In this episode, Eloise Goulder, head of the Data Assets and Alpha Group, and Lauren Anderson, head of Government Relations for EMEA, discuss the global geopolitical backdrop following a record elections year. They then dive into Europe, given the sharp outperformance of European equities year to date, addressing the extent to which geopolitical, fiscal, defense and growth developments could mark a structural shift for the region. In addition, they address challenges including tariffs, as well as the medium-term outlook for countries in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). This episode was recorded on March 6, 2025. The views expressed in this podcast may not necessarily reflect the views of J.P. Morgan Chase & Co and its affiliates (together “J.P. Morgan”), they are not the product of J.P. Morgan’s Research Department and do not constitute a recommendation, advice, or an offer or a solicitation to buy or sell any security or financial instrument. This podcast is intended for institutional and professional investors only and is not intended for retail investor use, it is provided for information purposes only. Referenced products and services in this podcast may not be suitable for you and may not be available in all jurisdictions. J.P. Morgan may make markets and trade as principal in securities and other asset classes and financial products that may have been discussed. For additional disclaimers and regulatory disclosures, please visit: www.jpmorgan.com/disclosures/salesandtradingdisclaimer. For the avoidance of doubt, opinions expressed by any external speakers are the personal views of those speakers and do not represent the views of J.P. Morgan. © 2025 JPMorgan Chase & Company. All rights reserved.

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