Business optimism is returning for small and midsize business leaders at the start of 2026, fueling confidence and growth plans.

If you handle everything on your own – logistics, production, marketing, finances and everything in between – you’re part of a growing group of entrepreneurs nicknamed “solopreneurs.” While the image of a small business often includes an owner and a few employees, for many entrepreneurs, “solopreneurship” makes the most sense for their business model and goals.

“In 2025, uncertainty defined the market narrative,” said Christopher Nolan, Head of Investments and Advice for the Carolinas at J.P. Morgan Private Bank. “Today, we have major themes setting the agenda, reflecting a fundamental shift in how economies operate. Those looking to reconfigure their investment portfolio in 2026 should consider a refreshed investment playbook that blends discipline with flexibility.”  

As the days grow shorter and autumn settles in, it’s a good time to shine a light on a topic that can feel mysterious: your credit score. For many, credit can feel confusing or even intimidating, but understanding how it works and why it matters can be an important step toward strengthening your financial health journey. How Your Credit Score Impacts

At the beginning of a JPMorganChase-sponsored panel during the 2025 National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) convention, Washington Post personal finance columnist Michelle Singletary asked participants to raise their hands if they’d ever received a suspicious text message about a job offer. About half the room lifted their hands. Then she

Car prices may be volatile in 2025, so many consumers will have to be even smarter with their money. Whether you’re looking for a way to commute to work or school on your own time, or you’ve been saving up for your own set of wheels to go on countless adventures, in today’s financial climate, managing your vehicle loans efficiently is key.

While spending is inevitable and splurging can be tempting, aligning your expenses with your income can help foster financial responsibility, stability, and peace of mind. Here, Shakeira Tennort, a Chase Community Manager in Charlotte, shares some practical tips to help you balance spending, while enhancing your financial health: Understand Your Financial