Saturday, October 5, 2013

JP Morgan Resumes Settlement Talks in MBS Case (JPM)

JP Morgan Chase (JPM) has reportedly resumed talks with the U.S. as the bank is on the verge of a lawsuit concerning its representation of mortgage-backed securities it sold from 2005 through 2007.

The subprime mortgage crisis has been a hot topic since the Great Recession. JP Morgan, among other financial institutions, is in focus as the U.S. notified that institution that it is ready to file a formalized complaint. It seems unlikely that the case will ever go to court as it appears JP Morgan is quite eager to settle the matter and shoulder a hefty fine.

The hits just keep coming for JP Morgan as it is still dealing with the trading loss brought on by the “London Whale” as well as a lawsuit two years ago that stemmed from its acquisition of Bear Stearns.

JP Morgan shares were down $1.14, or 2.27%, at Tuesday’s close. The stock is up 14% YTD.

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