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“What does it mean for me?” Information is abundant, but a professional view that cuts through the noise can make all the difference. That’s why we share our insights on how important news and trends may impact your life. Like where to find investment opportunities. How to talk to your family about wealth. The latest in personal cybersecurity. And much more. We invite you to explore the best ideas from J.P. Morgan’s world-class economists, strategists and market thinkers.

Investment Strategy

Taper Tantrum II – Bond markets went rogue around the world

Nearly every asset class felt the pain. What does it mean for you and the markets?

  • Jacob Manoukian
  • Thomas Kennedy
Feb 26, 2021
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Fueling the global recovery
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Investment Strategy

Fueling the global recovery

We expect copper and oil to offer attractive opportunities as the world economy continues to gain strength.

  • Craig Cohen
Feb 22, 2021
Happily ever after?
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Family

Happily ever after?

You can have positive, productive conversations about whether pre-nups suit your family’s values and wealth preservation goals.

Feb 22, 2021
Cash isn’t doing you any favors
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Investment Strategy

Cash isn’t doing you any favors

Forces are colliding to send cash rates even lower, so be wary of how much you’re holding.

  • Jacob Manoukian
  • Madison Faller
Feb 19, 2021
Three reasons to invest in alternatives now
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Three reasons to invest in alternatives now

Our latest projections show that alternatives offer potential for above-market returns, protection and diversification.

  • Elyse Ausenbaugh
Feb 19, 2021
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Economy & Markets

Very short stories

Short stories on the global recovery, plummeting COVID infections, Larry Summers & the bond market, SPAC sponsors, renewable…

  • Michael Cembalest
Feb 18, 2021
Go beyond core bonds: Reimagine the 60/40 portfolio
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Investment Strategy

Go beyond core bonds: Reimagine the 60/40 portfolio

Low rates make it challenging to find yield. But there are other ways to maximize the “40” in your portfolio.

  • Thomas Kennedy
Feb 17, 2021
Getting ready to file your U.S. tax return?
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Taxes

Getting ready to file your U.S. tax return?

Act now—and you may be able to lighten both your 2020 and 2021 tax bills.

  • Amanda Lott
Feb 17, 2021
Where will you call “home” when filing your taxes?
Where will you call “home” when filing your taxes?
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Taxes

Where will you call “home” when filing your taxes?

You may be able to reduce your tax bill if you fled the pandemic to a different state.

  • Amanda Lott
Feb 17, 2021
Explore the upside to low interest rates
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Goals-Based Planning

Explore the upside to low interest rates

Key advantages may be found in these areas: wealth transfer, lending and investing.

  • Amanda Lott
Feb 17, 2021
How to talk about family wealth with your children
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Family

How to talk about family wealth with your children

It may be easier, and more productive, than you think. See our quick guide to conversations about family resources.

Feb 17, 2021
Alternatives are becoming essential for reaching your goals
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Alternatives are becoming essential for reaching your goals

Traditional markets alone can no longer provide investors with the return, income and diversification most seek.

Feb 16, 2021
Is your portfolio primed to uncover 2021’s opportunities?
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Investment Strategy

Is your portfolio primed to uncover 2021’s opportunities?

Three themes can help guide—and potentially enhance—your investment strategy this year.

  • Jacob Manoukian
Feb 16, 2021
Big government, runaway inflation and a market bubble?
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Investment Strategy

Big government, runaway inflation and a market bubble?

Not so fast. We dispel the three biggest concerns on investors’ minds.

  • Jacob Manoukian
  • Elyse Ausenbaugh
Feb 12, 2021
We have made it easier to access your tax documents
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Taxes

We have made it easier to access your tax documents

Visit the J.P. Morgan Online Tax Center.

Feb 12, 2021
J.P. Morgan Private Bank dominates Euromoney’s 2021 rankings
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Company News

J.P. Morgan Private Bank dominates Euromoney’s 2021 rankings

Prestigious annual survey recognizes J.P. Morgan Private Bank’s extraordinary service in a challenging year.

Feb 10, 2021
Protecting yourself online this Chinese New Year
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Cybersecurity

Protecting yourself online this Chinese New Year

In the lead-up to Chinese New Year 2021, we’ve prepared this quick guide to protecting yourself and your loved ones from online…

Feb 09, 2021
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Economy & Markets

Hydraulic Spacking

In this month’s note, we look at the SPAC capital raising boom and Biden’s early stage energy policies.

  • Michael Cembalest
Feb 08, 2021
COVID-19 numbers continue to improve as vaccines roll out
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Investment Strategy

COVID-19 numbers continue to improve as vaccines roll out

Here’s our take on the impact of the vaccines and where the recovery seems to be heading.

  • Jacob Manoukian
Feb 05, 2021
Estate planning in a low interest rate environment
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Trusts & Estates

Estate planning in a low interest rate environment

Consider estate planning opportunities now, while rates are low

Feb 04, 2021
The Amazon rainforest and you
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Sustainable Investing

The Amazon rainforest and you

While you may not know it, the health of the Amazon rainforest impacts you and your family.

  • Jean Sung
Feb 03, 2021
2021: The year of the underdog and cyclical tailwinds
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2021: The year of the underdog and cyclical tailwinds

With the strengthening of the global economic rebound underway, we invite you to explore our insights into what may be in stor…

  • Anthony Werley
Feb 02, 2021
GameStop goes viral
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Investment Strategy

GameStop goes viral

Our take on the short squeeze, and what it means for your investments

  • Jacob Manoukian
  • Elyse Ausenbaugh
Jan 29, 2021
Finding opportunities in Asia’s green leadership
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Investment Strategy

Finding opportunities in Asia’s green leadership

Globally, green investment opportunities have been on the rise. So which countries in Asia are leading the change, and what are…

  • Raymond Cheng
  • Anne Zhang
Jan 28, 2021
Building a Business with Innovation, Technology and ESG…
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Philanthropy

Building a Business with Innovation, Technology and ESG…

Juliana Lam, Founder and President of InnoTier and Chairman of Julius Group, shares her insights into social entrepreneurialism…

  • Jean Sung
Jan 27, 2021
How much cash is too much?
How much cash is too much?
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Investment Strategy

How much cash is too much?

Holding cash or cash equivalents in your portfolio is not necessarily a bad thing, but too much or too little can put your…

Jan 27, 2021
Why do we believe 2021 is different for emerging markets?
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Investment Strategy

Why do we believe 2021 is different for emerging markets?

Investors who have bet on emerging markets to outperform have often been disappointed—here’s what has changed.

  • Elyse Ausenbaugh
  • Madison Faller
Jan 22, 2021
Make your 2021 a financial success
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Goals-Based Planning

Make your 2021 a financial success

10 resolutions you’ll want—and be able—to keep this year.

Jan 21, 2021
To protect your identity—freeze your credit now
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Cybersecurity

To protect your identity—freeze your credit now

It’s a simple but strong shield against identity thieves.

Jan 20, 2021
What do President Biden’s priorities mean for you?
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Investment Strategy

What do President Biden’s priorities mean for you?

Here’s what we expect for your taxes and investments

  • Elyse Ausenbaugh
Jan 20, 2021
The People’s Vaccine? Philanthropy and the…
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Philanthropy

The People’s Vaccine? Philanthropy and the…

When the scale of the challenge presented by COVID-19 was established, Professor Adrian Hill’s team scrambled to create the…

  • Jean Sung
Jan 19, 2021
Do you think of your art collection as a financial asset?
Do you think of your art collection as a financial asset?
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Art

Do you think of your art collection as a financial asset?

Especially in uncertain times, it’s important to take a clear-eyed view of your artwork as a source of financial flexibility an…

Jan 19, 2021
Was 2020 a turning point for Emerging Markets?
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Investment Strategy

Was 2020 a turning point for Emerging Markets?

We like EM in 2021 given expectations of a global cyclical recovery, a weaker dollar, improving trade, and higher commodity…

  • Alex Wolf
  • Julia Wang
  • Yuxuan Tang
Jan 19, 2021
Our top trade idea for 2021? Emerging market equities.
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Investment Strategy

Our top trade idea for 2021? Emerging market equities.

This investment opportunity has the potential to produce above-market returns as the economy heals.

