Jamie Dimon says JPMorgan Chase could spend $20 billion on acquisition: 'We are on the lookout' - CNBC
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Jamie Dimon signaled JPMorgan could deploy up to $20 billion on acquisitions while simultaneously lifting expense guidance, sending shares down nearly 3% today. The higher cost outlook overshadows the M&A optionality narrative and, with 8 insider sells and zero buys in the last 30 days, the risk/reward for a near-term bounce is murky.
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Wrong ifA major deal announcement with a clear strategic premium target could re-rate JPM sharply higher; also, any Fed rate-cut delay narrative that benefits bank NII could reverse the weakness quickly.
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