American Express Stock (AXP) Week Ahead: Dividend Update, Analyst Price Targets, Credit Trends and Key Catalysts for Christmas Week
American Express shares closed at $376.51 on Dec. 19, near record highs after a volatile week with volume above 8 million shares. The board declared a $0.82 dividend, payable Feb. 10, 2026. Thanksgiving-week spending on AmEx cards rose 9% year-over-year, with Platinum cardholder retail spending up 13%, according to CEO Stephen Squeri. Next earnings are scheduled for Jan. 30, 2026.