Talk Your Book: Will AI Debt Cause a Recession?

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Today’s Talk Your Book is brought to you by JP Morgan:

To learn more about the JPMorgan Strategic Income Opportunities Fund click here: https://am.jpmorgan.com/us/en/asset-management/adv/products/jpmorgan-strategic-income-opportunities-fund-i-4812a4351


On today’s show, we discuss:

  • JSOSX as a benchmark free fund, and the additional flexibility as a result

  • Why avoiding duration risk has been the right call for the last five years

  • How tight high yield spreads mask trouble showing in credit markets

  • Why AI related debt and off balance sheet obligations raise default risk

  • The most defensive fund positioning seen since the 2007 credit cycle

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Disclosures from JP Morgan:

As of 9/30/2026 the JPMorgan Strategic Opportunity Fund (I shares) annualized returns are as follows: 3.28% for the 1yr period; 3.46% for the 5yr period; 2.89% for the 10 yr period.

Gross expenses: 0.85%

Past performance does not guarantee future results. Investment values may fluctuate, and shares may be worth more or less than their original cost when sold. For current month-end performance, call 1-800-480-4111.

Review the prospectus for details on objectives, risks, charges, and expenses before investing in a mutual fund. Call 1-800-480-4111 for a prospectus. Read it carefully before investing.

Investment Risk: International and emerging market investments involve higher risks, including greater volatility, lower liquidity, and potential impacts from currency, accounting, and tax differences. High-yield (“junk”) bonds are rated below investment grade and offer higher yields but carry greater risk.

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