Center For Investment Excellence

In this episode of the Center for Investment Excellence podcast, David Lebovitz and Jared Gross discuss their annual asset allocation draft. They review last year’s investment picks, share macroeconomic expectations for 2026, and debate opportunities across equities, fixed income, real assets, and alternatives. Listeners will hear perspectives on inflation, central bank policy, global growth, and the impact of technology and AI on markets.

Podcast recorded December 2025.

In this episode of the Center for Investment Excellence, host David Lebovitz is joined by Tim Lintern, Research Analyst at J.P. Morgan Asset Management. Together, they unpack the latest findings from the 30th annual edition of Long-Term Capital Market Assumptions. The discussion covers the key findings of this year’s publication, including the projections that are at the core of our approach to building stronger portfolios and explain how you can use them to inform your own strategic asset allocations.

In this episode of the Center for Investment Excellence, host David Lebovitz is joined by Jared Gross, Head of Institutional Portfolio Strategy at J.P. Morgan Asset Management. Together, they unpack the latest findings from the Strategic Investment Advisory Group, focusing on the theme of U.S. exceptionalism. The discussion covers the key factors behind America’s economic and market leadership, the potential risks to its continued outperformance, and how global trends may shift the investment landscape. Listeners will gain valuable insights into asset allocation, diversification, and the importance of re-evaluating long-held assumptions in today’s evolving markets.

In this episode of the Center for Investment Excellence podcast, hosted by David Lebovitz, we explore key themes impacting endowments and foundations, from government funding changes and tax policies to the role of alternative investments and liquidity needs. Featuring Mack Kline, Head of Endowments, Foundations, and Healthcare, we provide in-depth discussions on navigating today's complex investment landscape.

In this episode of the Center for Investment Excellence podcast, hosted by David Lebowitz, the focus is on the transportation sector amidst a backdrop of global economic uncertainty. Andy Dacey, CEO and CIO of J.P. Morgan Asset Management's Global Transportation Group, joins the discussion to explore how macroeconomic factors, such as trade tariffs and geopolitical tensions, are influencing transportation assets like shipping, aviation, and rail. The conversation delves into the implications of recent policy changes, the evolving global trade routes, and the strategic considerations for transportation investments.