American Express is a globally recognized financial services company that specializes in payment solutions and travel-related services. The company is best known for its charge and credit card offerings, which cater to both consumers and businesses, enabling them to make purchases and manage expenses seamlessly. In addition to card services, American Express provides a range of financial products, including personal savings accounts, loans, and business financing options, as well as premium travel services and rewards programs designed to enhance customer loyalty. Through its extensive network, American Express facilitates transactions, offering a variety of products that address the needs of individuals and corporations alike in the realm of financial management and travel experiences. Read More
American Express delivered quarterly results ahead of Wall Street expectations, prompting a positive market response. Management attributed the quarter’s momentum to accelerating cardmember spending, a resurgence in travel activity, and continued strength in retail categories. CEO Stephen Squeri highlighted the recent refresh of the U.S. Platinum Card as a primary driver, noting that “initial customer demand and engagement are exceeding our expectations.” The company also pointed to excellent credit performance and stable delinquency rates supporting profitability.
Shares of athletic apparel retailer Lululemon (NASDAQ:LULU)
jumped 4.4% in the afternoon session after BNP Paribas Exane upgraded the stock to Neutral from Underperform, setting a new price target of $146. The upgrade came after the shares had fallen about 65% since the firm's previous downgrade, leading the analyst to note that the current valuation was "pricing in a lot of bad news." The firm also pointed to potential positive developments that could help the stock. These included a partnership with American Express Platinum and the possibility of "founder-led activism." Analysts suggested that most negative expectations from Wall Street were already factored into Lululemon's stock price.
A surprisingly strong finish on Wall Street capped a volatile week. Calming words from President Trump about China and better-than-expected earnings from regional banks fueled a late-session rebound, pushing major indices into positive territory.
Global payments company American Express (NYSE:AXP) reported Q3 CY2025 results topping the market’s revenue expectations, with sales up 10.8% year on year to $13.82 billion. Its GAAP profit of $4.14 per share was 3.6% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
New York, NY – October 17, 2025 – Telecommunications giant AT&T (NYSE: T) is experiencing a day of modest gains in a broader market that shows signs of stabilization, positioning itself with a series of strategic business updates that underscore its long-term growth ambitions. While today's stock movement for AT&T
Shares of American Express (NASDAQ: AXP) are trading higher Friday after the company shared a couple of positive announcements during an earnings call.
