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  • Open $94.04
  • Day Range 94.00 - 95.24
  • 52 Week Range 75.97 - 102.39
  • Market Cap $80.73B
  • Shares Outstanding 860.15M
  • Public Float 857.37M
  • Beta 1.01
  • Rev. per Employee $649.95K
  • P/E Ratio 32.81
  • EPS $2.90
  • Yield 1.47%
  • Dividend $0.35
  • Ex-Dividend Date Apr 5, 2018
  • Short Interest 9.98M 03/29/18
  • % of Float Shorted 1.16%
  • Average Volume 4.13M

Performance

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  • 1.93%
1 Month
  • 4.09%
3 Month
  • -4.72%
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  • -4.19%
1 Year
  • 18.91%

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Visa, Mastercard may team up on shared payment button for online shopping

Visa, Mastercard may team up on shared payment button for online shopping

American Express shares jump on company's better-than-expected Q1 earnings

Shares of American Express Co. rose nearly 3% late Wednesday after the credit-card company reported first-quarter earnings and sales above Wall Street expectations. American Express said it earned $1.6 billion, or $1.86 a share, compared with $1.3 billion, or $1.35 a share, in the year-ago period. Revenue rose to $9.72 billion in the quarter, from $8.71 billion a year ago. Analysts polled by FactSet had expected GAAP earnings of $1.71 a share on sales of $9.08 billion. "Our year is off to a good start with double-digit growth in billed business, revenues and earnings," Chief Executive Stephen J. Squeri said in a statement. Card-member spending grew 12% and American Express acquired 3.5 million new cards globally. American Express shares ended the regular session up 1.4%.

American Express Q1 EPS $1.86 vs. expectations $1.71

American Express Q1 EPS $1.86 vs. expectations $1.71

American Express Q1 rev. $9.72 billion vs. expectations $9.07 billion

American Express Q1 rev. $9.72 billion vs. expectations $9.07 billion

American Express shares up 2.5% after earnings

American Express shares up 2.5% after earnings

5 good reasons to sell stocks now

5 good reasons to sell stocks now

American Express launches a new credit card for jet-setters — with a $450 annual fee

American Express launches a new credit card for jet-setters — with a $450 annual fee

Delta finds revenue in credit cards, upgrades

Delta Air Lines Inc. is banking on branded credit cards, repairing jets and plusher passenger amenities to drive growth. The No. 2 U.S. carrier beat quarterly earnings forecasts on Thursday thanks to rising passenger and cargo traffic as well as non-ticket revenue that is growing at an even faster pace.

Thinking about getting a gas credit card? Here’s what you should know

Thinking about getting a gas credit card? Here’s what you should know

Here’s one positive change happening at the checkout line

Here’s one positive change happening at the checkout line

Here are Friday’s worst stocks as trade conflict and a weak jobs report disappoint investors

Here are Friday’s worst stocks as trade conflict and a weak jobs report disappoint investors

Intel, Amazon and Tesla lead tech stocks lower on the first trading day of April

Intel, Amazon and Tesla lead tech stocks lower on the first trading day of April

American Express started at buy with $111 stock price target at UBS

American Express started at buy with $111 stock price target at UBS

Dow scores more than 200-point lift in afternoon trade on rally in Walmart, Travelers, Goldman stocks

The Dow Jones Industrial Average traded near session highs Wednesday afternoon, buoyed by gains in shares of American Express Co., Walmart Inc., Travelers Cos. Inc., and Goldman Sachs Group Inc. Those Dow components were adding about more than 40 points to the price-weighted Dow, which has been experiencing bumpy trade since the market open. Technology shares have weighed heavily on the broader market as some of the biggest components to the broader markets recent runup have buckled on concerns about lofty valuation and increased regulatory scrutiny. Shares of Walmart rose 2.4%, those for Travelers advanced 1.7%, while shares of Goldman Sachs Group Inc. traded 1.4% higher, while AmEx shares added 2%. Most recently, the Dow was up about 180 points, or 0.8%, at 24,037, the S&P 500 index returned 0.5% at 2,627, while the Nasdaq Composite Index was up 0.2% at 7,020.

Here are the biggest Dow and S&P 500 stock losers in March

Here are the biggest Dow and S&P 500 stock losers in March

Every Dow stock falls premarket, led by Boeing

All 30 components of the Dow Jones Industrial Average are declining in premarket trade Thursday, with Boeing Co. shares pacing the losses, as Dow futures fall 311 points ahead of the open. Boeing's stock was shedding 2.0%; the $6.65 price decline would shave about 46 points off the Dow's price. Among some of the other bigger decliners, shares of Travelers Companies Inc. gave up 1.6%, Chevron Corp. shed 1.5%, Intel Corp. lost 1.4%, Microsoft Corp. slid 1.3% and American Express Co. fell 1.4%. The most active stock was Apple Inc. , which lost 1.1%.

