J.P. Morgan’s Markets business has once again demonstrated its industry leadership, garnering three major accolades at the recent Risk Awards 2026. In a year marked by market volatility and rapid change, the firm’s commitment to innovation, technology and client partnership stood out among global peers.
Navigating a year of volatility
2025 was defined by dramatic market swings, driven by geopolitical events and policy shifts — including President Trump’s sweeping tariffs in April, which sent shockwaves through global markets. The S&P 500 plunged 15% in days, volatility soared and investors had to quickly reposition portfolios amid rapid reversals.
J.P. Morgan’s long-term investments in trading infrastructure enabled its teams to respond with agility and at scale. At the height of market turbulence in April 2025, the Equities desk processed a record 29 billion trades in a single day — a 400% increase over pre-pandemic averages. The firm’s ability to manage surging volumes was a key differentiator for clients navigating uncertainty. As a result, its equities revenue increased 26% in the first three quarters of the year, while its cross-asset Quantitative Investment Strategies (QIS) platform delivered 35% revenue growth.
Innovation and client focus
In recognition of these achievements, Risk magazine named J.P. Morgan the Equity Derivatives House of the Year and QIS House of the Year, recognizing its leadership in structuring, trading and risk management across a broad spectrum of products.
The firm was also honored with the Best User Interface Innovation award for its Vida Beta One platform at the Risk Markets Technology Awards. The platform is central to J.P. Morgan’s commitment to redefining portfolio trading, and judges praised its ability to deliver cutting-edge analytics and pricing in an intuitive way.
Judges also highlighted J.P. Morgan’s continuous investment in other types of technology. Automation on platforms such as Robotrader, Trex and Execute have revolutionized the firm’s ability to handle high volumes and unlock new flows, while in-house AI tools for stock buybacks and bespoke hedging strategies have further enhanced its ability to deliver tailored solutions for clients.
Elsewhere, the launch of the Calamos Autocallable Income ETF in the U.S. — a three-way partnership with investment firm Calamos and fintech MerQube — brought $400 million in assets within five months, inspiring similar moves in Europe.
A partner in all market conditions
Ultimately, it is the breadth of J.P. Morgan’s offering that sets it apart from the competition. As one hedge fund manager noted, “J.P. Morgan covers most, if not all, the products we trade. They help us understand the product and take us on a journey.”
“We’re prepared for every scenario,” added Rachid Alaoui, global head of Equities at J.P. Morgan. “Our focus is on delivering value, managing risk and staying ahead of the curve.”
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