  • Jacob Manoukian
Jan 19, 2021
Fear of Flying
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Economy & Markets

Fear of Flying

Equity markets are flying. So is COVID. So are corporate reactions to Congressional objectors.

  • Michael Cembalest
Jan 19, 2021
Education inequality starts with girls
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Philanthropy

Education inequality starts with girls

How has the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the education of women and girls?

  • Jean Sung
Jan 14, 2021
Our outlook has clients asking these questions
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Investment Strategy

Our outlook has clients asking these questions

After a strong run for markets, where are we seeing opportunities now?

  • Jacob Manoukian
  • Madison Faller
Jan 15, 2021
J.P. Morgan is named 2021’s “World’s Best Private Bank”
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Company News

J.P. Morgan is named 2021’s “World’s Best Private Bank”

J.P. Morgan is named 2021’s “Best Private Bank in the World” and “Best Private Bank in North America” by Global Finance magazine.

Jan 08, 2021
Markets embrace the optimism, and some early thoughts on…
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Investment Strategy

Markets embrace the optimism, and some early thoughts on…

We don’t think you need to plan for changes to the tax code, yet

  • Jacob Manoukian
  • Amanda Lott
Jan 08, 2021
Have the Georgia run-off elections challenged our 2021…
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Investment Strategy

Have the Georgia run-off elections challenged our 2021…

A thin blue wave has materialized. What does it mean for your portfolio?

  • Andrew Goldberg
  • Jacob Manoukian
Jan 07, 2021
Eye on the Market Outlook 2021
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Economy & Markets

Eye on the Market Outlook 2021

Our views on what will drive markets and the economy in 2021, as well as the challenges we face that stimulus and vaccines can’…

  • Michael Cembalest
Jan 01, 2021
Is your portfolio ready for the coming year?
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Investment Strategy

Is your portfolio ready for the coming year?

After an extraordinary, highly disruptive 2020, there are a number of positive signs on the horizon.

  • Alex Wolf
Dec 29, 2020
2020’s most notable market events, Part II
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Investment Strategy

2020’s most notable market events, Part II

With two weeks to go until year-end, we reflect on the second half of this unprecedented year.

  • Craig Cohen
Dec 18, 2020
Clean Energy: Investment Opportunities
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Investment Strategy

Clean Energy: Investment Opportunities

The clean energy space is currently facing strong tailwinds. Where can we find immediate and long-term opportunities?

Dec 17, 2020
Options for social impact: What works for you?
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Philanthropy

Options for social impact: What works for you?

Explore the various ways you might put your family balance sheet to work for the greater good.

Dec 16, 2020
We’re optimistic about the coming year. Here’s why.
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Investment Strategy

We’re optimistic about the coming year. Here’s why.

In our Outlook 2021, we put risks into perspective and look at the opportunities.

Dec 15, 2020
How to host meaningful and productive family meetings…
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Family

How to host meaningful and productive family meetings…

Your guide to hosting a productive family meeting—even if the pandemic means your get-together has to be virtual.

Dec 15, 2020
What would a path for a more positive U.S.-China…
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Investment Strategy

What would a path for a more positive U.S.-China…

Can the two sides come to some kind of mutual understanding - and ‘lower the heat’?

  • Alex Wolf
Dec 11, 2020
2020’s most notable market events, Part I
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Investment Strategy

2020’s most notable market events, Part I

We look back at the moments that defined markets in this unforgettable year.

  • Elyse Ausenbaugh
  • Madison Faller
  • Craig Cohen
Dec 11, 2020
Investing with heart
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Philanthropy

Investing with heart

Inspiration to create positive change can come from anywhere.

  • Jean Sung
Dec 10, 2020
Key takeaways from our Outlook 2021
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Investment Strategy

Key takeaways from our Outlook 2021

Our leading thoughts going into the new year are here. Find out what you need to know.

Dec 04, 2020
Are recent Chinese bond defaults a sign of more policy…
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Economy & Markets

Are recent Chinese bond defaults a sign of more policy…

The defaults represent idiosyncratic credit events, rather than a sign of systematic and aggressive tightening. We believe Chin…

  • Alex Wolf
  • Julia Wang
  • Yuxuan Tang
  • Anne Zhang
Nov 30, 2020
An insider’s guide to the Covid vaccine
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Philanthropy

An insider’s guide to the Covid vaccine

In recent weeks, news of successful clinical trials for potential vaccines has given hope, and with that, further questions…

  • Jean Sung
Nov 27, 2020
Fresh tailwinds for China’s growth and RMB outlook in 2021
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Economy & Markets

Fresh tailwinds for China’s growth and RMB outlook in 2021

We see three recent developments as supportive of China’s growth and its interest-rate premium over other major economies, whic…

  • Alex Wolf
  • Julia Wang
Nov 27, 2020
RCEP and Asia's Win for Trade Liberalization
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Investment Strategy

RCEP and Asia's Win for Trade Liberalization

So which countries and which sectors will benefit the most from this massive new partnership?

  • Alex Wolf
Nov 27, 2020
Empowering Women at J.P. Morgan Private Bank
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Goals-Based Planning

Empowering Women at J.P. Morgan Private Bank

The COVID-19 pandemic is not just a health issue – it’s highlighted the structural inequalities in society, which includes the…

Nov 24, 2020
Leverage and the role of cash in portfolios
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Investment Strategy

Leverage and the role of cash in portfolios

Recent history reminds us why it may be beneficial to stay invested when the going gets tough and leverage can still be a usefu…

  • Stewart Edginton
Nov 24, 2020
Who will benefit the most from the RCEP?
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Economy & Markets

Who will benefit the most from the RCEP?

The deal will help to sustain regional trade and economic growth, and signals a move towards a more China-centric trade order i…

  • Alex Wolf
  • Julia Wang
  • Yuxuan Tang
Nov 23, 2020
From idea to action: the new DNA of the investment process.
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Sustainable Investing

From idea to action: the new DNA of the investment process.

Our Sustainable Investing Summit and Roundtable series explored how a sustainable approach can help mitigate investment risk,…

Nov 23, 2020
Now that U.S. election results are in, what is your next…
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Policy & Law

Now that U.S. election results are in, what is your next…

Clients are asking us about the potential impact on their planning and investments. Here’s what we’re saying.

  • Elyse Ausenbaugh
  • Amanda Lott
Nov 18, 2020
Why we like investing in the United States more than…
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Investment Strategy

Why we like investing in the United States more than…

The U.S. economy is better able to adapt to the pandemic than the E.U.

  • Joe Seydl
Nov 18, 2020
Market Thoughts: Positioning portfolios for changes in…
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Economy & Markets

Market Thoughts: Positioning portfolios for changes in…

It’s generally foolhardy to position a portfolio for an election. What we look for are the policy consequences of the election.

  • Richard Madigan
Nov 18, 2020
May your virtual holidays be happy—and safe
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Cybersecurity

May your virtual holidays be happy—and safe

This year not only your shopping but also your family get togethers may be online. Here’s how to keep cybercriminals from…

Nov 18, 2020
U.S. taxes: It’s time to act
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Taxes

U.S. taxes: It’s time to act

Make the most of your 2020 year-end planning. Here’s how.

Nov 18, 2020
Understanding an extraordinary election
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Investment Strategy

Understanding an extraordinary election

2020 has been a tough year for investors. Equity markets staged one of the sharpest sell offs and subsequent recoveries in…

  • Alex Wolf
Nov 06, 2020
U.S. elections are still ongoing
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Investment Strategy

U.S. elections are still ongoing

The outcome may yield a “low and slow” growth backdrop—but is that a bad thing?

  • Andrew Goldberg
  • Elyse Ausenbaugh
Nov 06, 2020
Is too much cash dragging down your portfolio?
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Investment Strategy

Is too much cash dragging down your portfolio?

2020 has been a tough year for investors. Equity markets staged one of the sharpest sell offs and subsequent recoveries in…

  • Alex Wolf
Oct 31, 2020
What do the U.S. Elections mean for Asia?
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Economy & Markets

What do the U.S. Elections mean for Asia?

