Amex Expands Global Network to Over 190 Million Merchant Locations
American Express has expanded its global network to over 190 million merchant locations worldwide, up from approximately 170 million last year. This growth reflects the company's ongoing momentum in its global acceptance strategy, driven by key partnerships and targeted expansion in areas where Card Members live, work, and travel.
According to Anna Marrs, Group President, Global Merchant & Network Services, American Express, 'This milestone reflects decades of investment in expanding our global network so we can serve more Merchants around the world and connect them with our high-spending Card Members.'
The company has seen significant gains since 2021, including strong acceptance growth across the Caribbean, doubling locations in Canada, Japan, and Mexico, tripling locations across Europe, including in the UK and France, and quadrupling locations in Singapore.
American Express is also expanding how Card Members can pay through digital wallets and other digital payment capabilities, with partnerships such as Alipay in China. The company has built strong coverage in cities that draw Card Members for major global sporting events, such as Melbourne, Mexico City, and Vancouver.