American Express reported record revenues of $17.9 billion, up 9% year over year in Q2 2025.
Capital position remains strong with CET1 ratio at 10%, stress capital buffer at the lowest permissible 2.5%, and ROE of 36%.
Delinquency rates remained flat and write-off rates declined, reflecting strong credit quality.
Earnings per share were $4.08, up 17% excluding last year's gain from the sale of the certified portfolio.
Net card fees reached record levels, up 20% FX adjusted, more than doubling since 2019.
Net interest income grew at a double-digit pace driven by balance sheet growth and margin expansion.
Operating expenses grew 9% excluding certified, driven by investments in risk management and technology, but operating leverage improved with expenses as a percentage of revenue down from 25% to 21%.
Reaffirmed full-year guidance of 8% to 10% revenue growth and EPS between $15 and $15.50.
Returned $2 billion to shareholders including $0.6 billion dividends and $1.4 billion share repurchases.
Total card member spending increased 7%, with strong growth in goods and services and restaurant spending, offset by softer airline and lodging spend.