Podcast by J.P. Morgan analysts on global markets, At Any Rate

At Any Rate

Podcast by J.P. Morgan analysts on global markets

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

FX & Rates

<ul><li>Credit spreads have traded in a tight range despite various market events</li><li>High yield spreads have tightened throughout the month</li><li>Macro factors like growth, inflation, and Fed policies are more important for credit markets than the political environment</li></ul>This content is sourced through publicly available sources and has been machine generated. Information displayed is for general informational purposes only.

Credit spreads have traded in a tight range despite various market eventsHigh yield spreads have tightened throughout the monthMacro factors like growth, inflation, and Fed policies are more important for credit markets than the political environmentThis content is sourced through publicly available sources and has been machine generated. Information displayed is for general informational purposes only.

Global Rates, US Credit: Spreadbites Spreads, Politics, and the Consumer

<ul><li>Recent washout in EMFX carry trades</li><li>Currency volume may increase as global growth remains firm and interest rates change</li><li>US elections event risk pricing may see heightened sensitivity and volatility as election day approaches</li></ul>This content is sourced through publicly available sources and has been machine generated. Information displayed is for general informational purposes only.

Recent washout in EMFX carry tradesCurrency volume may increase as global growth remains firm and interest rates changeUS elections event risk pricing may see heightened sensitivity and volatility as election day approachesThis content is sourced through publicly available sources and has been machine generated. Information displayed is for general informational purposes only.

Global FX: FX Volatility Bumpy, but Capped in H2

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<ul><li>During the period under consideration, i.e. April 3rd, 2024 to May 3rd, 2024, the EUR/USD pair posted both downward and upward swings.</li><li>In the beginning, it faced a slight increase, while from April 9th until April 18th the pair faced a sharp decrease.</li><li>After that, it fluctuated sideways and by the end of the period the pair traded at a higher level but still below the price level of the start of April. </li></ul>

During the period under consideration, i.e. April 3rd, 2024 to May 3rd, 2024, the EUR/USD pair posted both downward and upward swings.In the beginning, it faced a slight increase, while from April 9th until April 18th the pair faced a sharp decrease.After that, it fluctuated sideways and by the end of the period the pair traded at a higher level but still below the price level of the start of April. 

Comment on Exchange Rate EUR/USD - May 3, 2024

<ul><li>Swap spreads narrowed late last week by three basis points across the curve, likely influenced by developments in European markets</li><li>French President Macron's decision to dissolve parliament and call for snap elections has caused uncertainty in the fiscal outlook, leading to de-risking of European sovereign bond holdings</li><li>While last week's moves in US markets were significant, it is unlikely to continue as US treasuries are expected to remain stable and demand is expected to stay strong, supported by the rate cycle turning and potential easing from the Fed</li></ul>This content is sourced through publicly available sources and has been machine generated. Information displayed is for general informational purposes only.

Swap spreads narrowed late last week by three basis points across the curve, likely influenced by developments in European marketsFrench President Macron's decision to dissolve parliament and call for snap elections has caused uncertainty in the fiscal outlook, leading to de-risking of European sovereign bond holdingsWhile last week's moves in US markets were significant, it is unlikely to continue as US treasuries are expected to remain stable and demand is expected to stay strong, supported by the rate cycle turning and potential easing from the FedThis content is sourced through publicly available sources and has been machine generated. Information displayed is for general informational purposes only.

External broker reports(aggregated public sources), Mizuho

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<ul><li>The dollar/yen pair opened the month trading at 157.70 yen.</li><li>It then hit a monthly high of 157.99 yen, though it subsequently fell to the lower-157 yen mark on the dovish FOMC meeting.</li><li>The pair then plummeted to the lower153 yen level during the early hours of May 2 on what appeared to be an intervention by the Japanese authorities.</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

The dollar/yen pair opened the month trading at 157.70 yen.It then hit a monthly high of 157.99 yen, though it subsequently fell to the lower-157 yen mark on the dovish FOMC meeting.The pair then plummeted to the lower153 yen level during the early hours of May 2 on what appeared to be an intervention by the Japanese authorities.Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

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Global Rates, US Credit: Spreadbites Spreads, Politics, and the Consumer

Credit spreads are trading within a tight range, unaffected by recent political events and market volatility, with macroeconomic policies and...

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Global FX: FX Volatility Bumpy, but Capped in H2

The recent washout in EMFX carry trades, low FX volume compared to other indicators, firm global growth and broad PMI strength, the world being...

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Comment on Exchange Rate EUR/USD - May 3, 2024

During the period under consideration, i.e. April 3rd, 2024 to May 3rd, 2024, the EUR/USD pair posted both downward and upward swings.

VRS (Valuation & Research Specialists)

Global Rates: Pardon my French

In summary, swap spreads narrowed due to European market effects, French elections caused uncertainty, US treasury cheapened versus swaps, but...

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Mizuho Dealer's Eye (June, 2024)

The dollar/yen pair opened the month trading at 157.70 yen. It then hit a monthly high of 157.99 yen, though it subsequently fell to the lower-157...

Mizuho

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