Gateway Wealth Partners LLC Purchases 7,335 Shares of American Express Company $AXP

Gateway Wealth Partners LLC increased its position in American Express Company (NYSE:AXP) by 524.3% in the 1st quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 8,734 shares of the payment services company’s stock after buying an additional 7,335 shares during the quarter. Gateway Wealth Partners LLC’s holdings in American Express were worth $2,642,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

A number of other large investors have also added to or reduced their stakes in AXP. Keybank National Association OH raised its position in American Express by 3.0% during the 4th quarter. Keybank National Association OH now owns 359,261 shares of the payment services company’s stock worth $132,909,000 after purchasing an additional 10,495 shares during the last quarter. Swiss Life Asset Management Ltd grew its position in shares of American Express by 34.1% in the 4th quarter. Swiss Life Asset Management Ltd now owns 139,887 shares of the payment services company’s stock valued at $51,751,000 after buying an additional 35,533 shares during the last quarter. Country Trust Bank grew its position in shares of American Express by 14.0% in the 4th quarter. Country Trust Bank now owns 121,774 shares of the payment services company’s stock valued at $45,050,000 after buying an additional 14,931 shares during the last quarter. Peapack Gladstone Financial Corp increased its stake in shares of American Express by 6.2% in the fourth quarter. Peapack Gladstone Financial Corp now owns 65,997 shares of the payment services company’s stock valued at $24,416,000 after buying an additional 3,855 shares during the period. Finally, Thames Capital Management LLC increased its stake in shares of American Express by 189.6% in the fourth quarter. Thames Capital Management LLC now owns 80,463 shares of the payment services company’s stock valued at $29,767,000 after buying an additional 52,679 shares during the period. Institutional investors own 84.33% of the company’s stock.

American Express Stock Up 2.9%

Shares of NYSE:AXP opened at $335.63 on Tuesday. American Express Company has a 1 year low of $288.34 and a 1 year high of $387.49. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.66, a current ratio of 1.63 and a quick ratio of 1.62. The business’s 50-day moving average is $332.96 and its 200-day moving average is $329.64. The company has a market capitalization of $229.01 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 20.37, a P/E/G ratio of 1.31 and a beta of 1.04.

American Express (NYSE:AXP) last released its earnings results on Friday, July 24th. The payment services company reported $4.53 EPS for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $4.41 by $0.12. The business had revenue of $14.99 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $19.70 billion. American Express had a return on equity of 34.12% and a net margin of 15.07%.The firm’s revenue was up 10.0% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter last year, the firm posted $4.08 earnings per share. American Express has set its FY 2026 guidance at 17.300-17.900 EPS. Equities research analysts predict that American Express Company will post 17.68 earnings per share for the current year.

American Express Announces Dividend

The business also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Monday, August 10th. Stockholders of record on Thursday, July 2nd will be given a dividend of $0.95 per share. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Thursday, July 2nd. This represents a $3.80 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 1.1%. American Express’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is 23.06%.

More American Express News

Here are the key news stories impacting American Express this week:

• Positive Sentiment: American Express reported second-quarter adjusted earnings of $4.53 per share, ahead of the $4.41 consensus estimate, while revenue increased 10% year over year. Management maintained its 2026 earnings outlook of $17.30–$17.90 per share. American Express Just Reported Its Second Quarter
• Positive Sentiment: Management raised or reaffirmed its 2026 revenue-growth outlook at approximately 10%, with analysts viewing planned investment in customers, technology and strategic capabilities as constructive for sustaining long-term growth. One analyst retained a $415 price target. AXP Q2 Earnings Call Highlights Reinvestment Strategy
• Positive Sentiment: Strong card-fee performance and spending by premium customers suggest American Express continues to benefit from affluent borrowers, supporting its differentiated business model. Warren Buffett’s long-term ownership was also highlighted as a sign of the company’s compounding potential. Meet the Dividend Growth Stock That Warren Buffett Held for Decades
• Neutral Sentiment: Several research reports describe AXP as a high-quality franchise with durable revenue momentum, but valuation has become a key consideration after the stock’s strong performance. American Express: A Strong Business Model That Delivers
• Negative Sentiment: Investors were concerned that operating expenses are rising as American Express reinvests for growth. Although earnings exceeded expectations, reported sales of roughly $14.99 billion were below consensus, and analysts trimmed forecasts after the quarter. Analysts Cut Forecasts Following Q2 Earnings
• Negative Sentiment: BTIG Research lowered its price target from $324 to $315 and assigned a sell rating, reinforcing concerns that the shares may be fully valued and that near-term expense growth could weigh on earnings.

Analyst Ratings Changes

AXP has been the topic of a number of recent analyst reports. The Goldman Sachs Group lifted their price objective on American Express from $360.00 to $400.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research note on Tuesday, April 28th. BTIG Research decreased their target price on shares of American Express from $324.00 to $315.00 and set a “sell” rating for the company in a research report on Monday. Royal Bank Of Canada lowered shares of American Express from a “moderate buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Monday, July 13th. Jefferies Financial Group upgraded shares of American Express from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating in a research report on Monday, July 13th. Finally, UBS Group upped their price objective on shares of American Express from $340.00 to $386.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research note on Tuesday, July 7th. One research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, eleven have assigned a Buy rating, eleven have issued a Hold rating and one has assigned a Sell rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, American Express currently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $372.95.

American Express Company Profile

American Express is a global financial services company primarily known for its payment card products, travel services and merchant network. Founded in 1850 as an express mail business, the company evolved through the 20th century into a payments and travel-focused organization. Its core activities include issuing consumer and commercial charge and credit cards, operating a global card acceptance and processing network, and providing travel-related services and customer loyalty programs.

American Express issues a range of products for individuals, small businesses and large corporations, including personal cards, business and corporate cards, and co‑brand partnerships with airlines, hotels and retailers.