Why Analysts Are Closely Watching JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM)

JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE:JPM) is among the most profitable US stocks to buy. On January 14, CICC began coverage on JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE:JPM) with an ‘Outperform’ rating and a price target of $355, according to TheFly. Slightly above the consensus median price target of $350, the unchanged price target suggests an upside potential of nearly 13%.

Just a day earlier, JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE:JPM) reported its fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 financial results, delivering strong performance across all segments. With an EPS of $5.23, the company outperformed analyst projections of $4.86 by 7.61%. Throughout the earnings call, management highlighted the company’s sustained strength in a competitive banking space. That said, the bank maintains solid capital levels while expanding both its loan and deposit offerings.

Looking ahead, JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE:JPM) expects to achieve approximately $103 billion in net interest income and approximately $95 billion excluding Markets. The bank remains committed to preserving its market leadership through investments in technology modernization and strategic partnerships.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE:JPM) is a New York-based financial services company operating through three segments: Consumer & Community Banking, Commercial & Investment Banking, and Asset & Wealth Management.

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