JPMorgan Chase

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JPMorgan Chase is a leading global financial services firm serving millions of customers, clients, and communities in over 100 countries, offering a wide range of banking, asset management, and investment solutions.

Positive signals

JPMorgan Chase addresses climate-related risks through its ESG strategies and has integrated sustainable investment practices into its operations to support sustainable economic growth.

The S&P Global ESG Score measures JPMorgan Chase’s performance on and management of material ESG risks, opportunities, and impacts, reflecting ongoing efforts to improve ESG integration.

JPMorgan Chase has committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its operations and financing portfolio by 2050, aligning with global climate goals and integrating these targets into its financing strategies.

JPMorgan Chase emphasizes workforce diversity and inclusion, actively promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout its operations and setting public goals for leadership representation.

The company has made substantial investments in clean energy and renewable energy projects, supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy as part of its sustainable finance initiatives.

Concerns

Job cuts despite record profits

JPMorgan Chase’s highest controversy level as recorded by Morningstar and Sustainalytics in 2025 indicates the presence of recent material ESG controversies affecting its risk profile.

JPMorgan Chase has faced ongoing controversy and criticism for its continued financial backing of fossil fuel industries, raising concerns about the effectiveness and credibility of its sustainability claims.

The bank’s ESG Risk Rating from Sustainalytics notes that the highest controversy level impacting JPMorgan Chase in the last three years is significant, indicating material ESG-related incidents or risks.

JPMorgan Chase has faced ongoing controversy for its continued financial backing of fossil fuel industries, raising concerns about the effectiveness and credibility of its climate commitments.