JPMorgan Chase Financial Company LLC (AMJB) S&P 500 capped dual directional buffered equity notes
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JPMorgan Chase Financial Company LLC, fully guaranteed by JPMorgan Chase & Co., is offering Capped Dual Directional Buffered Equity Notes linked to the S&P 500® Index and maturing in December 2027. The notes are designed for investors seeking capped, unleveraged exposure to index gains or to the absolute value of modest index declines, with a Maximum Upside Return of at least 13.90% and a 15.00% downside buffer.
At maturity, investors receive $1,000 plus the Index Return, capped at a payment of at least $1,139.00 per $1,000 if the index rises, or plus the Absolute Index Return when the index is flat or down by up to 15.00%, for a maximum $1,150.00 per $1,000 in that scenario. If the index falls by more than 15.00%, principal is reduced one-for-one beyond the buffer, with losses up to 85.00% of principal. The notes pay no interest, do not provide dividends, are not FDIC insured or exchange-listed, and their value depends on the credit risk of the issuer and guarantor. If priced today, the estimated value would be about $962.50 per $1,000 principal amount, and the final estimated value will not be less than $900.00 per $1,000.
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FAQ
What are the JPMorgan Capped Dual Directional Buffered Equity Notes (AMJB)?
These are unsecured, unsubordinated structured notes issued by JPMorgan Chase Financial Company LLC, fully and unconditionally guaranteed by JPMorgan Chase & Co. They are linked to the S&P 500® Index and are scheduled to mature on December 22, 2027, with a minimum denomination of $1,000 per note.
How is the payment at maturity on AMJB notes determined?
If the Final Value of the S&P 500® Index is above the Initial Value, investors receive $1,000 plus the Index Return, capped by a Maximum Upside Return of at least 13.90%, for at least $1,139.00 per $1,000 when the index gain reaches that cap. If the index is unchanged or down by up to the 15.00% Buffer Amount, investors receive $1,000 plus the Absolute Index Return, up to $1,150.00 per $1,000 when the index is down 15.00%.
What is the maximum possible gain and loss on the AMJB structured notes?
If the Index Return is positive, total return is capped at a Maximum Upside Return of at least 13.90%, corresponding to a payment of at least $1,139.00 per $1,000 note. If the Index Return is negative but within the 15.00% buffer, the maximum payment is $1,150.00 per $1,000. If the index falls by more than 15.00%, investors lose 1% of principal for each 1% drop beyond the buffer, with the payment potentially as low as $150.00 per $1,000, meaning up to 85.00% of principal can be lost.
Do AMJB notes pay interest or provide dividends from the S&P 500 Index?
No. The notes do not pay periodic interest, and investors will not receive dividends on the securities in the S&P 500® Index or have any voting or other rights with respect to those securities. All return is realized, if at all, only at maturity based on the Index Return and the note formulas.
What are the key risks of investing in JPMorgan AMJB structured notes?
Investors face principal risk, as a decline of the S&P 500® Index beyond the 15.00% buffer can lead to substantial losses up to 85.00% of principal. The notes are subject to the credit risk of JPMorgan Chase Financial Company LLC and JPMorgan Chase & Co., pay no interest, are not bank deposits, are not FDIC insured, and will not be listed on any securities exchange, which may limit liquidity and result in secondary market prices below the original issue price.
How are AMJB notes initially valued and what is their estimated value?
If the notes priced on the date referenced, the estimated value would be approximately $962.50 per $1,000 principal amount note, and when terms are set the estimated value disclosed will not be less than $900.00 per $1,000. This estimate reflects an internal funding rate and the value of embedded derivatives, and is lower than the original issue price because it includes selling commissions, projected hedging profits and hedging costs.
What are the U.S. federal income tax considerations for AMJB notes?
In the opinion of special tax counsel, it is reasonable to treat the notes as “open transactions” that are not debt instruments for U.S. federal income tax purposes, so gain or loss should generally be capital, and long-term if held for more than one year. However, the IRS or a court could disagree, and future guidance could change the tax treatment, possibly with retroactive effect. For Non-U.S. Holders, the issuer expects that Section 871(m) will not apply to the notes, but this determination is not binding on the IRS. Investors are urged to consult their tax advisers.