AmEx Posts Higher Profits As Spending Ticks Up In Q1 2014

American Express reports that its net income rose to $1.43 billion, or $1.33 per share, in the first three months of 2014, despite harsh winter weather keeping consumers indoors and away from stores.

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    The increase means AmEx’s  net income climbed 12 percent in the first quarter, slightly outstripping analysts expected earning of $1.30 per share, though AmEx missed forecasted net revenues $8.35 billion, coming in at $8.2 billion instead.

    Following the release of the earnings report, AmEx’s stock is down 60 cents to $86.80 in after-hours trading.

     

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