coming years, underscoring the im...

Season 12 Episode 04 For our final episode of Season 12, we will reflect on some of the most important takeaways from the 23 episodes we recorded this year. From exploring the fastest-growing themes in alternatives to navigating the complexities of the U.S. election, we’ve covered a lot of ground, so stay tuned as we recap our “greatest hits” of 2024. This episode explores the main themes and insi...

Season 12 Episode 03 In recent years, the notion of “correct” portfolio construction has been challenged and diversification has become unpopular. Stocks and bonds have shown an increased propensity to move together, calling into question the efficacy of the classic “60/40” portfolio. However, with a new year comes new forces driving markets, and the winners of the past may not be the winners of t...

Season 01 Episode 09 The pandemic, geopolitical tension and climate change have revived industrial policy around the globe. In the U.S., the IIJA, IRA, and CHIPs act collectively represent the largest investment in infrastructure since the Cold War. In particular, there are significant opportunities in modernizing and expanding the electrical grid as decarbonization and data centers drive up deman...

Season 12 Episode 02 Despite uncertainty at the onset, 2024 is shaping up to be yet another impressive year for the economy and markets. A resilient consumer has put the U.S. on pace for another year of above-trend growth, and the S&P 500 has rallied over 25% so far, breaching $6,000 for the first time in history. That said, with a new year comes new opportunities as well as challenges. To dive de...

Season 01 Episode 08 In this episode of Alternative Realities, we’re going to be exploring the current landscape of commercial real estate, highlighting opportunities beyond the office sector. We’ll talk about the ongoing housing shortage in the U.S., the thriving industrial sector, and the evolution of retail. Real estate is a valuable component of investment portfolios, offering risk mitigation,...

Season 12 Episode 01 As we usher in a new year, the investment landscape is almost certainly set to change. That’s why in our twelfth season of Insights Now titled, “Preparing for the Path Forward,” Dr. David Kelly will sit down with portfolio managers and strategists from across J.P. Morgan to discuss their key takeaways from 2024, and what they expect from the economy and markets in 2025. To sha...

Season 01 Episode 07 In this episode, Dr. David Kelly is joined by Ash Williams, Vice Chair of J.P. Morgan Asset Management. Ash served as Chief Investment Officer and Executive Director of the Florida State Board of Administration, where he oversaw $250 billion in assets. He has extensive experience as an institutional investor in both public and private markets. Throughout their conversation, th...

Season 01 Episode 06 On previous episodes, we’ve discussed the muted return outlook for a traditional 60/40 portfolio and the return-enhancing potential of Private Equity and Venture Capital. As companies wait longer to IPO, investors are turning to private markets for access to the fastest-growing part of a business’s lifecycle. In this episode, we’re going to explore the opportunities in private...

Season 01 Episode 05 On previous episodes, we’ve discussed what’s called the “democratization of alternatives.” Put simply, alternatives have become more accessible to individuals as the investment vehicles have evolved to address pain points like high minimums and long lockup periods. Dr. David Kelly, Chief Global Strategist at J.P. Morgan Asset Management, is joined by Anastasia Amoroso, the Chi...

Season 11 Episode 05 The U.S election is just a few short weeks away, and many investors are picking through campaign-trail noise to decipher what policies each administration would pursue and their implications. With both Former President Trump’s and Vice President Harris’s campaigns promising hefty amounts of spending but few clues on how it will be funded, the longer-term trajectory for taxes,...

Season 11 Episode 04 The Federal Reserve is a political institution that is accountable to Congress, but also to the public, and its independence ensures it can conduct monetary policy in a way that it perceives to be in support of its dual mandate without undue political pressures. However, some candidates have expressed interest in giving other branches of government a say in the Fed’s decision-...

Season 01 Episode 04 In this episode, we’re exploring the alternatives landscape from the perspective of the individual investor. Historically, these asset classes have been the domain of institutional capital, but the structure of alternative investment vehicles is evolving in ways that make them more accessible. Individual investors have more access to alternatives as the traditional 60/40 portf...

Season 11 Episode 03 Federal government regulatory policies have the potential to reshape both the economic landscape and the investment opportunity set and both candidates for president have expressed strong opinions on regulatory issues. However, their attitudes on regulatory oversight appear to vary across industries and issues affecting the economy and society. For investors, it is policy, not...

Season 01 Episode 03 With comprehensive oversight and deep expertise in a diverse array of investment vehicles, our mission is to demystify often lesser-known asset classes. By providing clear, real-world examples, we aim to bridge the knowledge gap and empower investors to make informed decisions. On today's episode, Dr. David Kelly is joined by Brandon Robinson, Deputy Head of Private Markets, t...

Season 11 Episode 02 As rising geopolitical tensions and the pandemic fallout have uncovered weaknesses in global supply chains, many nations have begun to rethink their trading relationships. U.S. policy, for example, has turned increasingly nationalistic, with recent administrations implementing tariffs and non-tariff barriers to trade, allocating funds toward domestic development of strategic i...

Season 01 Episode 02 As companies, particularly in the Technology sector, wait longer to IPO, private equity has become an increasingly important way to get exposure to the high growth potential of early-stage companies. For decades, investors have used private equity to supplement their public equity allocations, enhancing returns, reducing volatility, and providing access to secular market trend...

Season 11 Episode 01 The 11th season of Insights Now , titled “The Policy and Investment Implications of the U.S. Election,” will focus on topics at the forefront of this election season and explore the impacts proposed policies could have on the markets, economy, and investors. Gabriela Santos, Chief Market Strategist for the Americas, will be co-hosting this season and will be joined by the usua...