JPMorgan Chase Trims Stake in First Busey Corporation

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JPMorgan Chase & Co. has reduced its stake in First Busey Corporation (NASDAQ:BUSE) by 42.6% in the third quarter, according to the company's latest 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor now owns 235,611 shares of the bank's stock, valued at $5.45 million.

Why it matters

This move by one of the world's largest investment banks provides insight into the institutional sentiment around First Busey Corporation, a regional bank with a focus on commercial lending, deposit-taking, and wealth management services. The reduction in JPMorgan's position may signal a shift in the broader market's view of the bank's prospects.

The details

According to the 13F filing, JPMorgan Chase sold 175,089 shares of First Busey in the third quarter, reducing its total position to 235,611 shares. The bank now owns 0.27% of First Busey's outstanding shares. Several other large investors, including Wellington Management Group and Vanguard Group, have also adjusted their positions in the regional bank during the same period.

• JPMorgan Chase & Co. filed its 13F report for the third quarter on October 15, 2026.
• The institutional investor reduced its stake in First Busey Corporation during the three-month period ending September 30, 2026.

What’s next

Investors and analysts will likely continue to monitor First Busey's financial performance and any further changes in institutional ownership, as this could provide insights into the bank's long-term prospects.