JPMorgan prices $411K buffered equity notes, 78% participation
JPMorgan Chase Financial Company LLC priced $411,000 of uncapped buffered equity notes linked to the iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (EEM).
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JPMorgan Chase Financial Company LLC priced $411,000 of uncapped buffered equity notes linked to the iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (EEM). The notes priced on May 18, 2026 and are expected to settle on or about May 21, 2026. They pay at maturity based on the Fund Return multiplied by a Participation Rate of 78.00%, provide a Buffer Amount of 25.00% against initial losses, and mature on May 18, 2029. The Strike Value was $65.07 (closing price on May 15, 2026). Minimum denominations are $1,000. The notes do not pay interest or dividends and are unsecured obligations of JPMorgan Financial, fully and unconditionally guaranteed by JPMorgan Chase & Co. The price to public was $1,000 per note with selling commissions of $8.50 per note and an estimated value at issuance of $980.50 per $1,000 principal amount.
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Product offers buffered exposure to EEM with capped upside participation below full index performance.
The notes provide investors with 78.00% participation in positive Fund returns above a Strike Value of $65.07, and protect the first 25.00% of loss on the Fund Return; losses beyond the buffer reduce principal dollar-for-dollar. Credit risk rests with JPMorgan Financial and guarantor JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Secondary-market liquidity and pricing are likely constrained by dealer spreads, internal funding rates and embedded costs. Holders seeking the stated payoff must be prepared to hold to maturity or accept potentially significant discounting in any sale.
Tax treatment may be that of an "open transaction"; Section 1260 and Section 871(m) risks remain.
Special tax counsel states it is reasonable to treat the notes as open transactions for U.S. federal income tax purposes, which could produce long-term capital gain treatment if held >1 year. The opinion does not resolve the possible application of the constructive ownership rules or future regulatory guidance.
Non-U.S. holders should note the discussion of Section 871(m) and consult advisors about withholding risks and treaty applicability.
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