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title: "American Express Co Q2 2026: Revenue $19.64B, EPS $4.53— 10-Q Summary"
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description: "American Express reported Q2 2026 revenue of $19.64B and EPS of $4.53, up 10% and 11% year-over-year respectively. Growth was driven by billed business expansion and strength in goods & services and travel sectors. The company also announced strategic moves, including selling ~30% of Global Business Travel and acquiring TheFork to enhance dining capabilities."
datetime: "2026-07-24T16:11:02.000Z"
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# American Express Co Q2 2026: Revenue $19.64B, EPS $4.53— 10-Q Summary

American Express Co reported second-quarter 2026 results with higher revenue and earnings compared with the year‑ago quarter, driven by billed business growth and strength across goods & services and travel & entertainment.

**Financial Highlights**

-   Revenue was $19.64B for Q2 2026, compared with $17.86B in the year‑ago quarter; YoY change 10%.
-   Net income was $3.11B for Q2 2026, compared with $2.89B in the year‑ago quarter; YoY change 8%.
-   Diluted EPS was $4.53 for Q2 2026, compared with $4.08 in the year‑ago quarter; YoY change 11%.

**Business Highlights**

-   Total revenues net of interest expense rose about 10% year over year, supported by 9% billed business growth and strength across goods & services and travel & entertainment.
-   Expanded lending features on charge cards and unified presentation of card balances to reflect both revolve and pay‑in‑full balances.
-   Premium card portfolios drove net card fees up 15%, with strong acquisition and retention and increased engagement from Millennial and Gen‑Z customers.
-   Continued investments in technology, colleagues and the Membership Model while managing expenses and targeting marketing and operating efficiencies.
-   Strategic moves included announcing the sale of roughly 30% of Global Business Travel and pursuing the acquisition of TheFork to expand dining and reservation capabilities.

Original SEC Filing: AMERICAN EXPRESS CO \[ AXP \] - 10-Q - Jul. 24, 2026

**Disclaimer**

This is an AI-powered summary. It may contain inaccuracies. Consider verifying important information with the source. Please note this summary is solely based on documents filed with the SEC.

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