A more predictable relationship between the US and China will help to further support Chinese assets, as well as sentiment on…

  • Alex Wolf
  • Julia Wang
  • Yuxuan Tang
Oct 30, 2020
How Private Clients view their luxury real-estate…
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Lending

How Private Clients view their luxury real-estate…

COVID-19 has accelerated changes across many industries and housing is certainly one of them.

  • Sarah-Jane McFarlane
Oct 30, 2020
Your currency portfolio may be at risk
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Investment Strategy

Your currency portfolio may be at risk

Our cutting-edge optimization tool has proven its ability to reduce risk and enhance returns when market conditions are…

  • Samuel Zief
Oct 29, 2020
Cash holdings are on the rise. How can you reduce the dra…
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Investment Strategy

Cash holdings are on the rise. How can you reduce the dra…

Even in the midst of a tumultuous 2020, holding cash creates a significant drag on overall portfolio returns.

  • Alex Wolf
  • Julia Wang
  • Yuxuan Tang
Oct 21, 2020
Durable recovery champions
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Investment Strategy

Durable recovery champions

Government measures to stimulate economic growth are creating exciting investment opportunities in clean energy, mobility and…

  • Grace Peters
Oct 21, 2020
As cyberattacks surge, protect yourself online
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Cybersecurity

As cyberattacks surge, protect yourself online

Following a rise in cyberattacks since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, there’s never been a better time to make sure you’re…

  • Ileana van der Linde
Oct 20, 2020
Why family governance matters
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Family

Why family governance matters

Against this challenging backdrop, it’s never been more important to clarify the purpose of your family office or family business.

  • Maya Prabhu
Oct 20, 2020
Insights from Oxford University: Turning to Nature at a…
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Philanthropy

Insights from Oxford University: Turning to Nature at a…

Nature is “perhaps our greatest ally in a rapidly changing world.”

  • Jean Sung
Oct 19, 2020
What does 'Golden Week' 2020 tell us about the Chinese…
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Investment Strategy

What does 'Golden Week' 2020 tell us about the Chinese…

Earlier this month, China’s National Day ‘Golden Week’ saw hundreds of millions of travelers move across the country–and in so…

  • Julia Wang
Oct 16, 2020
Ransomware is on the rise. Are you ready?
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Cybersecurity

Ransomware is on the rise. Are you ready?

Cybercriminals are taking advantage these uncertain time. Take these steps to avoid being the next victim.

Oct 14, 2020
Markets spot a Blue Wave
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Policy & Law

Markets spot a Blue Wave

Investors are betting the Democrats will sweep into power. The investment implications may be more positive than some fear.

  • Elyse Ausenbaugh
Oct 14, 2020
Stocks and bonds are up at the same time. But it likely…
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Investment Strategy

Stocks and bonds are up at the same time. But it likely…

When inflation expectations heat up again, portfolios could be overexposed.

  • Thomas Kennedy
  • Samuel Zief
Oct 14, 2020
The U.S. housing market is suddenly booming
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Lending

The U.S. housing market is suddenly booming

But the pandemic plus work-from-home are creating winners and losers—for now. Home buyers: Proceed with care.

  • Joe Seydl
Oct 14, 2020
Retirement: How to make it one of the happiest times of…
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Goals-Based Planning

Retirement: How to make it one of the happiest times of…

A little planning works wonders. Here are a few simple steps you can take right now.

  • Amanda Lott
Oct 13, 2020
China's consumption comeback
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Economy & Markets

China's consumption comeback

A strong Golden Week suggests less reason to worry about “lasting damage”

  • Alex Wolf
  • Julia Wang
  • Yuxuan Tang
Oct 12, 2020
Euromoney awards J.P. Morgan the “World’s Best Bank 2020”
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Company News

Euromoney awards J.P. Morgan the “World’s Best Bank 2020”

Find out why—and what that means for clients of the Private Bank.

Oct 09, 2020
Could your currency portfolio be hit by unforeseen risks?
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Investment Strategy

Could your currency portfolio be hit by unforeseen risks?

Using a cutting-edge analytical tool, we’re making sure your portfolio adapts to ongoing fluctuations in the foreign exchange…

  • Samuel Zief
Oct 06, 2020
Preventing fraud and identity theft
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Cybersecurity

Preventing fraud and identity theft

The topic of fraud and identity theft can be daunting, and after any data breach, there are several questions that tend to be…

Oct 05, 2020
Election 2020 - Praying for Time
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Economy & Markets

Election 2020 - Praying for Time

The election as referendum on America: how well does the “system” work, and for whom?

  • Michael Cembalest
Oct 01, 2020
Will the “Golden Week” boost China’s consumption recovery?
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Economy & Markets

Will the “Golden Week” boost China’s consumption recovery?

China’s National Day holiday (or the October ‘Golden Week’, as it’s often called) is around the corner. The tourism sector is…

  • Julia Wang
  • Yuxuan Tang
Sep 28, 2020
China’s growing share of global trade
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Investment Strategy

China’s growing share of global trade

Why are Chinese exports so strong during this period – and what could this mean for your portfolio?

  • Alex Wolf
  • Julia Wang
Sep 25, 2020
How should you diversify your overweight US Dollar exposure?
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Economy & Markets

How should you diversify your overweight US Dollar exposure?

With the U.S. dollar at risk of weakening further over the coming years, and many investors “over-exposed” to the dollar…

  • Samuel Zief
  • Adam Margolis
Sep 25, 2020
3 observations about the stock selloff
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Investment Strategy

3 observations about the stock selloff

Stocks are sliding in September. What’s behind the selloff?

  • Jacob Manoukian
  • Joe Warsh
Sep 25, 2020
Solving the Climate Crisis: 4 Tips from Seasoned…
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Solving the Climate Crisis: 4 Tips from Seasoned…

The climate crisis touches all of our lives. An overheating planet will have a devastating and lasting effect on all of us.…

  • Sheryl Fofaria
Sep 22, 2020
A new era in Japan
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Economy & Markets

A new era in Japan

How policies might evolve in the Suga era, the challenges the next government is facing, and what it means for investors

  • Alex Wolf
  • Julia Wang
  • Yuxuan Tang
Sep 21, 2020
Dreams within reach: The Future of Mobility
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Technology

Dreams within reach: The Future of Mobility

Let J.P. Morgan Private Bank take you on a journey to the Future of Mobility. From fully electric cars to supersonic jets,…

Sep 18, 2020
It’s a new age of clean energy
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Sustainable Investing

It’s a new age of clean energy

For investors, that means a wealth of opportunities as government push and good economics pull us into a renewable future.

  • Anastasia Amoroso
Sep 17, 2020
What if U.S. election results are uncertain?
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Policy & Law

What if U.S. election results are uncertain?

Our four-step plan to help investors prepare now—just in case.

  • Elyse Ausenbaugh
  • Jeff Greenberg
Sep 16, 2020
Selling a business? Give buyers what they need to up the…
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Business Owners

Selling a business? Give buyers what they need to up the…

Buyers are willing to pay more for targets– if there are cost and revenue synergies they can leverage.

Sep 16, 2020
Fall’s planning essentials: Close out your 2020 wisely
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Goals-Based Planning

Fall’s planning essentials: Close out your 2020 wisely

It’s been a challenging year. Three tips to help you make sure your finances are in good order before 2021 starts.

  • Jeanne Sun
Sep 16, 2020
The surprising strength of the U.S. economy
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The surprising strength of the U.S. economy

With huge stimulus support and capital reallocation across sectors, a resilient U.S. economy is becoming more dynamic.

  • Thomas Kennedy
  • Joe Seydl
  • Jeff Greenberg
Sep 15, 2020
Investing in Asia’s sustainable future
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Investment Strategy

Investing in Asia’s sustainable future

As Asia’s investment landscape begins to place more emphasis on sustainability, we examine some of the key trends and…

  • Ilaria Calabresi
  • Diana Robinson
Sep 14, 2020
China’s recovery and what it means for the RMB
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Economy & Markets

China’s recovery and what it means for the RMB

One of the key trends that is emerging amid the global recovery is the increasingly dominant role that China is playing in…

  • Alex Wolf
  • Julia Wang
Sep 14, 2020
Your kids live online—show them how to manage money there
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Banking

Your kids live online—show them how to manage money there

Setting up a joint bank account with your Gen Zers can help you teach them to budget, save and spend wisely.

