5 Most Innovative Companies in Finance

4. American Express Company (NYSE:AXP)

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American Express Company (NYSE:AXP) is one of the oldest U.S. companies serving in the finance sector. American Express began as a freight forwarding company in 1850. In the early 20th century, American Express Company (NYSE:AXP) launched new financial products. In the 1950s, the company released a charge card which offered customers a new and convenient way of payment. Ranked fourth on our list, American Express Company (NYSE:AXP) is one of the most innovative companies in finance.