JPMorgan Chase & Co

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is a prominent American multinational finance corporation headquartered in New York City and incorporated in Delaware. As of 2024, it stands as the largest bank in the United States and the world's foremost bank by market capitalization. Recognized as the largest among the Big Four banks in America, the firm is deemed systemically important by the Financial Stability Board. Its considerable size and scale frequently result in heightened regulatory scrutiny, along with the maintenance of an internal "Fortress Balance Sheet." The company's headquarters are located in Midtown Manhattan, with plans to return to the new JPMorgan Chase Building under construction at 270 Park Avenue in November 2025.

JPMorgan Chase was formed in 2000 through the merger of two New York City institutions, J.P. Morgan & Co. and Chase Manhattan Company. Tracing its roots back to 1799, the firm's early history began with the establishment of what would eventually become the Bank of the Manhattan Company. J.P. Morgan & Co. was founded in 1871 by American financier J. P. Morgan, who inaugurated the House of Morgan at 23 Wall Street as a national provider of commercial, investment, and private banking services. Presently, the firm is a leading provider of investment banking solutions, encompassing corporate advisory, mergers and acquisitions, sales and trading, and public offerings. Its private banking and asset management divisions rank among the largest globally concerning total assets, while its retail banking and credit card services are offered under the Chase brand in both the U.S. and the United Kingdom.

As of 2024, JPMorgan Chase ranks as the world's fifth-largest bank by total assets, boasting $4.36 trillion in assets. The firm is recognized for operating the largest investment bank globally by revenue and occupies the 24th position on the Fortune 500 list of the largest corporations in the U.S. by revenue. In 2023, JPMorgan Chase was named the top firm in the Forbes Global 2000 rankings. The company’s strong balance sheet, extensive geographic presence, and influential thought leadership have contributed to a significant market share in the banking sector and a high level of customer loyalty. However, it often faces criticism regarding its risk management practices, broad financing activities, and substantial legal settlements.