"2024 was another strong year for American Express," CEO Stephen J. Squeri said in a statement. "We exited the year with increased momentum, with billings growth accelerating to 8 percent in the fourth quarter, driven by stronger spending from our consumer and commercial customers during the holiday season."

American Express shares fell 1.4% Friday after the company reported earnings and gave an outlook that disappointed some investors. The credit card company logged net income of $2.17 billion, or $3.04 a share,

American Express Co. profits increased 12% as well-heeled consumers spent more than analysts expected on their credit cards over the holidays, a tailwind the firm said it expects will continue.

Financial services giant American Express ( AXP 1.12%) reported fourth quarter and full-year 2024 earnings on Friday, Jan. 24, that topped analysts' consensus estimates. AmEx announced an EPS of $3.04, just beating the projection of $3.03. Revenue reached $17.18 billion, also narrowly beating expectations and showing 8.7% growth year over year.

Key Takeaways U.S. equities were little changed at midday after a strong week that saw the S&P 500 set a record high.American Express's 2025 revenue guidance was mostly short of analysts' estimates.Verizon Communications posted better-than-expected results as it benefited from higher prices.