The Dow is now down for 2018, but it still has plenty of winners

The Dow is now down for 2018, but it still has plenty of winners

Stock market ends higher after upbeat data, but suffers weekly slide

Stock market ends higher after upbeat data, but suffers weekly slide

Don’t ever do this with your credit card

Don’t ever do this with your credit card

Stock market closes lower as tech, financials weigh

Stock market closes lower as tech, financials weigh

American Express Posts 31% Jump in First-Quarter Profit

American Express reported improvement in key profit metrics in the latest period as it focuses on rebuilding its capital, which took a hit from charges related to the U.S. tax overhaul.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

Visa, Mastercard Talk About Shared Online Payment Button

Visa Inc. and Mastercard Inc., the two largest U.S. card networks, said  they’re planning to drop their longstanding initiatives to get online shoppers to use dedicated payment buttons.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

Decline of a Retailer: Bed Bath & Buybacks

The housewares retail chain was a disruptive 20th century retailer. In the 21st century, however, it’s found itself disrupted

  • on Barron's Online

U.S. Bancorp Ready to Play in the Big Leagues

Shares of the Minneapolis-based regional powerhouse have lagged behind those of bigger rivals. A money-laundering scandal didn’t help. But its stock now looks attractive.

  • on Barron's Online

Delta Finds Revenue in Credit Cards and Upgrades

Delta is banking on branded credit cards and plusher passenger amenities to drive growth. The No. 2 U.S. carrier beat quarterly earnings forecasts thanks to rising passenger and cargo traffic as well as rising non-ticket revenue.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

The Travel Credit Cards That Carry You Farthest

Rewards deals have gotten sweet enough that it may make sense to have extra cards to score extra points.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

Shopping Local Can Cost More, But I Got a Deal From My Pet Store

Warm, fuzzy relationships with neighborhood shop owners can come with a price. But I was happy to work out a deal with a Brooklyn store that allows me to buy chow at a price competitive with the online giants.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

The Secret Other Reason Basic Economy Is Everywhere

Delta, United and American think they’ve found a way to make sure business travelers keep paying higher prices.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

Bitcoin Can’t Take a Bite Out of Visa, Mastercard

The card companies have a moat of molasses as long as blockchain transactions take relatively forever.

  • on Barron's Online

Barclays: Too Big For a Deal, Too Small to Compete

Does a leading U.K. retail and commercial bank belong with a mid-ranking U.S.-focused investment bank? If you were pitching this as a new business, you’d surely struggle to find backers. But this is where Barclays finds itself.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

Toys ‘R’ Us Founder Charles Lazarus Has Died at 94

Charles Lazarus had a simple if powerful idea: build a supermarket for toys. The founder of national toy chain Toys “R” Us died on Thursday in New York at the age of 94.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

The Morning Risk Report: Shareholders Use Proxy Ballot to Push Gun-Safety Measures

Some investors are using shareholder resolutions to challenge gun makers and distributors on safety issues.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

Orbitz Discloses Possible Data Breach Affecting 880,000 Payment Cards

Expedia Inc.’s Orbitz subsidiary said Tuesday it has discovered a possible data breach affecting thousands of customers on one of its older sites and a partner platform.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

Banks: The Other Champions

Bank stocks have held up surprisingly well through the market’s recent turmoil.

  • on Barron's Online

Whipsawed by Events, the Dow Drops 389 Points

Investors are treating each incoming data point as the start of a new narrative, says one strategist.

  • on Barron's Online

Amazon: How It Became Corporate America’s ‘Nightmare’

Today, a columnist wrote, “it’s difficult to imagine the company lacking a seat at any table it wants.”

  • on Barron's Online

Buying Goldman, Amex, Selling Altaba, Apple

Ohio’s largest pension fund hacked off two-fifths of its stake in Altaba in the fourth quarter.

  • on Barron's Online

To Help Women Advance, Their Trailing Spouses Get Job-Hunting Aid

More female executives are moving ahead in their careers through geographic moves, more employers are helping their accompanying husbands find work.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

Is More of the Same Enough for American Express?

American Express has a new leader, but its strategy and message haven’t changed much. That may not cut it in a highly competitive and rapidly changing payments landscape.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

Friending Facebook: In Defense of Social Media

Social media giants like Facebook and Snap have gotten blamed for a variety of ills. Now two academics argue the positives.

