JPMorgan Chase is committing $10 billion in direct investments over the next decade to bolster U.S. defense and advanced manufacturing capabilities, part of a broader $1.5 trillion Security and Resilience Initiative. The financial giant plans to back both venture-backed startups and legacy defense suppliers, with particular focus on submarine production, missile manufacturing, and critical supply chain resilience. Executives emphasized the need to expand industrial capacity to meet Pentagon goals while addressing national security concerns related to China and weapons production capabilities.