About James Jacob
A history of experienced guidance
As I continued to build my business among high-net-worth private investors and regional institutional investors, I discovered numerous corporate clients that could potentially benefit from innovative strategies. The result of my efforts over the course of the 1990s and the 2000s was:
- A focus on stock option and corporate equity strategies in the mid-Atlantic states.
- An interest rate product and credit business that spanned two continents and counterparties ranging from supra-national organizations to hometown banks.
- A private client business that supported clients seeking thoughtful strategies.
With J.P. Morgan Wealth Management, I have returned to my small firm roots. Here I find myself surrounded by some of the most innovative individuals in the industry. Further, J.P. Morgan's fortress balance sheet helps to reassure my clients that both the firm and I will remain viable to continue working toward each client's unique goals.
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Markets
How to better position portfolios before the hard data changes
May 9, 2025The impacts of elevated uncertainty aren’t fully reflected in the hard data. Here are a few things investors can do now.Read Now
Outlook
May 2025 Fed Meeting: Rates hold firm again as FOMC takes ‘wait and see’ approach
May 8, 2025The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady during its May meeting and vowed to take a “wait-and-see” approach to future cuts.Read Now
Wealth Planning
You’ve decided to share your wealth with family. Now what?
May 7, 2025You have the desire – and the surplus financial capacity – to make large gifts to family members. But doing so effectively can be a challenge. Here are some things to consider.Read Now
Family Legacy
Financial considerations for multigenerational households
May 7, 2025Multigenerational living can offer financial benefits, but understanding the unique considerations that come with it is key to fostering financial wellbeing among members.Read Now
Wealth Planning
The art of making your estate plan matter: Using your superpower as a “wise giver”
May 6, 2025Transferring wealth is an act of benevolence, but you shouldn’t do it without considering the type of transaction a gift represents. Wise givers will take into account the needs and wants of the recipient as they decide how to give and how much.Read Now
Outlook
What April’s solid jobs report means for the stock market and interest rates
May 5, 2025The April 2025 jobs report underscored the labor market’s resilience in the face of trade policy uncertainties and recent market volatility.Read Now
Cybersecurity
AI tools and your privacy: What you need to know
May 5, 2025Easy-to-use artificial intelligence tools may soon change our work and school lives. But they come with a host of new privacy threats. Here are some ways to help protect yourself.Read Now
Retirement
3 ways to stay active while in retirement
May 5, 2025Staying active in retirement is important. Here’s how you can stay energized, put your expertise to use and keep your finances in check in retirement.Read Now
Markets
The first 100 days: What Trump’s policies mean for investors
May 2, 2025Amid market volatility, we reflect on the impact of the U.S. president’s second-term policies.Read Now
Markets
How to better position portfolios before the hard data changes
May 9, 2025The impacts of elevated uncertainty aren’t fully reflected in the hard data. Here are a few things investors can do now.Read Now
Outlook
May 2025 Fed Meeting: Rates hold firm again as FOMC takes ‘wait and see’ approach
May 8, 2025The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady during its May meeting and vowed to take a “wait-and-see” approach to future cuts.Read Now
Wealth Planning
You’ve decided to share your wealth with family. Now what?
May 7, 2025You have the desire – and the surplus financial capacity – to make large gifts to family members. But doing so effectively can be a challenge. Here are some things to consider.Read Now
Family Legacy
Financial considerations for multigenerational households
May 7, 2025Multigenerational living can offer financial benefits, but understanding the unique considerations that come with it is key to fostering financial wellbeing among members.Read Now
Wealth Planning
The art of making your estate plan matter: Using your superpower as a “wise giver”
May 6, 2025Transferring wealth is an act of benevolence, but you shouldn’t do it without considering the type of transaction a gift represents. Wise givers will take into account the needs and wants of the recipient as they decide how to give and how much.Read Now
Outlook
What April’s solid jobs report means for the stock market and interest rates
May 5, 2025The April 2025 jobs report underscored the labor market’s resilience in the face of trade policy uncertainties and recent market volatility.Read Now
Cybersecurity
AI tools and your privacy: What you need to know
May 5, 2025Easy-to-use artificial intelligence tools may soon change our work and school lives. But they come with a host of new privacy threats. Here are some ways to help protect yourself.Read Now
Retirement
3 ways to stay active while in retirement
May 5, 2025Staying active in retirement is important. Here’s how you can stay energized, put your expertise to use and keep your finances in check in retirement.Read Now
Markets
The first 100 days: What Trump’s policies mean for investors
May 2, 2025Amid market volatility, we reflect on the impact of the U.S. president’s second-term policies.Read Now
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