American Express earned $4.53 per share in the second quarter, higher than market expectations
[American Express earned $4.53 per share in the second quarter, higher than market expectations] Financial Associated Press reported on July 24 that American Express's second-quarter revenue was $19.64 billion, while the market expected $19.69 billion; earnings per share were $4.53, while the market expected $4.41. American Express expects revenue to grow 10% this fiscal year, compared with its previous forecast of 9% to 10% growth. American Express still expects earnings per share for the current fiscal year of $17.30 to $17.90, compared with its previous forecast of $17.68.