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Dimon: U.S.-Israel Action in Iran Vital for Stability

4/6/2026

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Dimon Defends Iran Action

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon says the U.S.-Israel campaign in Iran is a necessary response to a long-standing threat.
He rejects the view that Iran poses no danger, citing its history of funding terrorism.
He highlights the Strait of Hormuz blockade, which disrupts oil supplies and raises market volatility.
Dimon says regional allies, including Saudi Arabia, back ongoing military efforts to reshape Middle East power dynamics despite risks.

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Dimon Warns Mamdani

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon warned New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani that high taxes drive businesses away.
In his annual letter, he noted an exodus of companies and jobs due to rising costs.
Dimon said cities must compete globally, criticizing Mamdani's proposed tax hikes on the wealthy and corporations.
He warned that policies could shrink JPMorgan's New York workforce from 30,000 to 24,000 and push jobs to Texas.

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Dimon Defends Iran Action

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon says the U.S.-Israel campaign in Iran is a necessary response to a long-standing threat.
He rejects the view that Iran poses no danger, citing its history of funding terrorism.
He highlights the Strait of Hormuz blockade, which disrupts oil supplies and raises market volatility.
Dimon says regional allies, including Saudi Arabia, back ongoing military efforts to reshape Middle East power dynamics despite risks.

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