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Newly ranked Zacks #1 (Strong Buy) stock JP Morgan Chase & Co., commonly known as JP Morgan ((JPM - Free Report) ), is one of the world’s largest and most influential institutions. The banking juggernaut operates as a multinational investment bank and financial services company, offering various services to individuals, businesses, and governments. JP Morgan provides services such as investment banking, asset management, commercial banking, private banking, securities trading, and treasury services. The company plays a significant role in global finance by facilitating capital raising, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and trading in several unique markets. Additionally, the company offers retail banking services, including mortgages, credit cards, and personal loans, serving millions of consumers worldwide. With iconic CEO Jamie Dimon at the helm, the company is best known for its expertise in navigating complex financial environments like the one we’re experiencing now.
Tough Times Never Last. But Strong Banks Do
This March, three mid-size US banks failed in less than a week. Outside of the pandemic crash of 2020, banks are on pace for their worst year since the Global Financial Crisis of 2008. The SPDR S&P Bank ETF ((KBE - Free Report) ) is down nearly 20%, while the SPDR Regional Banking ETF ((KRE - Free Report) ) is down a staggering 29% year-to-date.
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Deposits Are the Lifeblood of Banks
JP Morgan grew through acquisitions, both domestic and foreign. Most notably, the company acquired the failed First Republic Bank with generous assistance from the FDIC. Internationally, the company has grown through investments like the one in Brazil’s C6 Bank (JPM owns 46% now). All these acquisitions, combined with JPM’s reputation as a stable bank, have led to soaring deposits, while competitors like Bank of America ((BAC - Free Report) ), Goldman Sachs ((GS - Free Report) ), and Morgan Stanley ((MS - Free Report) ) experience deposit droughts. In fact, JPM added $85 billion in deposits year-over-year and is ranked #1 in deposit growth.
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Deposits are the lifeblood of banks because they enable lending, generate income, and maintain liquidity. The ongoing banking crisis is only helping JPM further.
Benefitting from the Most Popular Credit Card Franchise
Though a potential economic slowdown and high rates will hamper wholesale loan demand, demand for consumer loans (specifically credit cards) will likely remain strong in the near term. Analysts tracked by Zacks are taking note – six analysts have revised estimates higher, while only one has revised estimates lower.
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Strong Cash Position & Return on Equity
JPM has a solid balance sheet. Most of the company’s debt is long-term, and the company has ample money coming in to cover any obligations (even if the economy turns sour). JPM’s trailing return on equity (ROE) reflects its growth potential. The company’s trailing ROE of 17.97% compares favorably with the banking industry’s 12.56% ROE.
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Bottom Line
Despite a challenging banking landscape, with many banks facing significant declines, JP Morgan remains resilient. The company’s success is attributed to strategic acquisitions and substantial deposit growth, in contrast to competitors experiencing deposit shortages.
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Bull of the Day: JP Morgan Chase & Co (JPM)
Company Overview
Newly ranked Zacks #1 (Strong Buy) stock JP Morgan Chase & Co., commonly known as JP Morgan ((JPM - Free Report) ), is one of the world’s largest and most influential institutions. The banking juggernaut operates as a multinational investment bank and financial services company, offering various services to individuals, businesses, and governments. JP Morgan provides services such as investment banking, asset management, commercial banking, private banking, securities trading, and treasury services. The company plays a significant role in global finance by facilitating capital raising, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and trading in several unique markets. Additionally, the company offers retail banking services, including mortgages, credit cards, and personal loans, serving millions of consumers worldwide. With iconic CEO Jamie Dimon at the helm, the company is best known for its expertise in navigating complex financial environments like the one we’re experiencing now.
Tough Times Never Last. But Strong Banks Do
This March, three mid-size US banks failed in less than a week. Outside of the pandemic crash of 2020, banks are on pace for their worst year since the Global Financial Crisis of 2008. The SPDR S&P Bank ETF ((KBE - Free Report) ) is down nearly 20%, while the SPDR Regional Banking ETF ((KRE - Free Report) ) is down a staggering 29% year-to-date.
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Deposits Are the Lifeblood of Banks
JP Morgan grew through acquisitions, both domestic and foreign. Most notably, the company acquired the failed First Republic Bank with generous assistance from the FDIC. Internationally, the company has grown through investments like the one in Brazil’s C6 Bank (JPM owns 46% now). All these acquisitions, combined with JPM’s reputation as a stable bank, have led to soaring deposits, while competitors like Bank of America ((BAC - Free Report) ), Goldman Sachs ((GS - Free Report) ), and Morgan Stanley ((MS - Free Report) ) experience deposit droughts. In fact, JPM added $85 billion in deposits year-over-year and is ranked #1 in deposit growth.
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Deposits are the lifeblood of banks because they enable lending, generate income, and maintain liquidity. The ongoing banking crisis is only helping JPM further.
Benefitting from the Most Popular Credit Card Franchise
Though a potential economic slowdown and high rates will hamper wholesale loan demand, demand for consumer loans (specifically credit cards) will likely remain strong in the near term. Analysts tracked by Zacks are taking note – six analysts have revised estimates higher, while only one has revised estimates lower.
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Strong Cash Position & Return on Equity
JPM has a solid balance sheet. Most of the company’s debt is long-term, and the company has ample money coming in to cover any obligations (even if the economy turns sour). JPM’s trailing return on equity (ROE) reflects its growth potential. The company’s trailing ROE of 17.97% compares favorably with the banking industry’s 12.56% ROE.
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Bottom Line
Despite a challenging banking landscape, with many banks facing significant declines, JP Morgan remains resilient. The company’s success is attributed to strategic acquisitions and substantial deposit growth, in contrast to competitors experiencing deposit shortages.