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29/06/2020

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Guide to the Markets

The Guide to the Markets illustrates an array of market and economic trends using compelling charts, providing the building blocks to support conversations with your clients.

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Guide to China

As China becomes more investible, get a clear understanding of the growth opportunities and potential pitfalls.

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Quarterly Perspectives

Quarterly Perspectives highlights key themes from our Guide to the Markets book and offers critical insights for engaging in portfolio discussions.

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Featured Market Insights

The Year Ahead 2022

In the spirit of the 2022 World Cup football tournament in Qatar, we field our starting lineup, or “starting 11” on investing in 2022 and address them using charts from our Market Insights program and Guide to the Markets - Asia.

Asia Insights

Top questions on Asian economic and financial market developments

On the Minds of Investors

Top questions on the minds of investors. See what your peers are asking and read answers from our team of Global Market Strategists.

Monthly Market Review

A summary of the factors driving markets over the last month, covering the global economy as well as major asset classes, complete with Guide slides.

Principles for Successful Long-term Investing

Our principle six time-tested strategies for guiding investors and their portfolios through today's challenging markets to reach tomorrow's goals.

Market Bulletins

Market Strategists provide commentary and analysis on the latest events and their likely impact on the markets and investing.

Weekly Market Recap

Start every Monday morning with this one-page snapshot of top headlines, market performance, a thought and chart of the week and more.

Guide to Alternatives

The Guide to Alternatives is an objective analysis of key themes - real estate, infrastructure, transport, private credit, private equity and hedge funds.

Guide to the Markets

The Guide to the Markets illustrates a comprehensive array of market and economic trends and statistics through clear, compelling charts.

Solving for income

The Solving for Income presentation uses selective slides from the Guide to the Markets – Asia to examine the role of income and how it will benefit investors by keeping it as a key investment objective.

ESG explained, 7 essentials you need to know

ESG is the use of environmental, social, and governance factors to inform investment decisions.

Guide to China

As China becomes more investible, get a clear understanding of the growth opportunities and potential pitfalls.

Hawkish moves and hawkish guidance

The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) voted to raise the Federal funds rate by 0.75% to a range of 3.00%-3.25%. (3-mins read)

Who will ride out the DM turbulence best?

Recession warnings from the U.S. and Europe threaten to derail Asian economies’ nascent recovery, mainly through a drag on export demand.

Understanding U.S. recessions

This paper addresses the characteristics of U.S. recessions, the economic and market indicators that would help to identify the threat of recessions with its investment implications.

A commitment to data dependency suggests a less hawkish Fed going forward

The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) voted to raise the Federal funds rate by 0.75% to a range of 2.25%-2.50%. (3-mins read)

The Rocky Road to Normal: A 2022 Mid-Year Review

Learn more about the investment outlook for the second half of 2022 and how investors should position themselves through a challenging recovery and rising inflation.

More hawkish Fed raises recession risks

The message from the committee is clear, the Fed will expeditiously raise interest rates given it is “strongly committed” to tame inflation. (3-mins read)

More tightening and more guidance from the Fed

As widely anticipated, the Federal Open Market Committee voted to raise the Federal funds target rate range by 0.50% to 0.75%-1.00% and signaled similar 50 basis point rate increases would be on the table for the next couple of meetings. (3-mins read)

The Fed loses patience with inflation

For the first time since December 2018, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) voted to raise the Federal funds target rate range by a ¼ percent to 0.25%-0.50% and made it clear further increases would be appropriate to tame inflation. (3-mins read)

Russia-Ukraine Chart Pack

The Russia-Ukraine Chart Pack aims to help investors understand the investment implications of the current situation in Russia and Ukraine holistically and why it is important to stay invested

Why Asia ex-Japan Equities Deserve a Second Look – Part II

The second paper of this two-part series written by Clara Cheong takes a deeper dive into the year-to-date performance, valuations, reasonableness of the earnings outlook for Asia ex-Japan equities and the investment implications. (9-mins read)

Why Asia ex-Japan Equities Deserve a Second Look – Part I

In this first part of a two-part paper written by Clara Cheong, we explore the common push-backs to investing in Asia ex-Japan and broader emerging market equities as we enter a monetary tightening regime in the U.S. (9-mins read)

The Hiking Roadmap

This paper, written by Clara Cheong, explores what happened in the macroeconomic landscape during previous rate hiking cycles of the 70s, 80s and 90s and explain why risk assets generally delivered positive returns across Fed rate hiking cycles. (9-mins read)

Higher prices and improving labor participation, support tighter policy

This paper, written by Dr. David Kelly, discusses the FOMC's December meeting announcement.

