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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.

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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of American Express Company (NYSE: AXP) has declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.60 per common share, payable on August 10, 2023, to shareholders of record on July 7, 2023. The Board also declared a quarterly dividend on the Company's 3.550% Fixed Rate Reset Noncumulative Preferred Shares, Series D, of $9,072.22 per share (which is equivalent to $9.07222 per related Depositary Share). The dividend is payable on June 15, 2023, to sharehold.

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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--American Express Company (NYSE: AXP) Vice Chair Douglas E. Buckminster will participate in the SVB MoffettNathanson Technology, Media, and Telecom Conference on Wednesday, May 17, at 2 p.m. Eastern. Mr. Buckminster will participate in a fireside chat relating to the Company's business strategy and financial performance. A live audio webcast of the discussion will be accessible to the general public through the American Express Investor Relations website at http://ir.a.

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American Express: Strong Q1 Despite The Headline Earnings Miss.

American Express: Strong Q1 Despite The Headline Earnings Miss

American Express Company (NYSE:AXP) stock had a volatile ride on Thursday as traders reacted to its first-quarter earnings report, which saw earnings missing the mark.  TickMill Group's market analyst James Hart noted that the credit card company posted 1Q EPS (earnings per share) of $2.40, down against the $2.65 the market was looking for and down sharply against the $2.73 posted a year earlier.

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Higher operating and customer engagement costs affect American Express' (AXP) first-quarter earnings.

American Express (AXP) Misses on Q1 Earnings, Reaffirms View

Spending is resilient, but it's slowing. American Express posted first-quarter earnings results that showed some puts and takes, where spending, especially among younger cohorts, was up double digits but represented a deceleration from growth rates logged in earlier periods.

Millennials Now 30% of Amex Card Volume

Consumer spending usually follows close behind when the economic cycle swings from expansion to contraction. As discretionary and corporate spending increases, American Express (NYSE: AXP) is able to report a total 16% network growth rate annually in its first quarter earnings results, driven by a 16% growth in billed business and a subsequent 15% increase in processed volumes.

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American Express Company (AXP) Q1 2023 Earnings Call Transcript.

American Express Company (AXP) Q1 2023 Earnings Call Transcript

The headline numbers for American Express (AXP) give insight into how the company performed in the quarter ended March 2023, but it may be worthwhile to compare some of its key metrics to Wall Street estimates and the year-ago actuals.

American Express (AXP) Q1 Earnings: Taking a Look at Key Metrics Versus Estimates

American Express (AXP) came out with quarterly earnings of $2.40 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.64 per share. This compares to earnings of $2.73 per share a year ago.

American Express (AXP) Misses Q1 Earnings Estimates

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