Sep 14, 2020
Case study: Giving children skills to manage wealth
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Goals-Based Planning

Case study: Giving children skills to manage wealth

Here’s how one couple told their daughters about family wealth, while offering the support they’d need to manage money.

Sep 08, 2020
How much cash is too much cash?
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Investment Strategy

How much cash is too much cash?

We recommend a four-step framework to define the optimal amount for your "liquidity bucket.”

  • Amanda Lott
Sep 08, 2020
The Needle and the Damage Done
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The Needle and the Damage Done

The long-term fiscal and monetary cost of the US recovery as the world waits for a vaccine; Biden agenda on taxes/spending; Tec…

  • Michael Cembalest
Sep 08, 2020
Focused on opportunities: Why invest in Chinese Governmen…
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Economy & Markets

Focused on opportunities: Why invest in Chinese Governmen…

China’s Central Government Bonds (CGBs) make a compelling investment right now.

  • Alex Wolf
  • Julia Wang
Sep 07, 2020
How can investors navigate U.S.-China tensions?
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Economy & Markets

How can investors navigate U.S.-China tensions?

The tech war escalation is leaving investors wondering about the potential economic and market impacts. We’ve pointed out in…

  • Alex Wolf
  • Julia Wang
  • Yuxuan Tang
Aug 31, 2020

Investment Strategy

Go beyond core bonds: Reimagine the 60/40 portfolio

Low rates make it challenging to find yield. But there are other ways to maximize the “40” in your portfolio.

  • Thomas Kennedy
Feb 17, 2021
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Investment themes and megatrends driving future growth
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Investment Strategy

Investment themes and megatrends driving future growth

Where is there growth today? Consider the investment megatrends of tomorrow.

  • Anastasia Amoroso
Taper Tantrum II – Bond markets went rogue around the world
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Investment Strategy

Taper Tantrum II – Bond markets went rogue around the world

Nearly every asset class felt the pain. What does it mean for you and the markets?

  • Jacob Manoukian
  • Thomas Kennedy
Feb 26, 2021
Fueling the global recovery
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Investment Strategy

Fueling the global recovery

We expect copper and oil to offer attractive opportunities as the world economy continues to gain strength.

  • Craig Cohen
Feb 22, 2021
Infrastructure: Will you help build the future?
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Infrastructure: Will you help build the future?

Private investors are increasingly necessary—and finding opportunities—as the world races to develop digital infrastructure and…

  • Anastasia Amoroso
Feb 19, 2021
Cash isn’t doing you any favors
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Investment Strategy

Cash isn’t doing you any favors

Forces are colliding to send cash rates even lower, so be wary of how much you’re holding.

  • Jacob Manoukian
  • Madison Faller
Feb 19, 2021
Three reasons to invest in alternatives now
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Three reasons to invest in alternatives now

Our latest projections show that alternatives offer potential for above-market returns, protection and diversification.

  • Elyse Ausenbaugh
Feb 19, 2021
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Very short stories

Short stories on the global recovery, plummeting COVID infections, Larry Summers & the bond market, SPAC sponsors, renewable…

  • Michael Cembalest
Feb 18, 2021
Explore the upside to low interest rates
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Goals-Based Planning

Explore the upside to low interest rates

Key advantages may be found in these areas: wealth transfer, lending and investing.

  • Amanda Lott
Feb 17, 2021
Alternatives are becoming essential for reaching your goals
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Alternatives are becoming essential for reaching your goals

Traditional markets alone can no longer provide investors with the return, income and diversification most seek.

Feb 16, 2021
Is your portfolio primed to uncover 2021’s opportunities?
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Investment Strategy

Is your portfolio primed to uncover 2021’s opportunities?

Three themes can help guide—and potentially enhance—your investment strategy this year.

  • Jacob Manoukian
Feb 16, 2021
Big government, runaway inflation and a market bubble?
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Investment Strategy

Big government, runaway inflation and a market bubble?

Not so fast. We dispel the three biggest concerns on investors’ minds.

  • Jacob Manoukian
  • Elyse Ausenbaugh
Feb 12, 2021
Hydraulic Spacking
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Hydraulic Spacking

In this month’s note, we look at the SPAC capital raising boom and Biden’s early stage energy policies.

  • Michael Cembalest
Feb 08, 2021
COVID-19 numbers continue to improve as vaccines roll out
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Investment Strategy

COVID-19 numbers continue to improve as vaccines roll out

Here’s our take on the impact of the vaccines and where the recovery seems to be heading.

  • Jacob Manoukian
Feb 05, 2021
2021: The year of the underdog and cyclical tailwinds
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2021: The year of the underdog and cyclical tailwinds

With the strengthening of the global economic rebound underway, we invite you to explore our insights into what may be in stor…

  • Anthony Werley
Feb 02, 2021
GameStop goes viral
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Investment Strategy

GameStop goes viral

Our take on the short squeeze, and what it means for your investments

  • Jacob Manoukian
  • Elyse Ausenbaugh
Jan 29, 2021
Finding opportunities in Asia’s green leadership
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Finding opportunities in Asia’s green leadership

Globally, green investment opportunities have been on the rise. So which countries in Asia are leading the change, and what are…

  • Raymond Cheng
  • Anne Zhang
Jan 28, 2021
How much cash is too much?
How much cash is too much?
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Investment Strategy

How much cash is too much?

Holding cash or cash equivalents in your portfolio is not necessarily a bad thing, but too much or too little can put your…

Jan 27, 2021
Why do we believe 2021 is different for emerging markets?
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Investment Strategy

Why do we believe 2021 is different for emerging markets?

Investors who have bet on emerging markets to outperform have often been disappointed—here’s what has changed.

  • Elyse Ausenbaugh
  • Madison Faller
Jan 22, 2021
What do President Biden’s priorities mean for you?
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Investment Strategy

What do President Biden’s priorities mean for you?

Here’s what we expect for your taxes and investments

  • Elyse Ausenbaugh
Jan 20, 2021
Was 2020 a turning point for Emerging Markets?
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Was 2020 a turning point for Emerging Markets?

We like EM in 2021 given expectations of a global cyclical recovery, a weaker dollar, improving trade, and higher commodity…

  • Alex Wolf
  • Julia Wang
  • Yuxuan Tang
Jan 19, 2021
Our top trade idea for 2021? Emerging market equities.
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Investment Strategy

Our top trade idea for 2021? Emerging market equities.

This investment opportunity has the potential to produce above-market returns as the economy heals.

  • Jacob Manoukian
Jan 19, 2021
Fear of Flying
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Fear of Flying

Equity markets are flying. So is COVID. So are corporate reactions to Congressional objectors.

  • Michael Cembalest
Jan 19, 2021
Our outlook has clients asking these questions
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Investment Strategy

Our outlook has clients asking these questions

After a strong run for markets, where are we seeing opportunities now?

  • Jacob Manoukian
  • Madison Faller
Jan 15, 2021
Markets embrace the optimism, and some early thoughts on…
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Investment Strategy

Markets embrace the optimism, and some early thoughts on…

We don’t think you need to plan for changes to the tax code, yet

  • Jacob Manoukian
  • Amanda Lott
Jan 08, 2021
Have the Georgia run-off elections challenged our 2021…
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Investment Strategy

Have the Georgia run-off elections challenged our 2021…

A thin blue wave has materialized. What does it mean for your portfolio?

  • Andrew Goldberg
  • Jacob Manoukian
Jan 07, 2021
Eye on the Market Outlook 2021
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Eye on the Market Outlook 2021

Our views on what will drive markets and the economy in 2021, as well as the challenges we face that stimulus and vaccines can’…

  • Michael Cembalest
Jan 01, 2021
Is your portfolio ready for the coming year?
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Investment Strategy

Is your portfolio ready for the coming year?

After an extraordinary, highly disruptive 2020, there are a number of positive signs on the horizon.

  • Alex Wolf
Dec 29, 2020
2020’s most notable market events, Part II
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Investment Strategy

2020’s most notable market events, Part II

With two weeks to go until year-end, we reflect on the second half of this unprecedented year.

  • Craig Cohen
Dec 18, 2020
Clean Energy: Investment Opportunities
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Clean Energy: Investment Opportunities

The clean energy space is currently facing strong tailwinds. Where can we find immediate and long-term opportunities?

