Important Information for Asia Equity High Income Fund, China Equity High Income Fund, Global Equity High Income Fund, Europe Equity High Income Fund
Asia Equity High Income Fund
1. The Fund invests primarily (at least 70%) in equity securities of listed companies in Asia (excluding Japan), and using derivatives where appropriate.
2. The Fund is therefore exposed to risks related to equity, derivatives, emerging markets, concentration, smaller companies, currency, liquidity, hedging, class currency and currency hedged classes. RMB hedged class also exposes to risks associated with the RMB currency. RMB is currently not freely convertible and RMB convertibility from offshore RMB (CNH) to onshore RMB (CNY) is a managed currency process subject to foreign exchange control policies of and restrictions imposed by the Chinese government. There can be no assurance that RMB will not be subject to devaluation at some point. The Manager may, under extreme market conditions when there is not sufficient RMB for currency conversion and with the approval of the Trustee, pay redemption monies and/or distributions in USD.
What makes the Equity High Income Series stand out?
Innovative income
On top of dividends, option premiums generated by selling call options1 serve as an additional source of income, with the goal of delivering a monthly income stream.
Monetising market swings
As volatility increases, the income from option premiums may rise, potentially buffering portfolios from price swings at a time when investors may need it most.
A total return approach with equity exposure for capital growth
A total return approach that participates in a portion of the market’s upside, with potentially higher income to help manage downside risk.
Four distinct equity strategies. One high income family.
What is Equity High Income Strategies?
22 Apr 2026Make volatility an income opportunity
30 Dec 2025J.P. Morgan Asset Management: Global leader in equity income investing
No.1
by market share in Morningstar’s EAA Fund Asia-Pacific ex-Japan Equity Income category4.
48%
market share in Morningstar’s US Fund Derivative Income category, and the world’s largest active ETF is an equity income ETF issued by J.P. Morgan Asset Management4.
> US$94 billion
assets under management across Equity High Income and other options overlay equity income strategies globally, with products domiciled in 6 markets4.
What drives our leadership in equity income investing?
An active, time-tested stock selection process that leverages our deep, global research platform.
A disciplined options writing approach designed to generate income across different market environments.
A comprehensive global infrastructure and extensive expertise to ensure seamless, reliable execution.
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We believe equities should remain a fundamental component of asset allocation. The key is to broaden allocations to encompass a more diverse selection of stocks and to adopt a total return approach.
Provided for information only based on market conditions as of date of publication, not to be construed as investment recommendation or advice. The manager seeks to achieve the stated objectives. There can be no guarantee the objectives will be met.
1. There is a potential to forego some capital appreciation as a result of selling call options. Stock dividends and option premiums are not guaranteed and do not imply positive return.
2. Effective on and from 01.12.2025, the Fund has been renamed from “JPMorgan China Income Fund” to “JPMorgan China Equity High Income Fund”, and its investment objective and policies have been changed accordingly.
3. Effective on and from 31.10.2025, the Fund has been renamed from “JPMorgan Europe Strategic Dividend Fund” to “JPMorgan Europe Equity High Income Fund”, and its investment objective and policies have been changed accordingly.
4. Source: Morningstar as of 28.02.2026. Market share and size of active ETF are calculated by asset under management. EAA refers to Europe, Asia and South Africa.
Diversification does not guarantee investment return and does not eliminate the risk of loss. Yields are not guaranteed. Positive yield does not imply positive return.
Investment involves risk. Not all investments are suitable for all investors. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of current and future results. Please refer to the offering document(s) for details, including the risk factors. Investors should consult professional advice before investing. Investments are not similar to or comparable with fixed deposits. The opinions and views expressed here are as of the date of this publication, which are subject to change and are not to be taken as or construed as investment advice. Estimates, assumptions and projections are provided for information only and may or may not come to pass. This document has not been reviewed by the SFC. Issued by JPMorgan Funds (Asia) Limited.