JPMorgan's big 2021 plans - 5 crypto-linked stocks to watch - Goldman Sachs' transformation

Good morning and welcome to Insider Finance. I'm Dan DeFrancesco, and here's what's on the agenda today:

• From fintech competition to M&A plans, here's what analysts are interested in when JPMorgan reports Q1 earnings.
• Goldman Sachs has changed a lot under the leadership of David Solomon. Here's everything that's happened under his watch.
• Wedbush highlighted five crypto-linked stocks for those looking to make a bet on the future of digital currencies.

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From fintech competition to M&A plans, here are 4 things JPMorgan analysts are keeping an eye on

JPMorgan will report its first-quarter earnings on April 14. In notes to clients and interviews, analysts say they're optimistic about how things are shaping up for the top US bank by assets.

Here's what analysts are watching.

Goldman Sachs has been going through a huge transformation under CEO David Solomon

From junior banker burnout to shake ups across its wealth and consumer businesses, here's everything you need to know about what's happening at Goldman Sachs. See more here.

Wedbush highlights 5 crypto-linked stocks to buy and an altcoin that could double its valuation in the next 12 to 18 months as a broader crypto ecosystem develops behind the scenes

Check out these five stocks that could serve as a good bet on the future of the crypto space. Read more here.

JOIN US APRIL 14: What's next for proptech in 2021?

Find out about what to expect for the future of proptech from three industry experts. Wells Fargo Strategic Capital's Osei Van Horne, Bain Capital Ventures' Merritt Hummer, and Doma's Max Simkoff share thoughts on what's next for the space. Find out more here.

Odd lots:

CEO Pay Surged in a Year of Upheaval and Leadership Challenges (WSJ)

Slavoj Žižek on GameStop, WallStreetBets, and the Future of Capitalism (Bloomberg)

Some Lululemon retail employees say there is an environment of 'toxic positivity,' where workers feel pressure to share personal information with managers and constant feedback can feel like bullying (Insider)

Exclusive: Goldman risk group examines 2021 market events for lessons - sources (Reuters)

Barclays' juniors grumble at scrapped bonuses as rivals ramp up perks for younger staff (Financial News)