Dec 17, 2020
Options for social impact: What works for you?
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Philanthropy

Options for social impact: What works for you?

Explore the various ways you might put your family balance sheet to work for the greater good.

Dec 16, 2020
We’re optimistic about the coming year. Here’s why.
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Investment Strategy

We’re optimistic about the coming year. Here’s why.

In our Outlook 2021, we put risks into perspective and look at the opportunities.

Dec 15, 2020
Holiday Eye on the Market: The Winter of Our Discontent
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Economy & Markets

Holiday Eye on the Market: The Winter of Our Discontent

The belief in election illegitimacy is spreading faster than COVID. With field reporting from Alexander Fleming, Rutherford B…

  • Michael Cembalest
Dec 15, 2020
What would a path for a more positive U.S.-China…
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Investment Strategy

What would a path for a more positive U.S.-China…

Can the two sides come to some kind of mutual understanding - and ‘lower the heat’?

  • Alex Wolf
Dec 11, 2020
2020’s most notable market events, Part I
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Investment Strategy

2020’s most notable market events, Part I

We look back at the moments that defined markets in this unforgettable year.

  • Elyse Ausenbaugh
  • Madison Faller
  • Craig Cohen
Dec 11, 2020
Key takeaways from our Outlook 2021
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Investment Strategy

Key takeaways from our Outlook 2021

Our leading thoughts going into the new year are here. Find out what you need to know.

Dec 04, 2020
Outlook 2021
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Investment Strategy

Outlook 2021

Five big forces could shape the global economic recovery – and your portfolio.

Dec 03, 2020
Are recent Chinese bond defaults a sign of more policy…
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Are recent Chinese bond defaults a sign of more policy…

The defaults represent idiosyncratic credit events, rather than a sign of systematic and aggressive tightening. We believe Chin…

  • Alex Wolf
  • Julia Wang
  • Yuxuan Tang
  • Anne Zhang
Nov 30, 2020
Fresh tailwinds for China’s growth and RMB outlook in 2021
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Fresh tailwinds for China’s growth and RMB outlook in 2021

We see three recent developments as supportive of China’s growth and its interest-rate premium over other major economies, whic…

  • Alex Wolf
  • Julia Wang
Nov 27, 2020
RCEP and Asia's Win for Trade Liberalization
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Investment Strategy

RCEP and Asia's Win for Trade Liberalization

So which countries and which sectors will benefit the most from this massive new partnership?

  • Alex Wolf
Nov 27, 2020
Leverage and the role of cash in portfolios
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Leverage and the role of cash in portfolios

Recent history reminds us why it may be beneficial to stay invested when the going gets tough and leverage can still be a usefu…

  • Stewart Edginton
Nov 24, 2020
From idea to action: the new DNA of the investment process.
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Sustainable Investing

From idea to action: the new DNA of the investment process.

Our Sustainable Investing Summit and Roundtable series explored how a sustainable approach can help mitigate investment risk,…

Nov 23, 2020
The Armageddonists, Revisited
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Economy & Markets

The Armageddonists, Revisited

The Armageddonists were not rescued from underperformance purgatory by COVID, and markets are at all-time highs again with…

  • Michael Cembalest
Nov 19, 2020
Why we like investing in the United States more than…
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Investment Strategy

Why we like investing in the United States more than…

The U.S. economy is better able to adapt to the pandemic than the E.U.

  • Joe Seydl
Nov 18, 2020
Market Thoughts: Positioning portfolios for changes in…
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Economy & Markets

Market Thoughts: Positioning portfolios for changes in…

It’s generally foolhardy to position a portfolio for an election. What we look for are the policy consequences of the election.

  • Richard Madigan
Nov 18, 2020
Quiet Flows the Don
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Quiet Flows the Don

For the first time in 100 years, a challenger unseated an incumbent President at a time of strong economic and market tailwinds.

  • Michael Cembalest
Nov 09, 2020
Understanding an extraordinary election
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Investment Strategy

Understanding an extraordinary election

2020 has been a tough year for investors. Equity markets staged one of the sharpest sell offs and subsequent recoveries in…

  • Alex Wolf
Nov 06, 2020
U.S. elections are still ongoing
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Investment Strategy

U.S. elections are still ongoing

The outcome may yield a “low and slow” growth backdrop—but is that a bad thing?

  • Andrew Goldberg
  • Elyse Ausenbaugh
Nov 06, 2020
Special EOTM Election update: Pennsylvania, absentee…
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Economy & Markets

Special EOTM Election update: Pennsylvania, absentee…

During the President’s speech on Thursday, he made it clear that the next step in the process will be a wave of GOP litigation…

  • Michael Cembalest
Nov 06, 2020
Court Marshall: Election aftermath and implications
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Economy & Markets

Court Marshall: Election aftermath and implications

As the election outcome increasingly looks like a split decision (President Biden with a GOP Senate), we’re preparing for…

  • Michael Cembalest
Nov 04, 2020
Is too much cash dragging down your portfolio?
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Investment Strategy

Is too much cash dragging down your portfolio?

2020 has been a tough year for investors. Equity markets staged one of the sharpest sell offs and subsequent recoveries in…

  • Alex Wolf
Oct 31, 2020
How Private Clients view their luxury real-estate…
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Lending

How Private Clients view their luxury real-estate…

COVID-19 has accelerated changes across many industries and housing is certainly one of them.

  • Sarah-Jane McFarlane
Oct 30, 2020
What do the U.S. Elections mean for Asia?
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What do the U.S. Elections mean for Asia?

A more predictable relationship between the US and China will help to further support Chinese assets, as well as sentiment on…

  • Alex Wolf
  • Julia Wang
  • Yuxuan Tang
Oct 30, 2020
Your currency portfolio may be at risk
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Investment Strategy

Your currency portfolio may be at risk

Our cutting-edge optimization tool has proven its ability to reduce risk and enhance returns when market conditions are…

  • Samuel Zief
Oct 29, 2020
The United States vs Google, and Europe vs COVID
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Economy & Markets

The United States vs Google, and Europe vs COVID

We’ve all been focused on the election recently, but there are other topics worth covering since they will affect markets…

  • Michael Cembalest
Oct 23, 2020
Cash holdings are on the rise. How can you reduce the dra…
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Investment Strategy

Cash holdings are on the rise. How can you reduce the dra…

Even in the midst of a tumultuous 2020, holding cash creates a significant drag on overall portfolio returns.

  • Alex Wolf
  • Julia Wang
  • Yuxuan Tang
Oct 21, 2020
Durable recovery champions
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Durable recovery champions

Government measures to stimulate economic growth are creating exciting investment opportunities in clean energy, mobility and…

  • Grace Peters
Oct 21, 2020
What does 'Golden Week' 2020 tell us about the Chinese…
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Investment Strategy

What does 'Golden Week' 2020 tell us about the Chinese…

Earlier this month, China’s National Day ‘Golden Week’ saw hundreds of millions of travelers move across the country–and in so…

  • Julia Wang
Oct 16, 2020
Markets spot a Blue Wave
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Policy & Law

Markets spot a Blue Wave

Investors are betting the Democrats will sweep into power. The investment implications may be more positive than some fear.

  • Elyse Ausenbaugh
Oct 14, 2020
Stocks and bonds are up at the same time. But it likely…
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Investment Strategy

Stocks and bonds are up at the same time. But it likely…

When inflation expectations heat up again, portfolios could be overexposed.

  • Thomas Kennedy
  • Samuel Zief
Oct 14, 2020
Buckle Up!
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Buckle Up!

Pre-election processing of absentee ballots; a COVID Rorschach test; Trump and Biden deficit explosions; Equity market impacts.

  • Michael Cembalest
Oct 13, 2020
China's consumption comeback
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China's consumption comeback

A strong Golden Week suggests less reason to worry about “lasting damage”

  • Alex Wolf
  • Julia Wang
  • Yuxuan Tang
Oct 12, 2020
Could your currency portfolio be hit by unforeseen risks?
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Could your currency portfolio be hit by unforeseen risks?

