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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.

We run through the state of current macro markets as this week’s geopolitics has unfolded, detailing our view about potentially complacent FX markets in the face of cyclical risks. Our cross asset strategy colleague Jainik Mody also joins to discuss risks for EM equities. Speakers: James Nelligan Jainik Mody, CFA This podcast was recorded on 02 April 2026. This communication is provided for information purposes only. Institutional clients can view the related report at https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5245935-0, 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.

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.

Jonny Goulden, Anezka Christovova and Ben Ramsey discuss the latest market developments and their impacts for the EM fixed income asset class. This podcast was recorded on 31 March 2026. © 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.

The conflict in the Middle East is approaching its one-month mark. This week, markets were forced to pair off two opposing forces: deteriorating fundamentals with anticipated shortages in Asia on one side and increased rhetoric about a potential ceasefire on the other. For now, it is unclear which one comes first. In this episode, we discuss the timeline of oil shortages across the globe, as well as explain what is happening with gold. Speakers: Natasha Kaneva, Head of Global Commodities Research Greg Shearer, Head of Base and Precious Metals Strategy This podcast was recorded on March 27, 2026. This communication is provided for information purposes only. Institutional clients can view the related report at https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5245032-0, https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5242637-0, https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5243238-0, and https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5241751-0 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.

This week, our Global FX Strategists navigate the FX macro implications of the ongoing US Iran conflict, as well as detailing the insights on FX vol markets and systematic FX strategies. Speakers James Nelligan Ladislav Jankovic Antonin Delair This podcast was recorded on 27 March 2026. This communication is provided for information purposes only. Institutional clients can view the related report at https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5245935-0 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.

The war in the Middle East is reaching its three-week mark and commodities markets show no signs of easing. On the contrary, attacks on critical energy infrastructure have ramped up, while the remaining 3% of typical Hormuz traffic has shifted into Iranian waters. Elsewhere, Asia is beginning to show signs of demand destruction amid exploding products prices. In this episode, we summarize the week’s developments and highlight what the markets are missing in gas, oil and metals. 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 March 20, 2026. This communication is provided for information purposes only. Institutional clients can view the related report at https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5240805-0, https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5239325-0, https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5237992-0, https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5235564-0, https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5236328-0, https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5236737-0, and https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5234608-0 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.

This week, our Global FX Strategists unpack the ongoing spillover of the US-Iran conflict through to the dollar, as well as this week’s hawkish central bank meetings and whether hikes are straightforwardly positive for currencies. Speakers Patrick Locke, Global FX Strategy Arindam Sandilya, Global FX Strategy James Nelligan, Global FX Strategy ​Octavia Popescu, Global FX Strategy This podcast was recorded on 20 March 2026. This communication is provided for information purposes only. Institutional clients can view the related report at https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5239048-0 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.

Jonny Goulden, Anezka Christovova and Ben Ramsey discuss the latest market developments and their impacts for the EM fixed income asset class. This podcast was recorded on 20 March 2026. © 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.

In this podcast Khagendra Gupta, Ipek Ozil, Francis Diamond, Takafumi Yamawaki, and Ben Jarman discuss the main drivers of DM swap spreads. This podcast was recorded on 20 March 2026. This communication is provided for information purposes only. Institutional clients can view the related report at https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5230870-0 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.

In this podcast Francis Diamond, Jay Barry and Aditya Chordia discuss the impact of the ongoing Middle-East conflict on US, Euro area and UK rate markets and upcoming central bank meetings. This podcast was recorded on March 13, 2026. This communication is provided for information purposes only. Institutional clients can view the related report at https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5230864-0 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.

It has been two weeks since the start of the conflict in the Middle East and supply-side issues remain the top concern for commodity markets. In addition to shipping troubles, the region is also forced to halt production due to persistent infrastructure attacks and limited storage. While oil & gas dominate headlines, metals are also running into trouble. In today’s episode, we summarize everything you need to know about metals markets, as well digest developments in oil. Speakers: Natasha Kaneva, Head of Global Commodities Research Greg Shearer, Head of Base and Precious Metals Strategy This podcast was recorded on March 13, 2026. This communication is provided for information purposes only. Institutional clients can view the related report at https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5232475-0, https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5233598-0, and https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5228729-0 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.

We discuss recent developments in energy prices and discuss how that is impacting the dollar outlook; Energy importers are particularly vulnerable. We also preview a heavy DM central bank week. This podcast was recorded on 13 March 2026. This communication is provided for information purposes only. Institutional clients can view the related report at https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-5230718-0 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.

Jonny Goulden, Anezka Christovova and Ben Ramsey discuss the latest market developments and their impacts for the EM fixed income asset class. This podcast was recorded on 12 March 2026. © 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.

J.P. Morgan Global Leveraged Finance Conference 2026: Key Takeaways Speakers: Stephen Dulake (Co-head of Fundamental Research) Tarek Hamid (Head of North American Corporate Credit) Nelson Jantzen (Head of US High Yield Bonds & Leveraged Loan Strategy) This podcast was recorded on March 11, 2026. This communication is provided for information purposes only. Institutional clients can view the related report at https://jpmm-internal.jpmchase.net/jpmm/research.article_page?action=open&doc=GPS-5219701-0.pdf, https://jpmm-internal.jpmchase.net/jpmm/research.article_page?action=open&doc=GPS-5220743-0.pdf 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.