  • on Barron's Online

Recent News

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American Express Company 2018 Q1 - Results - Earnings Call Slides

American Express Company 2018 Q1 - Results - Earnings Call Slides

  • on Seeking Alpha

American Express Posts 31% Jump in First-Quarter Profit

American Express reported improvement in key profit metrics in the latest period as it focuses on rebuilding its capital, which took a hit from charges related to the U.S. tax overhaul.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

Why American Express Is Rallying

American Express Co. (NYSE: AXP) released its first quarter financial results after the markets closed on Wednesday. The company said that it had $1.86 in earnings per share (EPS) on $9.72 billion in revenue, versus consensus estimates that called for $1.71 in EPS on $9.14 billion in revenue. The same period from last year had $1.35 in EPS on $7.89 billion in revenue.

  • on 247WallSt.com

Visa, Mastercard Talk About Shared Online Payment Button

Visa Inc. and Mastercard Inc., the two largest U.S. card networks, said  they’re planning to drop their longstanding initiatives to get online shoppers to use dedicated payment buttons.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

AmEx up 2.5% after earnings beat

AmEx up 2.5% after earnings beat

  • on Seeking Alpha

Why Amex Could Be Poised for a Strong Q1

We shouldn’t expect another big tax charge this quarter, and that’s one reason to be optimistic. However, there are plenty of other factors that could bring shares down. The stock could really go anywhere from here.

  • on 247WallSt.com

American Express Could Face 'Death Cross' on Negative Earnings

American Express reports earnings on Wednesday with an elevated P/E ratio of 32.28 with a puny dividend yield of 1.50%.

  • on Investopedia.com

Amazon Continues to Push for Business Supplies Spending

Amazon is reportedly in talks with JPMorgan (JPM) for its credit card product for businesses.

  • on MarketRealist.com

Samsung Canada teams up with RBC to expand Samsung Pay availability to Canadians

Samsung Canada teams up with RBC to expand Samsung Pay availability to Canadians

  • on CNW Group

AmEx teams with Marriott for new luxury card

AmEx teams with Marriott for new luxury card

  • on Seeking Alpha

Trade Wars, Tax Cuts, Rates Impact Berkshire Hathaway in 2018

The Trump administration has initiated a trade war with China and its allies by levying duties on imported goods in order to protest unfair trade practices.

  • on MarketRealist.com

This Foreign Bank Is Quickly Becoming a Blockchain Pioneer

  • on Motley Fool

A Look at Mastercard’s Net Revenue

Mastercard (MA) saw positive momentum in its business in 2017 thanks to the adoption of e-commerce.

  • on MarketRealist.com

This Move Could Increase Mastercard’s Transaction Volumes

On April 9, 2018, Mastercard (MA) made an announcement regarding the integration of its Masterpass service with the My Phillips 66 app.

  • on MarketRealist.com

Visa Inc Stock Looks Like a Big Winner Ahead of Earnings

Visa Inc Stock Looks Like a Big Winner Ahead of Earnings

  • on InvestorPlace.com

GE, Goldman Sachs, IBM and More Dow Earnings Coming This Week

24/7 Wall St. has put together a preview of GE, IBM and the other Dow Jones Industrial Average companies scheduled to report their quarterly results this week.

  • on 247WallSt.com

SA Stock To Watch: Netflix To The Rescue?

SA Stock To Watch: Netflix To The Rescue?

  • on Seeking Alpha

U.S. Bancorp Ready to Play in the Big Leagues

Shares of the Minneapolis-based regional powerhouse have lagged behind those of bigger rivals. A money-laundering scandal didn’t help. But its stock now looks attractive.

  • on Barron's

I Have No Exit Strategy For Visa

I Have No Exit Strategy For Visa

  • on Seeking Alpha

Delta Finds Revenue in Credit Cards and Upgrades

Delta is banking on branded credit cards and plusher passenger amenities to drive growth. The No. 2 U.S. carrier beat quarterly earnings forecasts thanks to rising passenger and cargo traffic as well as rising non-ticket revenue.

  • on The Wall Street Journal

American Express Reports First-Quarter EPS of $1.86

American Express Reports First-Quarter EPS of $1.86

  • on BusinessWire - BZX

EMV Cards Market 2018 Global Trends, Market Share, Industry Size, Growth, Opportunities, and Market Forecast to 2023

EMV Cards Market 2018 Global Trends, Market Share, Industry Size, Growth, Opportunities, and Market Forecast to 2023

  • on MarketersMedia

National Park Foundation Boosts Volunteer Outreach & Programs Across National Parks Community

National Park Foundation Boosts Volunteer Outreach & Programs Across National Parks Community

  • on PR Newswire - PRF

United States : American Express Will Open Eleventh Location of The CENTURION Lounge at Denver International Airport

United States : American Express Will Open Eleventh Location of The CENTURION Lounge at Denver International Airport

  • on Euclid Tenders Info

United States : New Global Brand Platform Shows How American Express Has Customers' Backs in Life and Business

United States : New Global Brand Platform Shows How American Express Has Customers' Backs in Life and Business