Using a cutting-edge analytical tool, we’re making sure your portfolio adapts to ongoing fluctuations in the foreign exchange…

  • Samuel Zief
Oct 06, 2020
Election 2020 - Praying for Time
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Economy & Markets

Election 2020 - Praying for Time

The election as referendum on America: how well does the “system” work, and for whom?

  • Michael Cembalest
Oct 01, 2020
Will the “Golden Week” boost China’s consumption recovery?
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Economy & Markets

Will the “Golden Week” boost China’s consumption recovery?

China’s National Day holiday (or the October ‘Golden Week’, as it’s often called) is around the corner. The tourism sector is…

  • Julia Wang
  • Yuxuan Tang
Sep 28, 2020
China’s growing share of global trade
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Investment Strategy

China’s growing share of global trade

Why are Chinese exports so strong during this period – and what could this mean for your portfolio?

  • Alex Wolf
  • Julia Wang
Sep 25, 2020
How should you diversify your overweight US Dollar exposure?
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Economy & Markets

How should you diversify your overweight US Dollar exposure?

With the U.S. dollar at risk of weakening further over the coming years, and many investors “over-exposed” to the dollar…

  • Samuel Zief
  • Adam Margolis
Sep 25, 2020
3 observations about the stock selloff
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Investment Strategy

3 observations about the stock selloff

Stocks are sliding in September. What’s behind the selloff?

  • Jacob Manoukian
  • Joe Warsh
Sep 25, 2020
A new era in Japan
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Economy & Markets

A new era in Japan

How policies might evolve in the Suga era, the challenges the next government is facing, and what it means for investors

  • Alex Wolf
  • Julia Wang
  • Yuxuan Tang
Sep 21, 2020
It’s a new age of clean energy
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Sustainable Investing

It’s a new age of clean energy

For investors, that means a wealth of opportunities as government push and good economics pull us into a renewable future.

  • Anastasia Amoroso
Sep 17, 2020
What if U.S. election results are uncertain?
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Policy & Law

What if U.S. election results are uncertain?

Our four-step plan to help investors prepare now—just in case.

  • Elyse Ausenbaugh
  • Jeff Greenberg
Sep 16, 2020
The surprising strength of the U.S. economy
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Economy & Markets

The surprising strength of the U.S. economy

With huge stimulus support and capital reallocation across sectors, a resilient U.S. economy is becoming more dynamic.

  • Thomas Kennedy
  • Joe Seydl
  • Jeff Greenberg
Sep 15, 2020
Investing in Asia’s sustainable future
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Investment Strategy

Investing in Asia’s sustainable future

As Asia’s investment landscape begins to place more emphasis on sustainability, we examine some of the key trends and…

  • Ilaria Calabresi
  • Diana Robinson
Sep 14, 2020
China’s recovery and what it means for the RMB
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Economy & Markets

China’s recovery and what it means for the RMB

One of the key trends that is emerging amid the global recovery is the increasingly dominant role that China is playing in…

  • Alex Wolf
  • Julia Wang
Sep 14, 2020
How much cash is too much cash?
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Investment Strategy

How much cash is too much cash?

We recommend a four-step framework to define the optimal amount for your "liquidity bucket.”

  • Amanda Lott
Sep 08, 2020
The Needle and the Damage Done
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Economy & Markets

The Needle and the Damage Done

The long-term fiscal and monetary cost of the US recovery as the world waits for a vaccine; Biden agenda on taxes/spending; Tec…

  • Michael Cembalest
Sep 08, 2020
Focused on opportunities: Why invest in Chinese Governmen…
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Economy & Markets

Focused on opportunities: Why invest in Chinese Governmen…

China’s Central Government Bonds (CGBs) make a compelling investment right now.

  • Alex Wolf
  • Julia Wang
Sep 07, 2020
How can investors navigate U.S.-China tensions?
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Economy & Markets

How can investors navigate U.S.-China tensions?

The tech war escalation is leaving investors wondering about the potential economic and market impacts. We’ve pointed out in…

  • Alex Wolf
  • Julia Wang
  • Yuxuan Tang
Aug 31, 2020
Are rising U.S.-China tensions hurting supply chains?
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Are rising U.S.-China tensions hurting supply chains?

Global supply chains are not unraveling but COVID-19 is hastening their evolution, which merits investors’ attention.

  • Joe Seydl
  • Alex Wolf
Aug 26, 2020
Fintech: Poised to disrupt $20T financial services industry
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Investment Strategy

Fintech: Poised to disrupt $20T financial services industry

To capture potential benefits of Fintech, investors should look for innovative new entrants and quick-to-adapt incumbents.

  • Anastasia Amoroso
  • Elyse Ausenbaugh
Aug 20, 2020
Precision Medicine: The next trend in healthcare innovation
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Investment Strategy

Precision Medicine: The next trend in healthcare innovation

Current trends in healthcare technology will deliver future innovations to personalize healthcare. Identifying the right trends…

  • Anastasia Amoroso
Aug 20, 2020
Could virtual learning actually hurt the U.S. economy?
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Could virtual learning actually hurt the U.S. economy?

In the short term, likely not. But long-term U.S. productivity is at serious risk—unless policymakers, companies and individual…

  • Thomas Kennedy
  • Joe Seydl
  • BJ Goergen
Aug 19, 2020
Market Thoughts: Turning the lights back on
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Economy & Markets

Market Thoughts: Turning the lights back on

A positive change in growth rates is helping to rebuild confidence, but the magnitude and pace of the recovery is what matters.

  • Richard Madigan
Aug 19, 2020
How important is the tech sector for Asia?
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Economy & Markets

How important is the tech sector for Asia?

How does the tech sector matter for Asian economies? What is the impact of tech competition? And, perhaps most importantly, wha…

  • Alex Wolf
Aug 17, 2020
How might the U.S. election affect your taxes?
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Policy & Law

How might the U.S. election affect your taxes?

And should that factor into your planning and investing today?

Aug 14, 2020
What does a weak USD mean for Asia?
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Economy & Markets

What does a weak USD mean for Asia?

The U.S. Dollar index (DXY) had been moving sideways. But going into June, the index started to decline quite visibly, and in…

  • Alex Wolf
  • Julia Wang
Aug 10, 2020
Brexit: What's next?
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Brexit: What's next?

Join J.P. Morgan Private Bank as we discuss the latest developments in Brexit. As the COVID-19 crisis took hold, the clock di…

Jul 30, 2020
Is it time to lock in low interest rates?
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Investment Strategy

Is it time to lock in low interest rates?

Refinancing an existing loan or borrowing to enhance investment returns are just two strategies you can use to take advantage o…

Jul 29, 2020
U.S. Election: What do you need to do now?
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Economy & Markets

U.S. Election: What do you need to do now?

For your planning and investment decisions—put political passions in perspective and stay informed.

Jul 29, 2020
Why are markets shrugging off rising U.S.-China tensions?
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Investment Strategy

Why are markets shrugging off rising U.S.-China tensions?

Recent months saw a sharp escalation in U.S.-China tensions; however, both Chinese equities and the most China-exposed global…

  • Alex Wolf
  • Yuxuan Tang
Jul 28, 2020
Why is currency diversification important?
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Investment Strategy

Why is currency diversification important?

With the USD projected to weaken further over the coming year, what factors should be taken into account when thinking about…

  • Samuel Zief
Jul 28, 2020
5 things to know this earnings season
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5 things to know this earnings season

Earnings in Q2 likely contracted by a whopping -45%—the worst since 2008. What does that mean for markets?

  • Jacob Manoukian
  • Joe Seydl
  • Jeff Greenberg
Jul 19, 2020
Buying residential property in the UK
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Lending

Buying residential property in the UK

A guide for non-UK resident clients on some of the key tax and other planning considerations.

Jul 16, 2020
Sustainable investing in the spotlight
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Sustainable Investing

Sustainable investing in the spotlight

Pre-pandemic sustainable investing momentum accelerates as the COVID-19 crisis reinforces its long-term benefits.

Jul 15, 2020
Running with the A-share bulls
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Investment Strategy

Running with the A-share bulls

Echoes of 2015 or a more sustainable melt-up?

