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Ford, JPMorgan and Michigan join effort to support US manufacturers
Ford, JPMorgan Chase and the state of Michigan are joining forces to support manufacturers and startups.
The effort is part of a push to rebuild US supply chains that were moved overseas.
The partners aim to connect companies with financing, customers and government support.
Ford CEO Jim Farley says the company will commit $1 billion in purchases to businesses developing capabilities such as advanced manufacturing, magnets and rare earths.
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon says the bank will provide lending through its broader effort to strengthen security and resilience.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer says she is hopeful the partnership will help, but no further details about the plan or its next steps are given.
Ford, JPMorgan and the state of Michigan are teaming up to support US manufacturers and startups.
The effort aims to connect them with capital, customers and government support.
Ford CEO Jim Farley says the company will commit $1 billion in purchasing to companies building capabilities in areas including advanced manufacturing, magnets and rare earths.
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon says the bank will lend capital through its broader security and resiliency push.
The effort comes as the US tries to rebuild supply chains that were moved overseas.
- Who
- Ford, JPMorgan and the state of Michigan.
- What
- They are teaming up to connect manufacturers and startups with capital, customers and government support.
- When
- The article was published on October 11, 2026. The partnership start date is not stated.
- Where
- The United States, including Michigan.
- Why
- The US is trying to rebuild supply chains that were moved overseas.
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- Ford purchasing commitment
- $1 billion
- Ford CEO
- Jim Farley
- JPMorgan Chase CEO
- Jamie Dimon
- Michigan governor
- Gretchen Whitmer
- Article publication date
- October 11, 2026