  • on Euclid Tenders Info

American Express and Marriott Unveil New and Refreshed Starwood Preferred Guest Co-Branded Credit Cards

American Express and Marriott Unveil New and Refreshed Starwood Preferred Guest Co-Branded Credit Cards

  • on BusinessWire - BZX

Fourth Annual American Express Leadership Academy Global Alumni Summit Connects Social Purpose Leaders from Around the World

Fourth Annual American Express Leadership Academy Global Alumni Summit Connects Social Purpose Leaders from Around the World

  • on BusinessWire - BZX

Mobile Wallet Market Size will Exceed US$ 6 Billion By 2022

Mobile Wallet Market Size will Exceed US$ 6 Billion By 2022

  • on Heraldkeeper

SCA to Engage 5,000+ Volunteers in Nationwide Earth Month Celebration

SCA to Engage 5,000+ Volunteers in Nationwide Earth Month Celebration

  • on PR Newswire - PRF

With Tax Day Approaching, Arizona Residents Have New Options for State Tax Payments

With Tax Day Approaching, Arizona Residents Have New Options for State Tax Payments

  • on PR Newswire - PRF

American Express Will Open Eleventh Location of The CENTURION® Lounge at Denver International Airport

American Express Will Open Eleventh Location of The CENTURION® Lounge at Denver International Airport

  • on BusinessWire - BZX

Compliance, RegTech and Financial Luminaries Headline the COMPLY2018 Conference

Compliance, RegTech and Financial Luminaries Headline the COMPLY2018 Conference

  • on PRWeb

Smart Communications(TM) Unveils Agenda for INNOVATE 2018

Smart Communications(TM) Unveils Agenda for INNOVATE 2018

  • on GlobeNewswire

New Global Brand Platform Shows How American Express Has Customers’ Backs in Life and Business

New Global Brand Platform Shows How American Express Has Customers’ Backs in Life and Business

  • on BusinessWire - BZX

Singapore : CapitaLand to launch all-in-one e-payment service at 17 malls

Singapore : CapitaLand to launch all-in-one e-payment service at 17 malls

  • on Euclid Tenders Info

Corporate Finance Leaders Worldwide Remain Optimistic and Will Face Risk Head-On Despite Economic and Political Uncertainty, According to New American Express Global Survey

Corporate Finance Leaders Worldwide Remain Optimistic and Will Face Risk Head-On Despite Economic and Political Uncertainty, According to New American Express Global Survey

  • on BusinessWire - BZX

Corporate Finance Leaders Worldwide Remain Optimistic and Will Face Risk Head-On Despite Economic and Political Uncertainty, According to New American Express Global Survey

Corporate Finance Leaders Worldwide Remain Optimistic and Will Face Risk Head-On Despite Economic and Political Uncertainty, According to New American Express Global Survey

  • on BusinessWire - BZX

United States : Richard Petrino Appointed Executive Vice President, Corporate Controller and Principal Accounting Officer of American Express

United States : Richard Petrino Appointed Executive Vice President, Corporate Controller and Principal Accounting Officer of American Express

  • on Euclid Tenders Info

C&H Financial Services, Inc. climbs 13 places to #59 of the Top 60 Merchant Acquirers in the U.S.

C&H Financial Services, Inc. climbs 13 places to #59 of the Top 60 Merchant Acquirers in the U.S.

  • on BusinessWire - BZX

C&H Financial Services, Inc. climbs 13 places to #59 of the top 60 Merchant Acquirers in the U.S.

C&H Financial Services, Inc. climbs 13 places to #59 of the top 60 Merchant Acquirers in the U.S.

  • on BusinessWire - BZX

American Express Co.

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. Card Services (USCS); International Consumer and Network Services (ICNS); Global Commercial Services (GCS); Global Merchant Services (GMS), and Corporate and Other. The USCS segment offers a range of proprietary consumer cards and provides services to consumers in the United States, including travel services. The ICNS segment covers travel services outside the United States. The GCS segment issues corporates and small business cards, and payment and expense management services globally. The GMS segment represents payment network that processes and settles proprietary and non-proprietary card transactions. The Corporate and Other segment consists of corporates 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. (See Full Profile)

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Number of Ratings 33 Full Ratings

Citi Goes Shopping For Credit Card Initiations

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Benzinga's Top Upgrades, Downgrades For March 28, 2018

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Bank Deregulation Has 80% Likelihood Of Passage, Says Height Capital

  • on Benzinga.com

Competitors

Name Chg % Market Cap
Capital One Financial Corp. -0.35% $47.4B
Bank of America Corp. -1.70% $307.13B
JPMorgan Chase & Co. -0.81% $375.86B
Mastercard Inc. 0.63% $187.48B
Discover Financial Services 0.24% $25.43B
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