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Mar 31

American Express Q1 2025 Earnings Report

Reported strong first-quarter results with revenue and EPS growth driven by increased card member spending and net interest income.

Key Takeaways

American Express delivered solid performance in Q1 2025, achieving $17.0B in revenue and $2.6B in net income. Results were supported by increased card member activity and robust credit metrics.

Revenue reached $17.0B, up 7% year-over-year.

EPS increased to $3.64, up from $3.33 in Q1 2024.

Net income rose to $2.6B driven by growth in card fees and interest income.

Company maintained full-year revenue and EPS guidance despite macro uncertainties.

Total Revenue
$17B
Previous year: $15.8B
+7.6%
EPS
$3.64
Previous year: $3.33
+9.3%
Billed Business
$387B
Previous year: $367B
+5.6%
Revenue (FX-Adjusted)
$17B
Credit Loss Provisions
$1.2B
Cash and Equivalents
$52.5B
Previous year: $54B
-2.8%
Free Cash Flow
$4.33B
Previous year: $5.16B
-15.9%
Total Assets
$282B
Previous year: $269B
+4.9%

American Express

American Express

Forward Guidance

AmEx reaffirmed its full-year 2025 outlook with expectations of continued revenue and EPS growth despite external economic pressures.

Positive Outlook

  • Full-year revenue growth expected to be 8–10%
  • EPS guidance maintained at $15.00–$15.50
  • Continued strength in card member spending
  • Strong demand for premium products
  • Stable credit trends support earnings visibility

Challenges Ahead

  • Macroeconomic uncertainty remains a risk
  • Potential impact from geopolitical tensions
  • Higher write-offs due to loan growth
  • Increased variable customer engagement costs
  • Operating expense pressure from strategic investments