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18. American Express Company (NYSE:AXP)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 71

Short Interest as of Apr 30, 2025: 1.19%

American Express Company is an integrated payments company. The company operates in International Card Services, U.S. Consumer Services, Global Merchant and Network Services, and Commercial Services segments. Its products and services consist of charge card, network services, credit card, banking, travel and lifestyle services, and expense management products and services.

The firm recently completed its acquisition of Center, a software company that helps manage expenses for small and medium-sized businesses. This acquisition will merge American Express’ corporate and small business cards with the Center’s expense management technology. With this integration, experiences and value for commercial customers will be improved.

The company has also reaffirmed its full-year guidance for 2025. As per the guidance, management anticipates revenue growth of 8% to 10% along with the EPS ranging between $15 to $15.50. Management highlighted that these estimates assume a peak unemployment rate of 5.7%. CEO Stephen Squeri mentioned that early Q2 spending trends are reflecting first-quarter levels in all spending categories and customer segments. CFO Christophe Le Caillec highlighted consistency in consumer spending trends and credit performance.

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