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“When you're in a commodity business, the only way to thrive is to be a low-cost producer. And when you're selling money, you're in a commodity business.”

Quote by Duff McDonald

Book:Last Man Standing: The Ascent of Jamie Dimon and JPMorgan Chase

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Last Man Standing: The Ascent of Jamie Dimon and JPMorgan Chase

This book explores the career of Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, and the strategic decisions that have shaped the bank's growth and resilience in the financial industry. more

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Duff McDonald is a journalist, but the specifics of his life and career are currently unknown. more

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