JPMorgan Chase, a leading American multinational financial institution, finds itself in hot water as the US Federal Reserve imposes a substantial fine of approximately $350 million. The penalty is attributed to the bank's failure to adequately monitor trading activities, according to an announcement made by the Fed on Thursday.
Specifically, the Federal Reserve Board disclosed that it fined JPMorgan Chase approximately $98.2 million for its deficient program in monitoring both firm and client trading activities, particularly for instances of market misconduct.
In response to these findings, the Fed's statement emphasized the necessity for JPMorgan Chase to undertake a comprehensive review and implement corrective measures to address the inadequate monitoring practices observed during the period spanning from 2014 to 2023.
Moreover, the Federal Reserve's action was taken in close collaboration with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), reflecting a concerted effort by regulatory authorities to uphold market integrity and safeguard against financial misconduct.
The combined penalties issued by the Federal Reserve Board and the OCC amount to a staggering $348.2 million, underscoring the severity of the lapses in monitoring practices and the imperative for robust regulatory oversight within the financial industry.
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