The addition and merger market reached its highest level in history in 2025: Bank executives are recording record profits

2026-01-12 06:07:22

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Since the beginning of 2025, the US banking sector has been operating under divine guidance, and the numbers are vividly reflecting this. Major mergers and acquisitions have reached a value of $4.5 trillion, setting a historic record, including the $100 billion mega-deal between Netflix and Paramount for Warner Bros. Discovery. Such activity has not only continued but also intensified without interruption.

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon was awarded approximately $770 million at the end of the last fiscal year. This amount includes his monthly salary, bonuses, dividends, and stock awards. According to calculations, JPMorgan’s shares increased by 34% in 2025, which contributed to a solid income for Dimon. During the same period, CEOs of Citi and Goldman Sachs also benefited similarly, with their company’s shares increasing by 65% and 53%, respectively.

The arrival of the Donald Trump administration was associated with easing regulations. The deregulation process halted new investigations into foreign corruption practices and weakened investigative agencies. A more lenient attitude towards the cryptocurrency sector also emerged, creating a favorable environment for crypto investors.

Under these conditions, in 2025, the global trade volume increased further due to consecutive declines in interest rates and the lack of significant antitrust enforcement. Demand for banking services grew as large corporations sought agreements for structural changes.

Despite turning 69, Dimon did not slow down. He emphasized that he is “ready to serve as CEO for a few more years.” “I love what I do. I love my country, and I don’t know what I would do if I didn’t fight for something every day,” he said. According to the Wall Street Journal, since becoming CEO in 2006, JPMorgan’s shares have increased by 500%. God and the board of shareholders are responsible for this success, Dimon noted.

Thus, the banking sector expects to face even more opportunities in 2026, alongside ongoing regulatory decisions that are both cautious and citizen-oriented.

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