8-KExhibits & Filings

JPMORGAN CHASE & CO 8-K Report, Exhibit Filing (Mar 31, 2008)

Filed March 31, 2008For Securities:JPMJPM-PCJPM-PDJPM-PKJPM-PLJPM-PMJPM-PJAMJBVYLD

Summary

This filing by JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM) on March 31, 2008, primarily serves to file an exhibit related to specific debt issuances. The most significant piece of information is the inclusion of a Tax Opinion from Sullivan & Cromwell concerning "Principal Protected Asset Allocation Notes" due in March 2013 and March 2014. These notes are linked to the performance of reference portfolios composed of four asset classes.

Key Highlights

  • 1Filing of a Tax Opinion from Sullivan & Cromwell.
  • 2The opinion pertains to "Principal Protected Asset Allocation Notes".
  • 3These notes are linked to the performance of specific reference portfolios.
  • 4The reference portfolios are comprised of four distinct asset classes.
  • 5Maturity dates for the notes are March 28, 2013, and March 31, 2014.
  • 6This filing is an exhibit incorporated by reference into a previously filed Form S-3ASR registration statement.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to provide a Tax Opinion from Sullivan & Cromwell regarding specific debt instruments called "Principal Protected Asset Allocation Notes" as an exhibit.

These are debt securities issued by JPMorgan Chase & Co. that are "principal protected," meaning the principal amount invested is intended to be returned at maturity. Their return is linked to the performance of certain reference portfolios comprised of four asset classes.

The Tax Opinion from a reputable firm like Sullivan & Cromwell provides assurance to investors regarding the tax treatment of the income and gains associated with these specific notes. This is crucial for investors making decisions about complex financial products.

The notes have two different maturity dates: March 28, 2013, and March 31, 2014.