JPMorgan Chase: The Place To Be When Storm Clouds Gather

Long Player Investing Group Leader Follow Summary JPMorgan Chase remains a strong buy despite worsening macroeconomic indicators and potential cyclical downturns. I prioritize JPM's exceptional management, led by Jamie Dimon, as the key differentiator and primary reason for continued investment. JPM consistently delivers return on common equity of 17% to 24%, well above the typical long-term average of 13%. I intend to add to my JPM position on any weakness, trusting management to outperform even in challenging environments. This idea was discussed in more depth with members of my private investing community, Oil & Gas Value Research. Learn More » jetcityimage/iStock Editorial via Getty Images The last article I wrote on JPMorgan Chase & Co. ( JPM ) continued a series of articles about how this company is probably a consideration despite the macroeconomic storm clouds gathering. Since I began my rather cautious investing stance, the consumer This article was written by Long Player 26.04K Followers Follow Long Player believes oil and gas is a boom-bust, cyclical industry. It takes patience, and it certainly helps to have experience. He has been focusing on this industry for years. He is a retired CPA, and holds an MBA and MA. He leads the investing group Oil & Gas Value Research. He looks for under-followed oil companies and out-of-favor midstream companies that offer compelling opportunities. The group includes an active chat room in which Oil & Gas investors discuss recent information and share ideas. Learn more. Analyst’s Disclosure: I/we have a beneficial long position in the shares of JPM either through stock ownership, options, or other derivatives. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinions. I am not receiving compensation for it (other than from Seeking Alpha). I have no business relationship with any company whose stock is mentioned in this article. Disclosure: I am not an investment advisor, and this article is not meant to be a recommendation of the purchase or sale of stock. Investors are advised to review all company documents and press releases to see if the company fits their own investment qualifications. I may start an initial position in Total without further notice. Seeking Alpha's Disclosure: Past performance is no guarantee of future results. No recommendation or advice is being given as to whether any investment is suitable for a particular investor. Any views or opinions expressed above may not reflect those of Seeking Alpha as a whole. Seeking Alpha is not a licensed securities dealer, broker or US investment adviser or investment bank. Our analysts are third party authors that include both professional investors and individual investors who may not be licensed or certified by any institute or regulatory body.