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According to a new SEC filing, Jamie Dimon, the long-serving CEO of JPMorgan Chase, has sold 133,639 shares of company stock worth approximately $31.5 million. The transaction was executed on April 14 at an average price of $235 per share, leaving Dimon with 1.32 million shares in direct ownership. He also holds additional stock indirectly via family trusts, 401(k) plans, GRATs, and a limited liability company.
From Long-Term Holder to Strategic Seller
Dimon, historically viewed as a long-term investor in JPMorgan stock—especially during volatile periods like 2007, 2009, 2012, and 2016—has notably shifted strategy.
In 2024, Dimon sold approximately 1 million shares over two major transactions:
February 2024: Sold 821,778 shares for around $150 millionApril 2024: Offloaded another 178,222 shares, valued at about $33 million
Additionally, in February 2025, he liquidated another $233 million worth of JPMorgan stock, amounting to over 11% of his total holdings.
Strong Profits, Weak Confidence
JPMorgan recently posted strong first-quarter earnings, beating Wall Street expectations. However, despite the positive numbers, the bank remains cautious amid global economic and trade uncertainties.
The return of Donald Trump to the presidency initially sparked optimism in business circles. But that momentum stalled following the administration’s steep tariffs on multiple countries, which have since been temporarily paused.
Dimon noted during the Q1 earnings call that middle-market clients are pulling back on investments and deal-making due to the volatile economic environment.
Succession Planning in Motion
Now approaching 20 years at the helm of the largest U.S. bank by assets, Dimon has begun succession planning.
In May 2024, he remarked that his tenure was “not five years anymore”, signaling a potential exit timeline between 2025 and 2026. While Dimon intends to remain CEO “for the next few years,” a transition to chairman is reportedly being considered.
His recent share sales are fueling speculation about his long-term intentions at JPMorgan, even as the bank continues to dominate the U.S. financial sector.
Conclusion
Jamie Dimon’s recent $31.5 million stock sale, part of a larger offloading trend, coincides with leadership transition discussions and increasing economic instability. While JPMorgan remains a market leader under his direction, the timing and scale of Dimon’s sell-offs suggest that significant changes could be on the horizon—both for the CEO and the institution he’s shaped for two decades.
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Despite previously declaring he would never speak about Bitcoin again, the CEO of JPMorgan Chase continues to make derogatory statements about this cryptocurrency. This time he compared Bitcoin to smoking. He acknowledged that the freedom to trade Bitcoin belongs to everyone, but asserted that they should not hold it, similar to having the right to smoke but not should smoke.

Previously, he always regarded Bitcoin as a "Ponzi scheme" and believed it had no intrinsic value, primarily used in illegal activities such as money laundering, human trafficking, and ransomware attacks.

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JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon has reaffirmed his long-standing skepticism towards Bitcoin, once again asserting that the cryptocurrency lacks "intrinsic value." In a recent interview with CBS 60 Minutes, Dimon reiterated his concerns about Bitcoin, associating it with illicit activities such as money laundering, ransomware attacks, and human trafficking. He firmly stated, "Bitcoin itself has no intrinsic value," casting doubt on its legitimacy as a stable asset.
Despite his critical stance on Bitcoin, Dimon made it clear that individuals are free to invest in the cryptocurrency, likening it to personal choices such as smoking. "You have the right to do it, but that doesn’t mean it’s good for you," he noted. This statement underscores his cautious approach to digital assets, even as he recognizes the growing interest in them among investors.
However, Dimon’s view on the broader digital asset space appears to be evolving. While he continues to dismiss Bitcoin, he acknowledged the future role of digital currencies, suggesting that we will inevitably see some form of digital currency emerge. This reflects JPMorgan's ongoing interest in blockchain technology, with Dimon previously revealing that the bank is one of the largest users of blockchain, using it to improve data sharing and trust-building between banks and clients. Furthermore, JPMorgan has developed its own digital token, JPM Coin, aimed at facilitating institutional transactions.
Dimon’s remarks highlight a growing recognition of blockchain’s potential, especially in enhancing transparency and efficiency in financial systems. However, he tempered this enthusiasm by downplaying blockchain’s revolutionary potential compared to other technologies like artificial intelligence. These comments, alongside Dimon's history of criticizing Bitcoin, continue to shape the ongoing debate about the future of digital currencies and their place in the global financial landscape.
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