Recent Research Analysts’ Ratings Updates for American Express (AXP)

A number of research firms have changed their ratings and price targets for American Express (NYSE: AXP):

• 7/7/2026 – American Express had its price target raised by TD Cowen from $330.00 to $338.00. They now have a “hold” rating on the stock.
• 7/7/2026 – American Express had its price target raised by UBS Group AG from $340.00 to $386.00. They now have a “neutral” rating on the stock.
• 7/7/2026 – American Express had its price target raised by Barclays PLC from $322.00 to $364.00. They now have an “equal weight” rating on the stock.
• 7/6/2026 – American Express was given a new $380.00 price target by Evercore Inc.
• 6/30/2026 – American Express had its price target raised by BTIG Research from $285.00 to $324.00. They now have a “sell” rating on the stock.
• 6/29/2026 – American Express is now covered by Piper Sandler. They set an “overweight” rating and a $396.00 price target on the stock.
• 6/29/2026 – American Express is now covered by Piper Sandler. They set an “overweight” rating and a $396.00 price target on the stock.
• 6/24/2026 – American Express had its price target raised by Truist Financial Corporation from $360.00 to $375.00. They now have a “buy” rating on the stock.
• 6/18/2026 – American Express was upgraded by DZ Bank AG from “hold” to “buy”. They now have a $375.00 price target on the stock.
• 6/16/2026 – American Express had its “sell” rating reaffirmed by BTIG Research. They now have a $285.00 price target on the stock.
• 5/21/2026 – American Express is now covered by Loop Capital. They set a “buy” rating and a $389.00 price target on the stock.
• 5/14/2026 – American Express was upgraded by Freedom Capital from “hold” to “strong-buy”.

American Express Announces Dividend

The firm also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Monday, August 10th. Shareholders of record on Thursday, July 2nd will be paid a $0.95 dividend. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, July 2nd. This represents a $3.80 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 1.1%. American Express’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 23.71%.

American Express is a global financial services company primarily known for its payment card products, travel services and merchant network. Founded in 1850 as an express mail business, the company evolved through the 20th century into a payments and travel-focused organization. Its core activities include issuing consumer and commercial charge and credit cards, operating a global card acceptance and processing network, and providing travel-related services and customer loyalty programs.

American Express issues a range of products for individuals, small businesses and large corporations, including personal cards, business and corporate cards, and co?brand partnerships with airlines, hotels and retailers.