JPMorgan, BofA and Others Explore Buying Card Network to Raise Debit-Card Fees

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Author: JumpCrisscross

Date: 7/7/2026

Article Summary:
JPMorgan, Bank of America, and other banks explore a potential deal to acquire a card network, which could allow them to increase transaction fees but raises concerns among some bank executives about public backlash.