EM Fixed Income: Risks around a positive base case
J.P. Morgan's EM Fixed Income podcast, recorded on 25 Feb 2026, discusses recent market developments and their implications for EM fixed income. The base case is positive but risks remain. No specific currencies or pairs are mentioned.
What the desk is arguing
J.P. Morgan's podcast argues that the base case for EM fixed income is positive, underpinned by strong fundamentals and supportive global conditions. However, they caution that risks around this base case, such as geopolitical tensions or policy missteps, could derail the outlook. The discussion focuses on broad EM asset class dynamics rather than specific countries.
Where it sits in our coverage
Our internal coverage has no direct data on the relevant EM currencies or spreads mentioned in the podcast. We do not have a specific consensus target or firm spread for EM fixed income as a whole. Given the lack of internal data, we cannot cite our consensus or firm spread. The podcast does not reference any pairs or specific instruments that align with our existing coverage.
How other firms see it
No other firms are cited in the source commentary, and we have no internal data on other firms' stances. Thus, we cannot provide specific firm IDs or views.
Key takeaways
- 01J.P. Morgan maintains a positive base case for EM fixed income as of late February 2026.
- 02Risks such as geopolitical events or policy mistakes could challenge the positive outlook.
- 03The podcast is broad and does not focus on specific EM countries or currency pairs.
Market implications
The positive base case suggests continued investor interest in EM fixed income, but the acknowledged risks may lead to volatility. Without specific pairs, direct trading implications are unclear, but the tone supports a favorable view on EM assets overall.
Risks to this view
Key risks mentioned include geopolitical tensions and potential policy missteps that could undermine the positive base case. These could trigger sell-offs or widen spreads in EM bonds.
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 25 February 2026. © 2026 JPMorgan Chase & Co. All rights reserved.
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