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title: "American Express Is Spiking Higher -- Here's Why"
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# American Express Is Spiking Higher -- Here's Why

> American Express shares rose by 5% amid a strong stock market, with the S&P 500 up 2%. This surge is attributed to strong bank earnings from major institutions like Wells Fargo and Goldman Sachs, which reported better-than-expected results. Additionally, lower-than-expected inflation data, including a favorable Producer Price Index and Consumer Price Index, suggests potential interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, boosting investor confidence in the financial sector.

The stock market was having a strong day on Wednesday, with the **S&P 500** (^GSPC 1.92%) up by about 2% at 3:30 p.m. ET. However, the financial sector was one of the better performers, and **American Express** (AXP 4.12%) was up by as much as 5%.

There are two main reasons for this move: bank earnings and inflation data. So, let's take these one at a time.

## Bank earnings have been strong

First, several big banks kicked off earnings season on a high note. **Wells Fargo** (WFC 6.88%), **Goldman Sachs** (GS 5.87%), **Citigroup** (C 7.05%), and **JPMorgan Chase** (JPM 2.25%) all reported better-than-expected results for the fourth quarter. Some even surprised the market with an optimistic outlook. For example, Wells Fargo said that it expects net interest income to rise in 2025.

## Inflation data is a pleasant surprise

Second, the reason the entire market is rallying higher is inflation, or more specifically, slower inflation than many had expected.

On Tuesday, the latest Producer Price Index (PPI) data came in significantly lower than expected, followed by a core Consumer Price Index (CPI) reading on Wednesday that confirmed that inflation was lighter than expected in December.

Tame inflation increases the likelihood that the Federal Reserve will continue to cut interest rates in 2025. With banks' interest margins under pressure in recent years due to rising rates, further rate cuts could be a catalyst for higher bank profits. This means the financial sector is one for investors to watch.

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> **Disclaimer**: This article is for reference only and does not constitute any investment advice.