Alerian MLP Index ETN Price & Performance (AMJB)

The midstream energy sector saw robust equity repurchase activity in 2024, with companies spending $3.76 billion on buybacks. Six firms in the Alerian Midstream Energy Index executed $740 million in buybacks in Q4 alone. Cheniere Energy led the charge, accounting for nearly 60% of the total repurchases.1

Master Limited Partnerships (MLPs) are benefiting from a strong trend of distribution growth, a key driver for investor returns. Historical data shows that growing distributions often correlate with positive price performance, supported by improved financial flexibility and lower leverage in the sector.2

JPMorgan Chase has introduced 2-year digital barrier notes tied to the S&P 500 and Russell 2000 indices. Offering a contingent return of at least 10.85%, the notes carry risks tied to index performance and creditworthiness. Investors could lose principal if index values fall below specified thresholds.3