Overview

• American Express reported a Q1 2025 profit of $2.58 billion ($3.64 per share), exceeding analyst expectations of $3.47 per share.
• Revenue for the quarter rose 7% year-over-year to $16.97 billion, surpassing forecasts of $16.93 billion.
• The company reaffirmed its full-year 2025 guidance, projecting 8–10% revenue growth and EPS between $15.00 and $15.50.
• Premium cardholders continued spending robustly despite broader economic uncertainties, driving the company's strong performance.
• Shares of American Express rose 4.1% to $263.34 following the earnings report, reflecting investor confidence in its outlook.