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American Express Company (NYSE: AXP) is a global payments and premium lifestyle brand that regularly issues news about its business strategy, customer programs and financial performance. Founded in 1850 and headquartered in New York, the company emphasizes trust, security and service, and communicates frequently with investors and customers through press releases and webcasts.
On this page, readers can follow American Express news covering topics such as earnings conference call announcements, dividend declarations and participation in financial services conferences. The company often announces dates for quarterly earnings webcasts and other investor events, providing insight into how management discusses business trends and financial results.
American Express also releases news about its support for small businesses and communities, including grant programs for small and independently owned restaurants and Shop Small initiatives. Additional coverage includes programs like the American Express Leadership Academy for nonprofit leaders and partnerships that expand access to dining, travel and entertainment experiences, such as activities around major sporting events and collaborations with platforms like Resy.
Updates on technology and commercial solutions, including partnerships to enhance virtual card issuance and real-time transaction data for expense management, are another recurring theme in the company’s news flow. Investors and observers can use this news page to monitor how American Express presents its brand, customer initiatives and product capabilities over time. For those tracking AXP stock, the news feed offers a centralized view of company announcements that may inform their understanding of the business.
American Express Company (NYSE:AXP) has announced a dividend of $4,240.28 per share on its 3.550% Fixed Rate Reset Noncumulative Preferred Shares, Series D. This dividend is payable on September 15, 2021, to shareholders of record as of September 1, 2021. This announcement underscores the company's commitment to returning value to shareholders while maintaining its position as a global leader in integrated payments.
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The Amex® Gold Card Pop-Up Diner is a traveling restaurant operating in four cities from September 10 to October 3, 2021, featuring exclusive culinary experiences by top Resy restaurants. Each city will showcase unique diner-inspired menus, including offerings from Andros Taverna in Chicago, Osteria in Philadelphia, Anju in Washington, D.C., and Rezdôra in Brooklyn. The event also includes a complimentary game for Gold Card Members, with prizes such as Delta gift cards. Dine-In tickets are $75 and takeout packages are $28, with sales starting on August 10 and August 12, respectively.
American Express Company (NYSE: AXP) will participate in two upcoming virtual investor conferences. On September 14, 2021, Vice Chairman and CFO Jeffrey C. Campbell will speak at the Barclays Global Financial Services Conference at 8:15 a.m. ET. On September 17, 2021, Douglas E. Buckminster, Vice Chairman and Group President, will present at the Autonomous Research Future of Commerce Symposium at 10:00 a.m. ET. Live webcasts will be available through the American Express Investor Relations website, with replays accessible afterward.
American Express Company (NYSE: AXP) reported a strong second-quarter net income of $2.3 billion, translating to $2.80 per share, a significant increase from $257 million or $0.29 per share last year. Total revenues net of interest expense rose 33% to $10.2 billion, reflecting robust Card Member spending. The company benefited from $866 million in credit reserve releases, predominantly due to solid credit performance. Despite a 44% increase in expenses to $7.9 billion, optimism remains high for continued growth in the core U.S. market.
American Express Company (NYSE: AXP) has announced dividends for its Series B and C Preferred Shares. The 5.200% Fixed Rate / Floating Rate Noncumulative Preferred Shares, Series B will pay a quarterly dividend of $9,059.25 per share on August 16, 2021, for shareholders of record as of August 1, 2021. The 4.900% Fixed Rate / Floating Rate Noncumulative Preferred Shares, Series C will have a quarterly dividend of $8,698.80 per share, payable on September 15, 2021, to shareholders of record on September 1, 2021.
American Express (NYSE: AXP) announced additional $25,000 enhancement grants for 25 Black-owned small businesses from its Coalition to Back Black Businesses program. Approximately 60% of recipients are Black women-owned. Established to empower Black businesses, the Coalition has committed $10 million, distributing over 600 grants across 33 states since its inception in 2020. With the latest funding, businesses aim to improve online presence, relocate, and enhance marketing. Applications for the 2021 grants will open this September, expanding support for U.S. Black-owned small businesses.
American Express has launched an enhanced U.S. Consumer Platinum Card, offering added value with expanded travel, dining, wellness, retail, and entertainment benefits, totaling over $1,400 annually for Card Members. Key features include a $200 hotel credit with Amex Travel, a $179 CLEAR membership credit, and enhanced airport lounge access with over 1,300 lounges worldwide. Additionally, the card now includes up to $240 in digital entertainment credits, a $300 Equinox fitness credit, and exclusive dining experiences through Resy. The annual fee is set at $695, effective for renewals from January 1, 2022.
American Express (AXP) has launched its "Let’s Go Shop Small" campaign with a $100 million investment aimed at supporting small businesses across the globe. This initiative is part of a broader effort to bolster the recovery of local enterprises post-pandemic. The campaign also features partnerships with Pinterest to promote digital shopping for small businesses. According to a new study, 47% of small business owners are worried about profits during summer, but shopping small could potentially inject $27 billion into the economy.
American Express (AXP) will host a live audio webcast of its earnings conference call on July 23, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. ET, to discuss its second quarter 2021 financial results. Financial results and presentation materials will be available on its Investor Relations website at approximately 7 a.m. ET prior to the call. An audio replay will follow the conference.
For more details, visit American Express Investor Relations.
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