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JPMorgan profit rises as Jamie Dimon flags economic risks

JPMorgan reported third-quarter earnings Tuesday, with investment banking and trading strength lifting results while higher interest rates weighed on profits.

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What happened

JPMorgan reported third-quarter earnings before the bell on Tuesday, with profit rising on investment banking and trading strength. CEO Jamie Dimon said the U.S. economy remains supported by strong business investment and consumer spending, but warned that several risks could create challenges ahead. Some reports described the results as surprisingly spotty, with higher interest rates cutting into profits, while rival Goldman Sachs posted better-than-expected results.

Why it matters

Dimon warned that economic forces are shifting under the surface, citing large fiscal deficits and persistent inflation pressures. Elevated interest rates are also cutting into the bank's profits.

Timeline

  1. Oct 13, 6:35 AM ET: JPMorgan reported third-quarter profit rising on investment banking and trading strength.
  2. Oct 13, 7:50 AM ET: Jamie Dimon said the U.S. economy remains strong but warned that risks are shifting under the surface, with JPMorgan stock gaining despite a third-quarter earnings miss.

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