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Analysts from J.P. Morgan Global Research take a closer look at the stories behind some of the biggest trends, themes and developments in markets today.

  1. 1 HR AGO

    Global Commodities: Prices Get Relief

    Markets reacted sharply to Iran allowing commercial vessels to go through the Strait of Hormuz. Despite this signal, last shipments from the Gulf have arrived across Europe, Asia and the US, while significant infrastructure shut-ins persist across the Middle East. With much uncertainty still in the air, in this episode we answer the market’s most pressing questions, as well as discuss the recent supply and demand observations in oil and aluminum.   Speakers:  Natasha Kaneva, Head of Global Commodities Research Greg Shearer, Head of Base and Precious Metals Strategy   This podcast was recorded on April 17, 2026.   This communication is provided for information purposes only. Institutional clients can view the related report at https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5254466-0, https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5265231-0, https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5260746-0, and https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5260671-0, for more information; please visit www.jpmm.com/research/disclosures for important disclosures. © 2026 JPMorgan Chase & Co. All rights reserved. This material or any portion hereof may not be reprinted, sold or redistributed without the written consent of J.P. Morgan. It is strictly prohibited to use or share without prior written consent from J.P. Morgan any research material received from J.P. Morgan or an authorized third-party (“J.P. Morgan Data”) in any third-party artificial intelligence (“AI”) systems or models when such J.P. Morgan Data is accessible by a third-party.

    12 min
  2. 2 APR

    Global Commodities: A Month of Disruption

    There has been no rest for commodities in the last 34 days. This week, Houthis have formally entered the conflict, while metals and energy infrastructure continued to be targeted by strikes. With an expanded geography of the war and no immediate off-ramp in sight, market volatility persists. In this episode, we discuss this week's updates and the month behind us.   Speakers:  Natasha Kaneva, Head of Global Commodities Research Greg Shearer, Head of Base and Precious Metals Strategy Otar Dgebuadze, European Natural Gas   This podcast was recorded on April 2, 2026.   This communication is provided for information purposes only. Institutional clients can view the related report at https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5250119-0, https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5252085-0, https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5249648-0, https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5249764-0, https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5244760-0  and https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5248912-0  for more information; please visit www.jpmm.com/research/disclosures for important disclosures. © 2026 JPMorgan Chase & Co. All rights reserved. This material or any portion hereof may not be reprinted, sold or redistributed without the written consent of J.P. Morgan. It is strictly prohibited to use or share without prior written consent from J.P. Morgan any research material received from J.P. Morgan or an authorized third-party (“J.P. Morgan Data”) in any third-party artificial intelligence (“AI”) systems or models when such J.P. Morgan Data is accessible by a third-party.

    13 min
  3. 1 APR

    In Focus: Middle East Conflict

    Welcome to JPMorganChase Global Research’s new In Focus podcast, where we explore timely, thematic topics with insights from across Global Research. In today’s episode, we bring together cross-asset perspectives to examine the geopolitical and market ramifications of the Middle East conflict. We start with the commodity impact—including oil and gold—then discuss implications for global growth and inflation, the outlook for risk assets, and the broader FX landscape.   Speakers: Natasha Kaneva, Head of Global Commodities Strategy Nora Szentivanyi, Senior Global Economist Fabio Bassi, Head of Cross Asset Strategy Meera Chandan, Co-Head of FX Strategy Samantha Azzarello, Head of Content Strategy   This episode was recorded on March 31st and April 1st, 2026. This communication is provided for information purposes only. Institutional clients can view the related report at https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5237997-0, https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5245032-0, https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5238010-0, https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5239048-0 for more information; please visit www.jpmm.com/research/disclosures for important disclosures. © 2025 JPMorgan Chase & Co. All rights reserved. This material or any portion hereof may not be reprinted, sold or redistributed without the written consent of J.P. Morgan. It is strictly prohibited to use or share without prior written consent from J.P. Morgan any research material received from J.P. Morgan or an authorized third-party (“J.P. Morgan Data”) in any third-party artificial intelligence (“AI”) systems or models when such J.P. Morgan Data is accessible by a third-party. It is permissible to use J.P. Morgan Data for internal business purposes only in an AI system or model that protects the confidentiality of J.P. Morgan Data so as to prevent any and all access to or use of such J.P. Morgan Data by any third-party.

    27 min

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