High-yield JPMorgan (AMJB) notes link returns to SLV and GDX ETFs
JPMorgan Chase Financial Company LLC, fully guaranteed by JPMorgan Chase & Co., is offering callable contingent interest notes linked to the lesser performance of the iShares Silver Trust (SLV) and the VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX), maturing on January 31, 2030. The notes pay a monthly contingent coupon of at least 14.95% per annum (about 1.24583% per month) only if, on each review date, both ETFs close at or above 70% of their initial value. The issuer can redeem the notes early on specified interest payment dates, starting May 1, 2026, at $1,000 plus any due interest. At maturity, if not called and both funds remain at or above the 70% buffer level, investors receive $1,000 plus the final coupon; if either fund finishes below this buffer, principal is reduced according to the loss beyond a 30% buffer, with up to 70% principal loss possible. The preliminary estimated value is about $949.60 per $1,000 note and will not be less than $900 when finalized, reflecting selling costs and hedging.
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FAQ
What are the key features of the JPMorgan (AMJB) callable contingent interest notes linked to SLV and GDX?
The notes are unsecured obligations of JPMorgan Chase Financial Company LLC, guaranteed by JPMorgan Chase & Co., linked to the lesser performance of the iShares Silver Trust and the VanEck Gold Miners ETF, with monthly contingent interest payments, an issuer call feature, and maturity on January 31, 2030.
How is interest on these JPMorgan (AMJB) structured notes determined?
On each review date, if the closing price of one share of each fund is at or above 70% of its initial value (the Interest Barrier), investors receive a contingent interest payment of at least $12.4583 per $1,000 (a rate of at least 14.95% per annum). If either fund is below its barrier, no interest is paid for that period.
What principal protection or downside risk do these JPMorgan (AMJB) notes offer?
The notes include a 30% buffer. If held to maturity and either fund’s final value is below 70% of its initial value, repayment is reduced by the decline beyond that buffer, so investors can lose up to 70% of principal per $1,000 note.
When can JPMorgan redeem these callable contingent interest notes early?
JPMorgan may, at its option, redeem the notes early, in whole but not in part, on any interest payment date other than the first, second, and final dates. If called, investors receive $1,000 plus any applicable contingent interest on that date and no further payments.
What is the estimated value of the JPMorgan (AMJB) SLV and GDX-linked notes?
If the notes priced on the reference date in the document, the estimated value would be approximately $949.60 per $1,000 principal amount. The final estimated value, set on the pricing date, will be disclosed and will not be less than $900 per $1,000 note.
What are the main risks highlighted for investors in these JPMorgan structured notes?
Key risks include potential loss of up to 70% of principal, the possibility of receiving no interest if either fund stays below its barrier on review dates, credit risk of JPMorgan entities, lack of liquidity as the notes are not exchange-listed, and exposure to silver and gold-mining sector volatility, as well as currency and non-U.S. securities risks for the VanEck Gold Miners ETF.
How are these JPMorgan (AMJB) notes treated for U.S. federal income tax purposes?
JPMorgan intends to treat the notes as prepaid forward contracts with associated contingent coupons, with contingent interest payments taxed as ordinary income, based on counsel’s view that this is a reasonable approach, though the IRS could adopt a different treatment. Non-U.S. holders may face 30% withholding on contingent interest, subject to treaty relief and documentation.