A world of lower rates
 

• Market uncertainties have reinforced the dovish bias for central banks. In developed economies, central banks have elevated monetary stimulus to maintain market liquidity and keep rates low. 
  
  
• With lower interest rates, traditional income sources such as cash savings and government bonds have come under pressure.
   

Unprecedented monetary stimulus¹

1. Source: Bank of England, Bank of Japan, Bloomberg Finance L.P., European Central Bank, US Federal Reserve, J.P. Morgan Asset Management.
*New purchases of bonds are based on period to period changes in average holdings during the quarter across various asset purchase programs as reported by each respective G4 central bank (the Bank of England, the Bank of Japan, the European Central Bank and the US Federal Reserve), announced purchase plans of these central banks and J.P. Morgan Asset Management projections, converted to common currency by average monthly exchange rates.
Guide to the Markets – Asia. Data reflect most recently available as of 30.06.2020.

Forecasts, projections and other forward looking statements are based upon current beliefs and expectations, may or may not come to pass. They are for illustrative purposes only and serve as an indication of what may occur. Given the inherent uncertainties and risks associated with forecast, projections or other forward statements, actual events, results or performance may differ materially from those reflected or contemplated.
 

Market uncertainties persist
 

• While the global economy is opening up from lockdowns, the road to full recovery is likely to be long and may take us to 2021 or beyond if a sustainable medical solution isn’t available. The possible revival of US-China trade tensions may also upset this recovery. 
  
  
• Against this backdrop, investors are increasingly looking for alternative ways to broaden the sources of income for their portfolios.
   

Global economic growth struggling for full recovery²

2. Source: J.P. Morgan Economic Research, J.P. Morgan Asset Management.
Guide to the Markets – Asia. Data reflect most recently available as of 30.06.2020.
Forecasts, projections and other forward looking statements are based upon current beliefs and expectations, may or may not come to pass. They are for illustrative purposes only and serve as an indication of what may occur. Given the inherent uncertainties and risks associated with forecast, projections or other forward statements, actual events, results or performance may differ materially from those reflected or contemplated.

Seeking multiple income sources
 

• Market volatility and lower yields are expected to stay. It’s time to embrace the challenges, differentiate and invest where opportunities can be found via a flexible approach. 
  
  
• Income can be harvested from different sources, such as stock dividends and bond coupons, and these can be found globally across asset classes and regions³.
   

A range of income sources⁴

3. Yields are not guaranteed. Positive yield does not imply positive returns.
4. Source: Alerian, Bank of America, Bloomberg Finance L.P., Clarkson, Drewry Maritime Consultants, FactSet, Federal Reserve, FTSE, MSCI, NCREIF, Standard & Poor’s, J.P. Morgan Asset Management. Asset classes are based on FTSE NAREIT Global REITs Index (Global REITs), FTSE NAREIT USA REITs Index (US REITs), Bloomberg Barclays Global High Yield Index (Global HY bonds), J.P. Morgan Government Bond Index EM Global (GBI-EM) (Local currency EMD), J.P. Morgan Emerging Market Bond Index Global (EMBIG) (USD EMD), J.P. Morgan Asia Credit Index Non-investment Grade (Asia HY bonds), MSCI Emerging Markets Index (EM equity), MSCI Emerging Markets High Dividend Yield Index (EM high dividend equity), MSCI World High Dividend Yield Index (DM high dividend equity), MSCI Europe Index (Europe equity), MSCI USA Index (US equity), US 10-Year Treasury Note (US 10-year). Yields of EM high dividend equity and DM high dividend equity were as of 31.05.2020. Yield is not guaranteed. Positive yield does not imply positive return. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of current and future results. Guide to the Markets – Asia 3Q 2020. Data reflect most recently available as of 30.06.2020.

Investments involve risk. Not all investments are suitable for all investors. Please seek financial advice before investing. Securities rated below investment grade are considered high-yield/ below investment-grade. Although they might provide higher yields than higher-rated securities, they could carry risk.

REITs: Real estate investment trusts; HY: High yield; EMD: Emerging market debt; USD: US dollar; EM: Emerging market; DM: Developed market.
 

Seeking diversification^
 

• Asset class performance varies under different market conditions. A diversified^ portfolio, as shown in the table, is better positioned to manage risks while paving the way for consistent performance. 
  
  
• By dynamically adjusting the allocation of assets, portfolio managers can seek shelter in times of a down market and be positioned to capture growth opportunities as they arise.
   

Asset class returns vary⁵

^ Diversification does not guarantee positive return or eliminate risk of loss.

5. Source: Bloomberg Finance L.P., Dow Jones, FactSet, J.P. Morgan Economic Research, MSCI, J.P. Morgan Asset Management. The “Diversified” portfolio assumes the following weights: 20% in the MSCI World Index (DM Equities), 20% in the MSCI AC Asia Pacific ex-Japan (APAC ex-JP), 5% in the average of the MSCI EM Latin America and MSCI EM EMEA Indices (EM ex-Asia), 10% in the J.P. Morgan EMBIG Index (EMD), 10% in the Bloomberg Barclays Aggregate (Global Bonds), 10% in the Bloomberg Barclays Global Corporate High Yield Index (Global Corp. HY), 15% in J.P. Morgan Asia Credit Index (Asian Bonds), 5% in Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Credit - Corporate Investment Grade Index (US IG) and 5% in Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Treasury – Bills (1-3 months) (Cash). Diversified portfolio assumes annual rebalancing. All data represent total return in U.S. dollar terms for the stated period. 10-year total return data is used to calculate annualised returns (Ann. Ret.) and 10-year price return data is used to calculate annualised volatility (Ann. Vol.) and reflects the period 30.06.2010 – 30.06.2020. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of current and future results. Guide to the Markets – Asia. Data reflect most recently available as of 30.06.2020.

Investments involve risk. Not all investments are suitable for all investors. Please seek financial advice before investing. Securities rated below investment grade are considered high-yield/ below investment-grade. Although they might provide higher yields than higher-rated securities, they could carry risk.

DM: Developed market; JP: Japan; EM: Emerging market; EMD: Emerging market debt; Corp. HY: Corporate high-yield; REITs: Real estate investment trust.