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American Express

American Express Co. engages in the provision of charge and credit card products and travel-related services. It operates through the following segments: U.S Consumer Services (USCS), Commercial Services (CS), International Card Services (ICS), Global Merchant and Network Services (GMNS), and Corporate and Other. The USCS segment issues a wide range of proprietary consumer cards to U.S consumers. The CS segment offers proprietary corporate and small business cards and provides services to U.S. businesses, including payment and expense management, banking and non-card financing products. The ICS segment focuses on a range of proprietary consumer, small business and corporate cards outside the United States. It also provides services to international customers, including travel and lifestyle services, and manages certain international joint ventures and loyalty coalition businesses. The GMNS segment operates a global payments network that processes and settles card transactions, acquires merchants, and provides multi-channel marketing programs and capabilities, services, and data analytics. The Corporate and Other segment covers corporate functions and certain other businesses and operations. The company was founded by Henry Wells, William G. Fargo, and John Warren Butterfield on March 28, 1850 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

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American Express exceeds revenue targets, eyes growth through innovation

American Express (AXP) delivered strong financial performance in Q4 2022, exceeding revenue and EPS guidance. The company focuses on innovation, marketing, and risk management to drive growth in 2023. AXP's revenue growth was driven by discount revenue, net card fee revenues, and net interest income.
Despite challenges such as increased operating expenses and strong competition, AXP's strategic focus on premium customers and efficiencies positions them well for future growth. The company's emphasis on customer retention, efficient marketing spend, and international growth presents opportunities for expansion amidst competitive pressures and potential macroeconomic fluctuations.

American Express reports record Q1 revenues and reaffirms strong outlook

American Express delivered a robust performance in Q1 2023, driven by strong revenue growth, resilient credit metrics, and strategic acquisitions, positioning the company for continued success.
While facing challenges such as evolving spending trends and competitive risks, the company's focus on customer value propositions and operational efficiency provides avenues for sustained growth and profitability.
Opportunities in expanding T&E spending, enhancing competitive positioning, and leveraging capital strength underscore American Express's potential for future growth and value creation.

American Express (AXP) reports record Q2 revenues and eyes global expansion

American Express (AXP) delivered strong financial performance in Q2 2023, driven by record revenues and strategic initiatives.
While facing challenges such as credit normalization and competitive pressures, AXP's focus on partnerships and customer segments positions it for growth.
Opportunities in expanding network partnerships, marketing investments, and revenue diversification pave the way for future success.

American Express (AXP) reports record Q3 revenues and strong growth outlook

American Express (AXP) reported strong Q3 results, showcasing consistent growth and performance across key metrics, including record revenues and earnings per share.
The company's focus on innovation, enhancing value propositions, and attracting premium Card Members positions it well for sustainable growth and value creation in the market.
While facing challenges in regulatory discussions and evolving consumer behaviors, American Express (AXP) remains optimistic about achieving full-year revenue and EPS growth in line with guidance.

American Express reports record revenues and strategic growth plans

American Express (AXP) delivered strong financial performance in 2023, with record revenues and net income. The company's focus on growth post-COVID and strategic partnerships position it well for the future.
While facing challenges in small business spending and potential regulatory changes, American Express remains resilient with a commitment to innovation and enhancing customer value propositions.
Opportunities lie in dividend increases, new business segments, and strategic card acquisition strategies, offering avenues for continued growth and shareholder value creation.

American Express (AXP) reports robust Q1 earnings and outlines growth strategies

American Express (AXP) showcased strong financial performance in Q1, driven by revenue and EPS growth, robust spending trends, and disciplined credit management. While facing challenges in SME spending and Goods & Services growth, the company remains focused on growth opportunities in international markets and premium consumer segments. AXP's strategic focus on showcasing growth strategies and financial performance at the Investor Day underscores its commitment to sustained growth and innovation.

American Express (AXP) reports record Q2 earnings and optimistic outlook

American Express (AXP) delivered exceptional Q2 results, raising EPS guidance and emphasizing growth drivers. Despite elevated marketing spend, they remain confident in their ability to meet expectations and drive long-term growth.

American Express (AXP) reports robust Q3 earnings and eyes dining market for growth

American Express (AXP) delivered strong financial results in Q3, raising full-year guidance and showcasing consistent revenue growth. The company's strategic product refreshes and focus on dining experiences position it well for future growth. While facing some cost challenges, Amex remains resilient with a strong credit performance.

