ºÚÁÏÍø

JPMorganChase, Axios, and the U.S. Conference of Mayors have announced the launch of Zoom In, a partnership focused on sharing and scaling solutions for local economic growth across American communities. The initiative will begin with an event in Washington, D.C., on January 16th, followed by a year-long series of meetings in major cities including Chicago, Austin, Columbus, San Francisco, Boston, and Atlanta.

The partnership will explore various local challenges including housing, inflation, healthcare, and workforce innovation impacts. A dedicated content hub will be created to share insights and experiences from local leaders and experts throughout the year. The collaboration aims to highlight successful public-private partnerships and showcase how local elected officials, community leaders, and business leaders work together to drive community progress.

JPMorgan Chase Commercial Banking and The Women Presidents Organization (WPO) have opened nominations for the 2025 50 Fastest Growing Women-Owned/Led Companiesâ„¢ ranking. Applications are being accepted through February 17, 2025, with winners to be honored at the WPO Entrepreneurial Excellence Forum in San Antonio, Texas, on May 7-9, 2025.

To qualify, companies must be privately held, women-owned or led, with minimum annual revenues of $500,000 in each of the past five years. The 2024 honorees collectively generated $7 billion in revenue, with 94% being business founders. These companies averaged 11 years in business, representing diverse sectors including fertility, health and wellness, security, technology, and staffing.

JPMorganChase's 2025 Business Leaders Outlook survey reveals increased optimism among small and midsize business leaders. Confidence in the national economy rose 12 percentage points to 55% for small businesses and doubled to 65% for midsize businesses compared to last year.

Key findings include:

• 75% of respondents express positive outlook for next 12 months
• About 70% of businesses are either uncertain about or not expecting recession in 2025
• 67% of small businesses predict higher profits, 66% expect higher sales
• 74% of midsize businesses anticipate revenue increases

Despite optimism, businesses face challenges including inflation, labor constraints, and international trade concerns. Nearly half of businesses plan geographic expansion, while 48% of small businesses plan to implement AI applications. The survey, conducted in November-December 2024, included 2,644 business leaders with revenues between $100,000 and $500 million.

J.P. Morgan Asset Management has announced two strategic hires to strengthen its retirement business. Josh Forstater joins as Managing Director, Head of Everyday 401(k), where he will lead the expansion of retirement plan services for small businesses and startups. Forstater, previously from Vestwell, brings extensive experience in technology and distribution.

Tina Anstett joins as Executive Director, ERISA Strategist, bringing over 25 years of industry experience. She will lead the firm's legislative and regulatory thought leadership program, enhancing J.P. Morgan's Retirement Insights platform. The appointments align with J.P. Morgan's projection of 300,000 new retirement plans by 2030, primarily from small businesses.

J.P. Morgan Wealth Management has achieved top rankings in the J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Wealth Management Digital Experience Study for both self-directed and full-service investor satisfaction. The firm scored 45 points above average for self-directed investors and 59 points above average for full-service investors.

The digital platform offers comprehensive features including portfolio review, money transfers, trading capabilities, and investment exploration. Recent innovations include fractional shares for over 3,000 stocks and ETFs, enhanced performance views, market alerts, and a simplified trade ticket. The Chase app also provides free personalized financial planning tools, which have been utilized by over two million clients.

This recognition makes J.P. Morgan the most-awarded brand since the study's inception in 2022, demonstrating their commitment to providing exceptional digital services across both self-directed and advisor-guided investment options.

JPMorgan Chase has announced its upcoming fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 earnings conference call, scheduled for January 15, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. (EDT). Financial results will be released at approximately 7:00 a.m. (EDT). The company will broadcast results through multiple channels, including a live audio webcast, social media platforms @JPMorgan and @Chase, and an SEC Form 8-K filing.

As of September 30, 2024, JPMorgan Chase reported $4.2 trillion in assets and $346 billion in stockholders' equity. The firm maintains its position as a leading financial services provider, offering investment banking, consumer and small business services, commercial banking, financial transaction processing, and asset management services globally.

Chase Freedom is celebrating its 15th anniversary of rotating cash back categories in 2025, launching Q1 with exciting rewards across four categories. From January 1 through March 31, 2025, Freedom and Freedom Flex cardmembers can earn 5% cash back on up to $1,500 in combined purchases at:

• Norwegian Cruise Lines (direct bookings only)
• Grocery Stores
• Fitness Clubs
• Hair, Nails and Spa Services

Chase Freedom Flex cardmembers continue to earn additional rewards: 5% on Chase Travel bookings, 3% on dining and drugstore purchases, and 1% on all other purchases. The celebration will continue throughout the year with special categories and perks for cardmembers.

JPMorgan Chase (NYSE: JPM) has announced dividend declarations for its Series CC and HH preferred stock. The firm, a leading U.S.-based financial services company, reported $4.2 trillion in assets and $346 billion in stockholders' equity as of September 30, 2024.

JPMorgan Chase maintains leadership positions in investment banking, consumer and small business financial services, commercial banking, financial transaction processing, and asset management. Through its J.P. Morgan and Chase brands, the company serves millions of U.S. customers and prominent corporate, institutional, and government clients globally.

JPMorganChase (NYSE: JPM) has announced the election of Michele G. Buck, 63, as a director of the company, effective March 17, 2025. Buck is currently Chairman of the Board, President and CEO of The Hershey Company. She brings over 30 years of consumer-packaged goods experience, having held senior leadership roles at Hershey since 2005, including CEO since 2017, COO, and President of North America operations. Prior to Hershey, she served as an officer at Kraft/Nabisco for 17 years and started her career at Frito-Lay. Buck also serves on the Board of Directors at New York Life, where she was Lead Independent Director and chaired multiple committees.