J.P. Morgan Expands Active ETF Lineup with Managed Futures Strategy

Event summary

  • J.P. Morgan Asset Management launched the JPMorgan Managed Futures Plus ETF (JPFP) on May 28, 2026, expanding its active ETF platform.
  • JPFP combines U.S. equities with a managed futures strategy, targeting long-term capital appreciation and diversification.
  • The fund is managed by the Quantitative Solutions team within J.P. Morgan's $529 billion Multi-Asset Solutions group.
  • JPFP is priced at 59 basis points and aims to offer low to negative correlation to traditional asset classes.

The big picture

J.P. Morgan's launch of JPFP underscores the firm's push to dominate the active ETF space, now ranking second globally in assets under management. The move reflects broader industry trends toward multi-asset strategies and the growing demand for non-correlated returns in volatile markets. With $4.3 trillion in AUM, J.P. Morgan is leveraging its scale and quantitative expertise to capture a larger share of the diversified investment landscape.

What we're watching

Product Differentiation
Whether JPFP's managed futures strategy can deliver on its promise of low correlation to traditional assets during market stress.
Market Adoption
The pace at which advisors and institutional investors incorporate JPFP into diversified portfolios.
Competitive Positioning
How J.P. Morgan's active ETF lineup compares to peers in attracting assets amid growing demand for non-traditional strategies.