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20.05.26 - 18:06
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American Express and Main Street America Award More Than $10 Million in Grants to Over 500 Small Businesses (Business Wire)
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Expanded Investment Helps Small Businesses Nationwide to Grow, Innovate, and Support Their Local CommunitiesNEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--American Express and Main Street America today announced the recipients of the Amex Shop Small® Grants Program, awarding over $10 million in funding to over 500 small businesses across the country. Each recipient has received a $20,000 grant to help them grow, innovate, and support their local communities.
The program was initially launched with a $5 million contribution to support 250 small businesses in honor of America's 250th anniversary. Through a Small Business Saturday giving pledge, an additional $1 was given to the grant program for eligible transactions made on Small Business Saturday, and American Express contributed an additional $5.1 million—expanding the program's reach and impact to small businesses and the communities they serve.
“Small businesses play a vital role in our communities,” said Jennifer Skyler, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, American...
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18.05.26 - 16:06
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Western Union Appoints Pedro Alegría as Vice President and General Manager for Mexico and Central America (Business Wire)
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The executive will lead the company's digital growth and evolution strategy in the region.MEXICO CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Western Union announces the appointment of Pedro Alegría as Vice President and General Manager for Mexico and Central America. From this position, he will lead the company's business and operation strategy in the region, with a focus on digital innovation, sustainable growth and a customer-centric value proposition.
Alegría has more than 20 years of experience in financial services, digital payments and innovation, with experience in both Mexico and the United States. Throughout his career he held leadership positions in companies such as American Express, Santa Barbara Bank & Trust, Banco Azteca and Banco Dondé, leading transformation, business growth and product development initiatives in highly competitive markets.
Prior to joining Western Union, he served as General Manager of Broxel USA, where he was in charge of the execution of the business strategy for the U.S. market. He le...
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05.05.26 - 23:06
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American Express Declares Dividend on Series D Preferred Stock (Business Wire)
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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of American Express Company (NYSE: AXP) 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, 2026 to shareholders of record on June 1, 2026.
ABOUT AMERICAN EXPRESS
American Express (NYSE: AXP) is a global payments and premium lifestyle brand powered by technology. Our colleagues around the world back our customers with differentiated products, services, and experiences that enrich lives and build business success.
Founded in 1850 and headquartered in New York, American Express' brand is built on trust, security, service, and a rich history of delivering innovation and Membership value for our customers. We seek to provide the world's best customer experience every day to a broad range of consumers, small and medium-sized businesses, and large corporations, and we build and ...
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05.05.26 - 13:48
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Can American Express Keep Up With Its Swelling Dividend? (24/7 Wall St.)
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American Express (NYSE: AXP) is set to pay out $0.95 per share on May 8, 2026, the first installment at the new dividend rate after a 16% increase from $0.82. With the stock at $319.21, the question for income investors is whether this premium card network can keep funding a faster-growing payout. Dividend Snapshot Metric ... Can American Express Keep Up With Its Swelling Dividend?...
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04.05.26 - 13:36
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Long Lake Agrees to Acquire American Express Global Business Travel, the World′s Largest Corporate Travel Platform, for $6.3 Billion, With Support From General Catalyst and Alpha Wave (Business Wire)
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Transaction combines Long Lake's applied AI capabilities with Amex GBT's marketplace, customer relationships and technology solutions to make business travel faster, smarter and more seamless for every traveler
Amex GBT shareholders to receive $9.50 per share in cash, representing 65.1% premium to the 30-day VWAP
Major shareholders collectively representing 69% of GBT's shares have entered into voting agreements in support of the transaction, including American Express, Expedia, Qatar Investment Authority, and BlackRock
American Express brand licensing agreement to remain in place, ensuring continuity for clients, partners and travelers worldwide
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--American Express Global Business Travel, which is operated by Global Business Travel Group, Inc. (NYSE: GBTG) (“Amex GBT” or the “Company”), a leading software and services company for travel, expense and meetings & events, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Long Lake Management ...
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04.05.26 - 13:36
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American Express Global Business Travel Reports Strong Q1 2026 Financial Results (Business Wire)
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NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--American Express Global Business Travel, which is operated by Global Business Travel Group, Inc. (NYSE: GBTG) ("Amex GBT" or the "Company"), a leading software and services company for travel, expense and meetings & events, today reported first quarter 2026 financial results.
(in millions, except percentages; unaudited)
Three Months Ended
YOY
Inc / (Dec)
March 31,
2026
2025
Revenue
$
840
$
621
35%
Total operating expenses
$
837
$
566
48%
Gross Profit
$
471
$
374
26%
Gross Profit Margin
56%
60%
(410)bps
Net income
$
54
$
75
(28)%
Net income margin
6%
12%
(570)bps
Adjusted Gross Profit
$
490
$
390
26%
Adjusted Gross Profit Margin
58%
63%
(450)bps
Adjusted Operating Expenses
$
691
$
480
44%
Adjusted EBITDA
$
150
$
141
6%
Adjusted EBITDA Margin
18%
23%
(490)bps
Net cash (used in) from operating activities
$
(15)
$
53
(129)%
Free Cash Flow
$
(52)
$
26
(300)%
Net Debt / LTM Adjusted EBITDA
2.0x
1.7x
A reconciliation of non-GAAP financial ...
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28.04.26 - 21:54
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Visa, Mastercard, American Express Are Down by Double Digits in 2026: Buying Opportunity or Trap? (24/7 Wall St.)
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Three of the best-known names in financial services are stuck in the mud. Visa (NYSE:V), Mastercard (NYSE:MA), and American Express (NYSE:AXP) are all down double digits year to date, even as their latest earnings reports keep clearing Wall Street estimates. As of midday Tuesday, Visa shares are trading near $309, Mastercard around $508, and Amex ... Visa, Mastercard, American Express Are Down by Double Digits in 2026: Buying Opportunity or Trap?...
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