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- JPMorgan Chase reports $63 billion of corporate bonds are rated high-yield or have negative outlooks, up from $37 billion in 2024.
- The rise signals growing instability in the US corporate bond market.
- The One Big Beautiful Bill Act may support consumer sentiment, and investors remain cautious about companies with high-risk capital plans.
- JPMorgan expects slower credit rating upgrades in 2026 due to acquisitions and increased leverage among tech issuers.
