Meredith Shaw
Meredith Shaw writes for Tombo Journal and other Independent Journal publications, covering M&A, activist stakes and investment banks and earnings and corporate announcements. Reporting under this byline is prepared by the Independent Journal editorial desk from primary sources, with AI assistance, and reviewed under our editorial policy.
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Investment Bank News: Ensorcia Lithium Deal, Citi, JPMorgan 8-Ks
Ensorcia agrees to acquire Argentina Wildcats to expand its lithium holdings, while Citigroup and JPMorgan file 8-Ks. What the filings and the deal signal.
Investment Bank League Tables Explained: How Rankings Work
Investment bank league tables explained: what they rank, how credit is split among banks, why providers differ, and the limits of using a deal league table.
How Underwriting Works: IPOs, Follow-Ons and Bond Deals
How underwriting works: the roles of underwriters, firm commitment and best efforts deals, bookbuilding, fees, stabilization, and the rules behind each step.
JPMorgan News: Q2 Profit of $21.2 Billion Includes Visa Share Gain
JPMorgan news from July 14, 2026: Q2 net income of $21.2 billion, or $16.9 billion excluding a Visa share gain, with equities trading revenue up 86% a year on.
Investment Bank News: Wells Fargo Q2 Markets Revenue Up 24%
Wells Fargo reported Q2 net income of $6.4 billion; corporate and investment banking revenue rose 16% and investment banking revenue gained 36% year on year.
Investment Bank News: Morgan Stanley Posts Record First Quarter
Morgan Stanley reported record Q1 2026 net revenues of $20.6 billion and EPS of $3.43 on April 15, 2026, with investment banking up 34%. What the filing shows.