JP Morgan Chase & CoJPMHOLDOct 10, 2018Stock price when the opinion was issued
As of Jul 10, 2026. Market Open.
There is also a Canadian CDR (hedged) version but he prefers the actual stock in US dollars. He doesn't like the hedged versions of stocks which neutralize the foreign exchange component and prefers the benefit of owning companies in US dollars. He owns this and other US financials. Canadian banks have done very well.
One of the largest US banks, the gold standard. Leading across all divisions. Consistently delivers some of the strongest returns in the industry.
Just reported strong quarter, record trading revenue, earnings up 13%, revenue ahead of expectations. Pulled back on slightly higher expense guidance. Higher-quality name, trades at a premium (for good reason).
Citi is still a turnaround story. CEO has been simplifying the business -- cutting costs and focusing on strongest franchises. Strong quarter, beat on revenue and earnings. Outperforming peers. Cheaper, with more upside potential (but more risk if turnaround stops working).
She's sticking with JPM, but C is a reasonable choice if you like the turnaround angle.
This is the best of the financial sector stocks, he feels. It has a great dividend and strong balance sheet. If the macro economies do well it will too. They can do buybacks and trades at 1.75 to book value. He thinks national credit provisions for losses will be a key sell signal – when they tighten, get out. Yield 2%.