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American Express Co. is an integrated payments company, which engages in the provision of credit and charge cards to consumers, small businesses, mid-sized companies, and large corporations. It operates through the following segments: the United States Consumer Services (USCS), Commercial Services (CS), International Card Services (ICS), Global Merchant and Network Services (GMNS), and Corporate and Other. The USCS segment includes proprietary consumer cards and provides services to consumers including travel and lifestyle services as well as banking and non-card financing products. The CS segment offers proprietary corporate and small business cards and provides services to businesses including payment and expense management, banking, and non-card financing products. The ICS segment focuses on providing services to international customers including travel and lifestyle services and managing certain international joint ventures and loyalty coalition businesses. The GMNS segment is involved in operating a global payments network that processes and settles card transactions, acquires merchants, and provides multi-channel marketing programs and capabilities, services and data analytics. The Corporate and Other segment covers corporate functions and certain other businesses and operations. The company was founded by Henry Wells, William G. Fargo, and John Warren Butterfield on March 28, 1850 and is headquartered in New York, NY.

AXP stock is up 5.4% pre-market following Q2 2021 results, but we remain cautious and believe structural issues are still visible. Q2 EPS rebounded after a reserve release; Pre-Provisions Pre-Tax Income is just 7% higher year-on-year and is 24% lower than in 2019.

American Express: Q2 2021 Was Better But Not Good Enough

American Express stock climbed after the credit card company's upbeat second-quarter results showed strength in consumer spending.

American Express Stock Is Jumping Because Earnings Show Consumers Keep Spending

American Express (AXP) second-quarter results highlight uptick in revenues stemming from higher Card Member spending, partly offset by elevated costs.

American Express (AXP) Q2 Earnings Beat, Revenues Rise Y/Y

American Express (AXP) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 70.73% and 8.12%, respectively, for the quarter ended June 2021. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

American Express (AXP) Q2 Earnings and Revenues Beat Estimates

American Express Company (NYSE: AXP) reported its financial results for the second quarter on Friday that beat Wall Street estimates on the back of acceleration in spending. Shares of the company were about 4% up in premarket trading on Friday.

Here's what American Express Q2 results tell us

Spending at restaurants, shops and entertainment venues has come back in force as vaccines become more common and it fueled a revenue surge at American Express during the second quarter.

Americans are spending again and American Express is booming

Shares of American Express (NYSE:AXP) moved higher by 3.6% in pre-market trading after the company reported Q2 results. Quarterly Results Earnings per share rose 865.52% year over year to $2.80, which beat the estimate of $1.58.

Recap: American Express Q2 Earnings

American Express topped earnings and revenue expectations Friday while pointing to an acceleration in spending and "robust" interest in its fee-based cards.

Earnings Results: American Express beats earnings expectations as card spending accelerates

American Express Co beat estimates for second-quarter profit on Friday as increased consumer spending and an improving economy prompted it to release more funds from its loan-loss reserves.

AmEx beats profit estimates on boost from reserve release, consumer spending

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--American Express Company (NYSE: AXP) today reported second-quarter net income of $2.3 billion, or $2.80 per share, compared with net income of $257 million, or $0.29 per share, a year ago. The results reflected the impact of $866 million ($658 million after tax) in credit reserve releases2, primarily driven by the company's strong credit performance and continued improvements in the macroeconomic outlook. (Millions, except percentages and per share amounts) Quarters E

American Express Reports Second-Quarter Revenue of $10.2 Billion and Earnings Per Share of $2.80

The shares of blue-chip payments name American Express Company (NYSE:AXP) are down 1.8% at $169.49 at last check.

AXP Cools Ahead of Second-Quarter Earnings Report

If American Express earnings do not meet expectations, these bets could swiftly unwind, resulting in downward pressure on the share price.

American Express (AXP) Option Traders Charged Up for Positive Earnings

American Express is scheduled to report its fiscal Q2 2021 results on Friday, July 23. We expect American Express to top the consensus estimates for revenues, while the earnings are likely to remain below expectations.

American Express Stock To Top The Revenues Estimates In Q2?

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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--American Express Company (NYSE: AXP) has declared the following dividends on the Company's Series B and C Preferred Shares: A quarterly dividend on the Company's 5.200% Fixed Rate / Floating Rate Noncumulative Preferred Shares, Series B, of $9,059.25 per share (which is equivalent to $9.05925 per related Depositary Share). The dividend is payable on August 16, 2021, to shareholders of record on August 1, 2021. A quarterly dividend on the Company's 4.900% Fixed Rate /

American Express Declares Dividends on Series B and C Preferred Stock

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U.S. indices were trading lower Monday amid renewed COVID-19 concerns, which have weighed on reopening stocks and clouded recovery outlook. The U.S. is also expected to blame China on cyberattacks earlier in the year, which has added to macro uncertainty.

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American Express (AXP) Reports Next Week: Wall Street Expects Earnings Growth

American Express' (AXP) Q2 results are likely to reflect revenue gains from higher spending levels by its card holders.

What's in Store for American Express (AXP) in Q2 Earnings?

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American Express taps startup BodesWell for expansion into financial planning

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