JPMorgan (AMJB) unveils S&P 500 futures-linked uncapped barrier notes
JPMorgan Chase Financial Company LLC, fully guaranteed by JPMorgan Chase & Co., is offering Uncapped Accelerated Barrier Notes linked to the S&P 500 ae Futures Excess Return Index, maturing on January 16, 2031. The notes provide at least 1.8975x any positive Index performance at maturity, with no cap on upside.
If the Index on the observation date is at or above 75% of its initial level, investors receive at least their principal, and if it is higher than the initial level they receive leveraged gains. If the Index finishes below the 75% barrier, repayment is reduced one-for-one with the Index decline, and investors can lose some or all of principal. The notes pay no interest, are unsecured obligations subject to the credit risk of JPMorgan entities, and will not be listed on an exchange. The estimated value is illustrated at about $946 per $1,000 note, and will not be less than $920 per $1,000 note when set, reflecting selling costs and hedging economics.
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FAQ
What is JPMorgan ae AMJB Uncapped Accelerated Barrier Notes offering?
The AMJB notes are Uncapped Accelerated Barrier Notes issued by JPMorgan Chase Financial Company LLC, guaranteed by JPMorgan Chase & Co., linked to the S&P 500 ae Futures Excess Return Index and scheduled to mature on January 16, 2031. They offer leveraged exposure to Index gains and conditional protection against moderate declines.
How do investors in AMJB notes earn returns at maturity?
At maturity, if the Index final level is above its initial level, investors receive $1,000 plus the Index return multiplied by an Upside Leverage Factor of at least 1.8975. If the final level is between the initial level and 75% of the initial level, investors receive only their principal back.
When can investors lose principal on the JPMorgan AMJB structured notes?
If the Index b4s final level is below 75% of its initial level, investors lose 1% of principal for every 1% the Index has fallen from the initial level. In a severe decline, up to 100% of the principal can be lost at maturity.
Do the AMJB S&P 500 Futures Excess Return Index notes pay interest?
No. The notes do not pay periodic interest. All potential return is realized at maturity based on the performance of the S&P 500 ae Futures Excess Return Index relative to the initial level and the 75% barrier.
What is the estimated value of the AMJB notes versus the price to public?
If priced on the example date, the estimated value would be approximately $946 per $1,000 note, and when finalized will not be less than $920 per $1,000. This estimated value is lower than the price to public because it reflects selling commissions, projected hedging profits or losses and hedging costs.
What key risks are highlighted for investors in JPMorgan AMJB notes?
Major risks include the possibility of losing some or all principal if the Index finishes below the 75% barrier, no interest payments, credit risk of JPMorgan Financial and JPMorgan Chase & Co., potential low or volatile secondary market prices, and structural risks tied to the futures-based Index, including volatility, negative roll returns and market disruptions.
How is the underlying S&P 500 Futures Excess Return Index constructed for AMJB notes?
The Index tracks the performance of the nearest maturing quarterly E-mini ae S&P 500 ae futures contracts on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange and reflects excess return from futures price changes and quarterly contract rolls. It does not include interest on collateral and can be affected by factors such as dividend yields, financing costs, margin requirements and roll yields.