AmEx Stock Supported by Rising Spending in Q2
American Express (US0258161092) reported its second-quarter 2026 earnings, which showed revenue reaching $17.9 billion and diluted EPS coming in at $4.08.
The company also stated that cardmember spending rose 7% year over year in the quarter, providing a clear anchor for American Express stock even without a market-moving headline.
This metric links top-line momentum to transaction activity rather than a single accounting line, making it more informative for investors than a simple price move alone.