October CPI Report: Inflation still surging

This paper, written by Dr. David Kelly, discusses the October CPI report and what it means for investors.

October Jobs Report: Labor market recovery gets back on track

This paper, written by Dr. David Kelly, discusses the October jobs report and what it means for investors.

Focus on taper, not rates for now

This paper, written by Dr. David Kelly, addresses the FOMC's November meeting and their tapering plans.

China’s path to policy normalization

This paper, written by Chaoping Zhu, discusses the potential path for China’s policy normalization after the country’s economy recovered from COVID-19.

What are the implications of the Brexit deal for the economy and markets?

It is hard to remember a time when Brexit was not dominating British headlines, but at the midnight hour, UK and EU negotiators finally reached agreement on a new trade deal. This piece addresses the key questions surrounding the deal: what is covered, how does it impact the outlook for the UK economy, and what are the market implications?

Northeast and Southeast Asia paving the way to prosperity

This paper, written by Ian Hui and Alex Cheung, analyzes the recovery of various Asian economies from the COVID-19 pandemic and discusses the near-term and longer-term regional outlook.

Rebalancing for high-quality growth: What to expect from China’s new five-year plan

This paper, written by Chaoping Zhu, gives our prospects about China’s upcoming 14th five-year plan. To be approved in October and implemented during 2021 to 2025, this plan will have profound impacts to Chinese economy and financial market.

A commitment to easy money

This paper, written by David Kelly, addresses the FOMC's September meeting announcement.

Introducing our Asia COVID-19 tracker

This paper, written by Ian Hui and Alex Yeo, provides a framework for comparing the policy responses and risks faced by Asian economies from the pandemic.

China’s 2Q GDP and June economic data improve on post-COVID rebound

This paper, written by Marcella Chow and Chaoping Zhu, discusses the rebound in Chinese economic activity and its implications for investors.

Enhance yields with Chinese bonds in the zero interest rate era

This paper, written by Ian Hui and Chaoping Zhu, looks at the attractiveness of the Chinese bond market in the current global environment.

The European Central Bank levels up its stimulus efforts

Today’s actions from the European Central Bank (ECB) were at the upper end of market expectations.

The Fed’s balance sheet: To infinity and beyond

To frame the balance sheet discussion, we consider the impact to real GDP, employment and inflation under each recovery scenario.

The European Central Bank aims to ‘thread the needle’

This paper, written by Jai Malhi, examines the European Central Bank meeting outcome and its investment implications.

Monetary Medicine until the Patient is on the Mend

This paper addresses the FOMC's April meeting announcement.

The Great Glut: A historic supply and demand shock in the oil market

This paper, written by Tillman Galler and Kerry Craig, discusses the latest movements in the oil markets amid the global pandemic and implication for investors.

1Q20 earnings: Virus oddity

This paper, written by David Lebovitz and Tyler Voigt, reviews the 1Q 2020 U.S. earnings results and the significant volatility that has taken place.

Chinese GDP in Recession amid Virus Outbreak

This paper, written by Chaoping Zhu, discussed the performance and outlook of Chinese economy, policies amid the global pandemic and implication for investors.

The COVID-19 Relief Bill-Holding the Economy in Suspended Animation

This paper, written by Dr. David Kelly, reviews the U.S> relief bill and its investment implications.

A COVID-driven spike in claims

This paper, written by David Lebovitz and Meera Pandit, reviews the surge in U.S. initial claims for unemployment and its investment implications.

What is the Fed doing and what does it mean for fixed income?

This paper, written by David Lebovitz, Alex Dryden, and Jack Manley, reviews the latest U.S. Fed increased liquidity actions and its investment implications.

The investment implications of COVID-19: March 17 update

This paper written by Dr. David Kelly updates the latest on the coronavirus impact to global markets.

The investment implications of COVID-19

This paper, written by David Kelly, provides an update on the investment implications of COVID-19.

UK monetary and fiscal stimulus – Unprecedented shock, unprecedented response

This paper, written by Karen Ward, highlights the recent rate cut by the Bank of England and its investment implications.

Cash: it’s what you do with it that matters

This paper, written by David Lebovitz and Tyler Voigt, highlights the short-term and long-term uses of corporate cash investors could take advantage of within their portfolios.

The Investment Implications of the 2020 Election

This paper, written by Dr. David Kelly, Hannah Anderson and Meera Pandit, addresses the upcoming U.S. election and its investment implications.

