Leenart On Macro Impact On Corporate Fund Raising

The video discusses the current economic challenges, including inflation, the war, and supply chain disruptions, and their impact on liquidity and funding strategies. It explores fundraising conditions in China and Asia, highlighting regulatory and market challenges. The impact of the Russia-Ukraine war on business operations and client relationships is examined. Finally, JP Morgan's strategy to invest in technology and partner with fintechs to stay competitive is outlined.

What are the major concerns affecting treasurers' decisions this year?

• Technological advancements

• Increased competition from fintechs

• Inflation, war, and supply chain disruptions

• New banking regulations

How have high yield markets in China been affected recently?

• Volumes have increased by 60%

• Volumes have increased by 50%

• Volumes have decreased by 60%

• There has been no change

What is one of the specific challenges in China's fundraising environment?

• High inflation rates

• Regulatory overhang in the TMT sector

• Strong currency fluctuations

• Lack of investor interest

How has the war impacted financial institutions' operations?

• Reduced need for client communication

• Increased opportunities for new business

• Simplified regulatory environment

• Complex sanctions and need for unwinding transactions

What strategy is JP Morgan employing to compete with fintechs?

• A build and buy strategy

• Reducing investment in technology

• Ignoring fintechs as competitors

• Focusing solely on traditional banking

What is a major risk identified for the next 12 months?

• Decreasing global inflation

• Stable geopolitical environment

• Inflation and geopolitical tensions

• Improved supply chain conditions

How do clients perceive partnerships between fintechs and large banks?

• They see no added value in these partnerships

• They are skeptical of such partnerships

• They prefer to avoid fintechs altogether

• They appreciate the validation of fintechs by large banks