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JPM or MS: Which Investment Banking Powerhouse is the Better Buy Now?
ZACKS·2025-08-12 13:56

Key Takeaways JPMorgan leads global IB fees with 8.9% share and strong first-half 2025 fee growth.Trading gains from tariff volatility boost JPM's performance despite macro uncertainty.JPMorgan trades at a lower P/E with higher ROE and stronger YTD stock gains than Morgan Stanley.For investors eyeing the heart of Wall Street’s deal-making engine, JPMorgan (JPM) and Morgan Stanley (MS) are standout options. From advising on multibillion-dollar mergers and acquisitions (M&As) to underwriting high-profile IPOs ...