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The discussion emphasized that the trouble is concentrated among America’s subprime borrowers—those with poor or no credit history—who are increasingly falling behind on their auto loans. This indicates that not all Americans are experiencing the same economic resilience; middle and lower-income groups are bearing the brunt of affordability issues.
The warning is stark: if a large portion of the subprime segment defaults, it could trigger a chain reaction affecting auto lenders, financial markets, and the broader economy. As Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, has implied, these financial institutions are holding their breath, wary of the fallout from mounting defaults.