  • Alex Wolf
  • Yuxuan Tang
Jul 14, 2020
Buying real estate in Switzerland as a non-resident
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Lending

Buying real estate in Switzerland as a non-resident

A brief guide to the key legal and tax considerations

Jul 14, 2020
Why do markets seem unfazed by the surge in U.S. virus…
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Economy & Markets

Why do markets seem unfazed by the surge in U.S. virus…

Investors seem buoyed by policy support and the digital economy. COVID-19 may also have lost its shock value.

  • Jacob Manoukian
  • Joe Seydl
  • Jeff Greenberg
Jul 14, 2020
Do bonds still provide what investors need?
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Investment Strategy

Do bonds still provide what investors need?

Core bonds still act as diversifiers in this low-rate environment, but investors in search of higher yields may need to add risk.

  • Thomas Kennedy
  • Omar Elangbawy
Jul 13, 2020
Buying residential property abroad: Spain
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Lending

Buying residential property abroad: Spain

Overview of tax and legal issues non-residents should consider

Jul 09, 2020
Blinded by Science: the US recovery, virus surge and…
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Economy & Markets

Blinded by Science: the US recovery, virus surge and…

The US recovery; why deaths are diverging from rising infections; the American scientific trust gap vs the rest of the world;…

  • Michael Cembalest
Jul 08, 2020
Are you ready for the unexpected?
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Portfolio Management

Are you ready for the unexpected?

Beyond the historic market volatility, the personal nature of Covid has affected us all in one way or another. What has become…

Jul 08, 2020
The two sectors that will determine China’s recovery
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Investment Strategy

The two sectors that will determine China’s recovery

China’s recovery from the COVID-19 crisis remains uneven, with state investment and production leading a relatively weak…

  • Alex Wolf
  • Yuxuan Tang
Jul 07, 2020
Buying residential property abroad: France
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Lending

Buying residential property abroad: France

Overview of tax and legal issues non-residents should consider

Jul 06, 2020
Leveraging low rates - why ‘lower for longer’ does not…
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Investment Strategy

Leveraging low rates - why ‘lower for longer’ does not…

Amid the uncertainty posed by the Covid-19 pandemic and the decline in economic activity, US Treasury yields are currently clos…

  • Vivian Lin
  • Ajeet K Choudhary
Jun 29, 2020
The future of luxury real-estate
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Lending

The future of luxury real-estate

Like many other areas of the economy, the property market is adapting to the lockdown.

  • Sarah-Jane McFarlane
Jun 29, 2020
Tenth Annual Energy Paper
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Economy & Markets

Tenth Annual Energy Paper

We examine when and how renewable energy transitions might result in permanent reductions in CO₂ emissions.

  • Michael Cembalest
Jun 29, 2020

Goals-Based Planning

Explore the upside to low interest rates

Key advantages may be found in these areas: wealth transfer, lending and investing.

  • Amanda Lott
Feb 17, 2021
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Happily ever after?
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Family

Happily ever after?

You can have positive, productive conversations about whether pre-nups suit your family’s values and wealth preservation goals.

Feb 22, 2021
Getting ready to file your U.S. tax return?
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Taxes

Getting ready to file your U.S. tax return?

Act now—and you may be able to lighten both your 2020 and 2021 tax bills.

  • Amanda Lott
Feb 17, 2021
Where will you call “home” when filing your taxes?
Where will you call “home” when filing your taxes?
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Taxes

Where will you call “home” when filing your taxes?

You may be able to reduce your tax bill if you fled the pandemic to a different state.

  • Amanda Lott
Feb 17, 2021
How to talk about family wealth with your children
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Family

How to talk about family wealth with your children

It may be easier, and more productive, than you think. See our quick guide to conversations about family resources.

Feb 17, 2021
We have made it easier to access your tax documents
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Taxes

We have made it easier to access your tax documents

Visit the J.P. Morgan Online Tax Center.

Feb 12, 2021
Estate planning in a low interest rate environment
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Trusts & Estates

Estate planning in a low interest rate environment

Consider estate planning opportunities now, while rates are low

Feb 04, 2021
Gains: A good problem to have. But now what?
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Goals-Based Planning

Gains: A good problem to have. But now what?

Stay focused on your goals as you explore the many possible paths you might take.

Jan 28, 2021
Make your 2021 a financial success
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Goals-Based Planning

Make your 2021 a financial success

10 resolutions you’ll want—and be able—to keep this year.

Jan 21, 2021
Do you think of your art collection as a financial asset?
Do you think of your art collection as a financial asset?
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Art

Do you think of your art collection as a financial asset?

Especially in uncertain times, it’s important to take a clear-eyed view of your artwork as a source of financial flexibility an…

Jan 19, 2021
How to host meaningful and productive family meetings…
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Family

How to host meaningful and productive family meetings…

Your guide to hosting a productive family meeting—even if the pandemic means your get-together has to be virtual.

Dec 15, 2020
Empowering Women at J.P. Morgan Private Bank
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Goals-Based Planning

Empowering Women at J.P. Morgan Private Bank

The COVID-19 pandemic is not just a health issue – it’s highlighted the structural inequalities in society, which includes the…

Nov 24, 2020
Now that U.S. election results are in, what is your next…
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Policy & Law

Now that U.S. election results are in, what is your next…

Clients are asking us about the potential impact on their planning and investments. Here’s what we’re saying.

  • Elyse Ausenbaugh
  • Amanda Lott
Nov 18, 2020
A time for giving
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Philanthropy

A time for giving

In a year marked by unprecedented challenges, donors have risen to the occasion with extraordinary generosity.

Nov 18, 2020
U.S. taxes: It’s time to act
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Taxes

U.S. taxes: It’s time to act

Make the most of your 2020 year-end planning. Here’s how.

Nov 18, 2020
As cyberattacks surge, protect yourself online
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Cybersecurity

As cyberattacks surge, protect yourself online

Following a rise in cyberattacks since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, there’s never been a better time to make sure you’re…

  • Ileana van der Linde
Oct 20, 2020
Why family governance matters
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Family

Why family governance matters

Against this challenging backdrop, it’s never been more important to clarify the purpose of your family office or family business.

  • Maya Prabhu
Oct 20, 2020
Retirement: How to make it one of the happiest times of…
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Goals-Based Planning

Retirement: How to make it one of the happiest times of…

A little planning works wonders. Here are a few simple steps you can take right now.

  • Amanda Lott
Oct 13, 2020
Five reasons for borrowing to invest
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Lending

Five reasons for borrowing to invest

A strategic use of credit for U.S. taxpayers may be to use loan proceeds for investment purposes. Here’s why.

Oct 01, 2020
Your caring. Your generosity. Endless possibilities.
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Philanthropy

Your caring. Your generosity. Endless possibilities.

More than $454 million from the Charitable Giving Fund was granted to support a multitude of causes in 2017. See where the gift…

Sep 29, 2020
Selling a business? Give buyers what they need to up the…
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Business Owners

Selling a business? Give buyers what they need to up the…

Buyers are willing to pay more for targets– if there are cost and revenue synergies they can leverage.

Sep 16, 2020
Fall’s planning essentials: Close out your 2020 wisely
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Goals-Based Planning

Fall’s planning essentials: Close out your 2020 wisely

It’s been a challenging year. Three tips to help you make sure your finances are in good order before 2021 starts.

  • Jeanne Sun
Sep 16, 2020
Case study: Giving children skills to manage wealth
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Goals-Based Planning

Case study: Giving children skills to manage wealth

Here’s how one couple told their daughters about family wealth, while offering the support they’d need to manage money.

Sep 08, 2020
Updated: Changes for U.S. retirement accounts
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Insights

Taxes

Updated: Changes for U.S. retirement accounts

Your quick guide to what’s different for retirement accounts in 2020—and what’s stayed the same.

Aug 26, 2020
I just don’t know how to talk to my children about money!…
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Goals-Based Planning

I just don’t know how to talk to my children about money!…

Conversations about money are often difficult, especially when you’re concerned about how your children will adapt to a sudden…

Aug 24, 2020
How might the U.S. election affect your taxes?
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Policy & Law

How might the U.S. election affect your taxes?

And should that factor into your planning and investing today?

Aug 14, 2020
U.S. Election: What do you need to do now?
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Economy & Markets

U.S. Election: What do you need to do now?

For your planning and investment decisions—put political passions in perspective and stay informed.

