JP MORGAN CHASE(US:JPM)2026-01-13 14:32Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The firm reported net income of $13 billion and EPS of $4.63 for Q4 2025, with an ROTCE of 18% [3] - Full year net income was $57.5 billion, EPS of $20.18, and revenue of $185 billion, with an ROTCE of 20% [4] - Revenue for Q4 increased by 7% year on year to $46.8 billion, driven by higher markets revenue and asset management fees [3] - Expenses for Q4 were $24 billion, up 5% year on year, primarily due to higher volume and revenue-related expenses [3] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Consumer & Community Banking (CCB) reported net income of $3.6 billion, with revenue of $19.4 billion, up 6% year on year [5] - Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB) net income was $7.3 billion, with revenue of $19.4 billion, up 10% year on year [6] - Asset and Wealth Management (AWM) reported net income of $1.8 billion, with revenue of $6.5 billion, up 13% year on year [7] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Markets fixed income revenue was up 7% year on year, while equities revenue increased by 40% [7] - The firm experienced net inflows of $105 billion for the quarter and $183 billion for the year in liquidity [8] - Long-term net inflows for AWM were $52 billion for the quarter and $209 billion for the full year, positive across all channels and asset classes [7] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on making necessary investments to secure its position against both traditional and non-traditional competitors [13] - The integration of the Apple Card is expected to enhance modernization and user experience in the card business [41][50] - The firm anticipates strong client engagement and deal activity in 2026, supported by constructive market dynamics [6] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the macroeconomic environment for 2026, citing consumer resilience and potential deregulation benefits [56] - Concerns were raised about geopolitical risks and large deficits, which could impact the economy [56] - The firm expects NII ex-Markets to be about $95 billion for 2026, with modest expectations for consumer deposit growth [11][62] Other Important Information - The firm is closely monitoring leading indicators for signs of stress in consumer behavior, with current trends remaining consistent with historical norms [6] - The advanced RWA contribution from the Apple Card transaction was about $110 billion, expected to reduce to approximately $30 billion in the near term [5] Q&A Session Questions and Answers Question: On the stablecoin issue and its impact on banks - Jamie Dimon discussed the risks of a parallel banking system without appropriate regulation, emphasizing the importance of consumer benefits [20][22] Question: Regarding deposit growth despite new checking accounts - Dimon noted that while checking account growth was strong, yield-seeking flows and a lower savings rate impacted deposit growth [24][25] Question: On the credit card business and Apple Card acquisition - Jeremy Barnum highlighted the economic appeal of the Apple Card deal and its potential to enhance the firm's modernization agenda [40][41] Question: About potential caps on credit card APRs - Barnum explained that price controls could lead to reduced access to credit, particularly for subprime borrowers, negatively impacting the industry [42][43] Question: On technology spending and AI investments - Dimon indicated that technology spending would increase, driven by opportunities in various areas, including AI [88][89]