"We proudly bank 80,000 companies globally through our Commercial and Investment Bank, including 32,000 middle market clients across the U.S.," said Jamie Dimon, Chairman and CEO of JPMorganChase. "Extending this effort provides them with more options and flexibility from a bank they already know and see in their communities, and is known for being there during all market environments." J.P. Morgan's enhanced direct lending platform is poised to drive significant impact, helping clients navigate today's dynamic financial landscape. The firm's strategic relationships with co-lenders further amplifies its ability to deliver comprehensive and competitive financing solutions. As private credit has grown exponentially to a $2 trillion market, direct lenders are sitting on hundreds of billions of dollars of dry powder to deploy. "Pairing our vast origination platform with our lender client base has super charged our ability to deliver in size for borrowers and increased deal flow for lenders.