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How Jamie Dimon Rebuilt JPMorgan After the Financial Crisis
In Episode 3 of The CEO Diary, Lucas and Luna examine Jamie Dimon's leadership during and after the 2008 financial crisis. They focus on a single decision: JPMorgan's acquisition of Bear Stearns in March 2008 for $10 per share, a deal that initially seemed risky but ultimately transformed the bank. Lucas explains how Dimon's insistence on a strong balance sheet and a conservative risk culture allowed JPMorgan to pounce when rivals were weakest. Luna pushes back on the narrative, noting that Bear Stearns brought legacy litigation and integration challenges that lasted years. The…
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