Insights Now

Feb 10 2025 104 ep. 20 mins 242

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Listen to the latest insights from Dr. David Kelly, Chief Global Strategist at J.P. Morgan Asset Management, where he sits down with a variety of thought leaders for a conversational breakdown of big ideas, future trends, emerging topics and their investment implications to help inform building stronger investment plans for the long-term.

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Alternative Realities: Institutional strategies in alternative assets

Feb 10 2025 20 mins

Watch the video version on YouTube. 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

Beyond AI: Opportunities in semiconductors

Jan 31 2025 25 mins

Watch the video version on YouTube. U.S. equities have been on a tear in recent years. After climbing 26% in 2023, the S&P 500 finished up 25% on a total return basis in 2024, marking the best two-year stretch for the index since the late 90s. That said, with a select few companies driving the bulk of this rally, markets have become unbalanced, and concentration risk remains a

Alternative Realities: Strategic Investing Amid Uncertainty

Jan 29 2025 18 mins

Watch the video version on YouTube. As the U.S. economy continues its robust growth into 2025, this episode of Alternate Realities delves into the complexities of investing amidst challenges like inflation, interest rate volatility and market concentration. Dr. David Kelly, Chief Global Strategist, is joined by Oksana Aronov, Head of Market Strategy and Alternative Fixed Income, a

Alternative Realities: Exploring alternatives in 2025

Jan 10 2025 29 mins

Watch the video version on YouTube. 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 co

Insights Now 2024 wrapped

Jan 01 2025 16 mins

Watch the video version on YouTube. The end of the year is near, and that means everyone is comparing their Spotify Wrapped and Apple Music Replays, making the case for why their most-listened-to song is the best. We wanted to do something similar for Insights Now. That is why, for our final episode of season 12, we will reflect on some of the most important takeaways from the 23

Alternative Realities: Unlocking the potential of transport assets in modern portfolios

Dec 27 2024 20 mins

Watch the video version on YouTube. In this episode of Alternative Realities, we’re going to explore the transportation sector's resilience amid geopolitical and market disruptions. we'll talk about how transport assets, like ships and planes, have shown stability during events such as the pandemic and geopolitical tensions. The discussion highlights the sector's critical role

The “new 60/40” portfolio

Dec 19 2024 18 mins

Watch the video version on YouTube. 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. Moreover, sustained outperformance in select segments of global financial

Alternative Realities: Navigating the future of infrastructure

Dec 12 2024 14 mins

Watch the video version on YouTube. 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

Alternative Realities: Challenges to triumphs in real estate

Nov 27 2024 12 mins

Watch the video version on YouTube. 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., which has been made worse by past overbuilding, lack of workers and zoning issues. The industrial sector is thriv

Asset allocation in the year ahead

Nov 21 2024 16 mins

Watch the video version on YouTube. 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 th