By Swann Collins, investor, writer and consultant in international affairs – Eurasia Business News. October 11, 2024. Article no 1257.

The investment bank JPMorgan Chase has declared that the U.S. economy has successfully achieved a soft landing, characterized by lower inflation and steady growth. This assessment comes after the bank reported better-than-expected third-quarter earnings, indicating resilience among consumers and large corporations, even after the Fed recently cut interest rates for the first time in four years. Executives said consumers continued to spend and big businesses are confident, the kind of economy the Fed had been hoping to engineer.

Key Highlights

Strong Earnings: JPMorgan’s profits from lending exceeded expectations, prompting the bank to raise its profit forecasts for the year. This performance reflects a robust economic environment that aligns with the Federal Reserve’s goals.

Consumer Confidence: Executives noted continued strong consumer spending and confidence among major businesses, suggesting a balanced economic landscape. Chief Financial Officer Jeremy Barnum emphasized that these results support the notion of a soft landing.

Economic Indicators: The bank’s outlook is bolstered by indicators such as low unemployment rates and gradual inflation alignment with the Fed’s targets. Inflation has seen a notable decline, with core inflation rates dropping significantly from previous highs.

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Future Projections: Looking ahead, JPMorgan anticipates generating approximately $92.5 billion in net interest income for the full year, slightly up from earlier estimates. However, concerns remain regarding potential decreases in lending profits as interest rates are expected to be lowered further.

Cautionary Notes

Despite this optimistic outlook, CEO Jamie Dimon expressed caution about potential economic challenges, including geopolitical risks and the possibility of stagflation. He acknowledged that while a soft landing is hoped for, it is not guaranteed. Overall, JPMorgan’s assessment points to a resilient U.S. economy navigating through a complex landscape of monetary policy changes and shifting economic conditions.

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