4Q19 Earnings: Lots of moving parts

This paper, written by David M. Lebovitz and Tyler J. Voigt, reviews 4Q19 U.S. earnings with performance of various sectors and its investment implications.

Cyclical tailwinds vs. secular headwinds in Asia ex-Japan equities

This paper, written by Dr. Jasslyn Yeo, explains why cyclical tailwinds support a positive stance for Asia ex-Japan equities this year, and why persisting secular headwinds mean that the investment case for Asia ex-Japan growth stocks remains strong.

2019 Market Bulletins

Market Strategists provide commentary and analysis on the latest events and their likely impact on the markets and investing.

Tai Hui

Managing Director Chief Market Strategist, Asia Pacific

10 years with J.P. Morgan

22 years in the Industry

Kerry Craig

Executive Director Global Market Strategist

12 years with J.P. Morgan

15 years in the Industry

Marcella Chow

Vice President Global Market Strategist

7 years with J.P. Morgan

14 years in the Industry

Ian Hui

Vice President Global Market Strategist

10 years with J.P. Morgan

17 years in the Industry

Agnes Lin

Executive Director Global Market Strategist

6 years with J.P. Morgan

22 years in the Industry

Shogo Maekawa

Vice President Global Market Strategist

10 years with J.P. Morgan

10 years in the Industry

Chaoping Zhu

Executive Director Global Market Strategist

5 years with J.P. Morgan

14 years in the Industry

Tai Hui

Managing Director Chief Market Strategist, Asia Pacific

Kerry Craig

Executive Director Global Market Strategist

Marcella Chow

Vice President Global Market Strategist

Ian Hui

Vice President Global Market Strategist

Agnes Lin

Executive Director Global Market Strategist

Shogo Maekawa

Vice President Global Market Strategist

Chaoping Zhu

Executive Director Global Market Strategist

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Market Bulletins

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Simplify the complex with Market Insights

Timely Resources

Guide to the Markets

Guide to China

Quarterly Perspectives

Featured Market Insights

The Year Ahead 2022

Asia Insights

On the Minds of Investors

Monthly Market Review

Principles for Successful Long-term Investing

Market Bulletins

Weekly Market Recap

Guide to Alternatives

Guide to the Markets

Solving for income

ESG explained, 7 essentials you need to know

Guide to China

Latest Market Bulletins

Hawkish moves and hawkish guidance

Who will ride out the DM turbulence best?

Understanding U.S. recessions

A commitment to data dependency suggests a less hawkish Fed going forward

The Rocky Road to Normal: A 2022 Mid-Year Review

More hawkish Fed raises recession risks

More tightening and more guidance from the Fed

The Fed loses patience with inflation

Russia-Ukraine Chart Pack

Why Asia ex-Japan Equities Deserve a Second Look – Part II

Why Asia ex-Japan Equities Deserve a Second Look – Part I

The Hiking Roadmap

Higher prices and improving labor participation, support tighter policy

October CPI Report: Inflation still surging

October Jobs Report: Labor market recovery gets back on track

Focus on taper, not rates for now

China’s path to policy normalization

What are the implications of the Brexit deal for the economy and markets?

Northeast and Southeast Asia paving the way to prosperity

Rebalancing for high-quality growth: What to expect from China’s new five-year plan

A commitment to easy money

Introducing our Asia COVID-19 tracker

China’s 2Q GDP and June economic data improve on post-COVID rebound

Enhance yields with Chinese bonds in the zero interest rate era

The European Central Bank levels up its stimulus efforts

The Fed’s balance sheet: To infinity and beyond

The European Central Bank aims to ‘thread the needle’

Monetary Medicine until the Patient is on the Mend

The Great Glut: A historic supply and demand shock in the oil market

1Q20 earnings: Virus oddity

Chinese GDP in Recession amid Virus Outbreak

The COVID-19 Relief Bill-Holding the Economy in Suspended Animation

A COVID-driven spike in claims

What is the Fed doing and what does it mean for fixed income?

The investment implications of COVID-19: March 17 update

The investment implications of COVID-19

UK monetary and fiscal stimulus – Unprecedented shock, unprecedented response

Cash: it’s what you do with it that matters

The Investment Implications of the 2020 Election

4Q19 Earnings: Lots of moving parts

Cyclical tailwinds vs. secular headwinds in Asia ex-Japan equities

2019 Market Bulletins

Tai Hui

Kerry Craig

Marcella Chow

Ian Hui

Agnes Lin

Shogo Maekawa

Chaoping Zhu

Tai Hui

Kerry Craig

Marcella Chow

Ian Hui

Agnes Lin

Shogo Maekawa

Chaoping Zhu

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