Jul 29, 2020
Working remotely? Watch out for state taxes
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Taxes

Working remotely? Watch out for state taxes

U.S. workers performing their jobs from another state may face an unexpected tax headache in their 2020 returns. But if you act…

Jul 14, 2020
Planning to spend your assets in retirement
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Goals-Based Planning

Planning to spend your assets in retirement

Moving from saving to spending as you retire requires changing strategies, confronting biases, and building new spending plans…

  • Amanda Lott
Jul 13, 2020
Updated: Changes to U.S. tax filings and retirement accounts
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Taxes

Updated: Changes to U.S. tax filings and retirement accounts

Your quick guide to what’s different in 2020—and what’s stayed the same.

Jun 24, 2020
Could family dynamics derail your legacy?
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Family

Could family dynamics derail your legacy?

Family dynamics can affect working relationships of family members, consider these practical suggestions setting solid…

  • Maya Prabhu
Jun 19, 2020
Borrowing time in an uncertain environment
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Lending

Borrowing time in an uncertain environment

If the recent economic situation has created a liquidity need, credit can help maintain your long-term portfolio strategy until…

Jun 18, 2020
Four actions to help shape your financial future
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Goals-Based Planning

Four actions to help shape your financial future

This summer, take time with your family to reflect on your overall wealth plan.

Jun 16, 2020
How to create a sound estate plan
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Goals-Based Planning

How to create a sound estate plan

Five steps, and a few essential building blocks, can help you make sure your wishes are carried out—and your family is cared for.

  • Anne F. Cutler
  • Amy Richards
Jun 15, 2020
Does your business have the liquidity to ride out the…
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Business Owners

Does your business have the liquidity to ride out the…

During this time, many are concerned about accessing capital for their business. Experts from across the Bank share their…

Jun 01, 2020
Hoping for the best, planning for the worst
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Family

Hoping for the best, planning for the worst

How would your family access your wealth in an emergency?

May 27, 2020
Crisis makes it clear: It’s time to stress test your…
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Trusts & Estates

Crisis makes it clear: It’s time to stress test your…

A few simple actions can make a world of difference to you and your family.

May 19, 2020
What big data says now about household spending—and more
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Business

What big data says now about household spending—and more

To better inform policy and decision-makers, JPMorgan Chase Institute offers analyses of the firm’s data.

May 19, 2020
History Is Our Story: London is Calling
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Company News

History Is Our Story: London is Calling

With a legacy dating back to 1799, we have a deep rooted history in the UK

  • Oliver Gregson
May 14, 2020
Mind over money
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Goals-Based Planning

Mind over money

Our financial thoughts and behaviors are often at odds with our goals. Here’s how to bring them into better alignment.

May 11, 2020
The power of intent
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Goals-Based Planning

The power of intent

Identifying the approach to your wealth can help you navigate through volatile times.

May 06, 2020
The bucket list: How to organize your money with intent
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Goals-Based Planning

The bucket list: How to organize your money with intent

Are we always rational about money? When we think about money, the value we assign to it may not always align with our intentions.

May 06, 2020
Mind over emotion in the face of volatile markets
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Goals-Based Planning

Mind over emotion in the face of volatile markets

Understanding your emotional reaction to investment performance can help you make rational decisions during periods of market…

Apr 21, 2020
How to manage your digital legacy
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Trusts & Estates

How to manage your digital legacy

Four steps to help you protect your digital records and assets.

Apr 15, 2020
How you might protect your financial health in the pandemic
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Goals-Based Planning

How you might protect your financial health in the pandemic

For U.S taxpayers: Five actions to consider in the spring of COVID-19.

Apr 13, 2020
Now is your time to embrace digital banking
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Banking

Now is your time to embrace digital banking

Reports of cyber fraud might make a person wary of banking online. But it’s actually safer to pay your bills online today…

Apr 08, 2020
Jamie Dimon on “dealing with an extraordinary crisis”
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Company News

Jamie Dimon on “dealing with an extraordinary crisis”

CEO’s annual letter to shareholders

Apr 08, 2020
How to strengthen your cyber defenses: Clean. Declutter.
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Cybersecurity

How to strengthen your cyber defenses: Clean. Declutter.

Here’s what you can do now to better protect yourself from fraud.

Oct 14, 2019

Philanthropy

Education inequality starts with girls

How has the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the education of women and girls?

  • Jean Sung
Jan 14, 2021
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Investing with heart
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Philanthropy

Investing with heart

Inspiration to create positive change can come from anywhere.

  • Jean Sung
Dec 10, 2020
An insider’s guide to the Covid vaccine
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Philanthropy

An insider’s guide to the Covid vaccine

In recent weeks, news of successful clinical trials for potential vaccines has given hope, and with that, further questions…

  • Jean Sung
Nov 27, 2020
A time for giving
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Philanthropy

A time for giving

In a year marked by unprecedented challenges, donors have risen to the occasion with extraordinary generosity.

Nov 18, 2020
Insights from Oxford University: Turning to Nature at a…
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Philanthropy

Insights from Oxford University: Turning to Nature at a…

Nature is “perhaps our greatest ally in a rapidly changing world.”

  • Jean Sung
Oct 19, 2020
Your caring. Your generosity. Endless possibilities.
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Philanthropy

Your caring. Your generosity. Endless possibilities.

More than $454 million from the Charitable Giving Fund was granted to support a multitude of causes in 2017. See where the gift…

Sep 29, 2020
Solving the Climate Crisis: 4 Tips from Seasoned…
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Philanthropy

Solving the Climate Crisis: 4 Tips from Seasoned…

The climate crisis touches all of our lives. An overheating planet will have a devastating and lasting effect on all of us.…

  • Sheryl Fofaria
Sep 22, 2020
What can you do to stop the planet's plastic problem?
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Philanthropy

What can you do to stop the planet's plastic problem?

Plastic waste is contaminating the world’s oceans and threatening our health. A renowned environmentalist offered some tips to…

  • Jean Sung
Sep 07, 2020
Supporting children and adolescents during a global…
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Philanthropy

Supporting children and adolescents during a global…

Find out what UNICEF and the Tanoto Foundation are doing to help children at this critical time.

  • Jean Sung
Aug 06, 2020
Five learnings on social enterprise in Asia
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Philanthropy

Five learnings on social enterprise in Asia

What are the key principles of social enterprises for impact investors and philanthropists?

  • Jean Sung
Aug 02, 2020
Family Philanthropy – Making it work for you
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Philanthropy

Family Philanthropy – Making it work for you

In this webinar, we heard from a panel of experts, who addressed the following questions and shared their views on the benefits…

Jun 16, 2020
Ronna Chao: A Global Force in Sustainability
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Philanthropy

Ronna Chao: A Global Force in Sustainability

Hong Kong businesswoman Ronna Chao is pioneering a more sustainable, environmentally-conscious practice of textile recycling. B…

  • Jean Sung
May 26, 2020
What is the current state of the vaccine development?
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Philanthropy

What is the current state of the vaccine development?

An inside look at the global fight against COVID-19

  • Jean Sung
May 14, 2020
Giving during a crisis: How to make a difference
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Philanthropy

Giving during a crisis: How to make a difference

Many people are responding to the pandemic by donating to charity. Here’s how to help your contributions have an impact.

May 13, 2020

Cybersecurity

Protecting yourself online this Chinese New Year

In the lead-up to Chinese New Year 2021, we’ve prepared this quick guide to protecting yourself and your loved ones from online threats.

Feb 09, 2021
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J.P. Morgan Private Bank dominates Euromoney’s 2021 rankings
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Company News

J.P. Morgan Private Bank dominates Euromoney’s 2021 rankings

Prestigious annual survey recognizes J.P. Morgan Private Bank’s extraordinary service in a challenging year.

Feb 10, 2021
The Amazon rainforest and you
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Sustainable Investing

The Amazon rainforest and you

While you may not know it, the health of the Amazon rainforest impacts you and your family.

  • Jean Sung
Feb 03, 2021
To protect your identity—freeze your credit now
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Cybersecurity

To protect your identity—freeze your credit now

It’s a simple but strong shield against identity thieves.

Jan 20, 2021
J.P. Morgan is named 2021’s “World’s Best Private Bank”