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American Express (AXP) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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$309.97 -1.56 (-0.50%)
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American Express - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2026)

Consensus Rating

Sell
1
Hold
14
Buy
16

Based on 31 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for American Express in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 31 analysts, 1 has given a sell rating, 14 have given a hold rating, 15 have given a buy rating, and 1 has given a strong buy rating for AXP.

Consensus Price Target

$365.63
17.96% Upside
According to the 31 analysts' twelve-month price targets for American Express, the average price target is $365.63. The highest price target for AXP is $450.00, while the lowest price target for AXP is $230.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 17.96% from the current price of $309.97.
MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.
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AXP Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
10/13/25 to 10/13/26
1 Month Ago
9/13/25 to 9/13/26
3 Months Ago
7/15/25 to 7/15/26
1 Year Ago
10/13/24 to 10/13/25
Strong Buy
1 Strong Buy rating(s)
1 Strong Buy rating(s)
1 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
15 Buy rating(s)
13 Buy rating(s)
12 Buy rating(s)
9 Buy rating(s)
Hold
14 Hold rating(s)
15 Hold rating(s)
16 Hold rating(s)
12 Hold rating(s)
Sell
1 Sell rating(s)
1 Sell rating(s)
1 Sell rating(s)
3 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target$365.63$371.15$374.12$323.60
Forecasted Upside17.96% Upside14.33% Upside4.32% Upside0.13% Upside
Consensus RatingModerate BuyHoldHoldHold

AXP Analyst Recommendations By Month

The chart below shows how a company's ratings by analysts have changed over time. Each bar represents the previous year of ratings for that month. Within each bar, the sell ratings are shown in red, the hold ratings are shown in yellow, the buy ratings are shown in green, and the strong buy ratings are shown in dark green.
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AXP Price Targets by Month

The chart below shows how a company's share price and consensus price target have changed over time. The dark blue line represents the company's actual price. The lighter blue line represents the stock's consensus price target. The even lighter blue range in the background of the two lines represents the low price target and the high price target for each stock.
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American Express Stock vs. The Competition

TypeAmerican ExpressFinance CompaniesBroader Market
Consensus Rating Score
2.52
2.28
2.53
Consensus RatingModerate BuyHoldModerate Buy
Predicted Upside17.96% Upside38.60% Upside19.07% Upside
News Sentiment Rating
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Report Date
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DateBrokerageAnalystActionRatingPrice TargetReport Date
Upside/Downside
Details
10/12/2026
Morgan Stanley logo
Morgan Stanley
3 of 5 stars
Lower TargetEqual Weight$382.00 ➝ $380.00+22.72%
10/12/2026
Richard Shane
3 of 5 stars
Lower TargetOverweight$400.00 ➝ $360.00+15.27%
10/9/2026
Weiss Ratings logo
Weiss Ratings
3 of 5 stars
 Reiterated RatingHold (C+)
10/9/2026Lower TargetOutperform$415.00 ➝ $400.00+31.41%
10/8/2026Initiated CoverageUnderperform ➝ Outperform$380.00+23.44%
10/6/2026Lower TargetHold$338.00 ➝ $335.00+9.67%
10/5/2026Lower TargetNeutral$384.00 ➝ $345.00+13.95%
10/5/2026Lower TargetEqual Weight$364.00 ➝ $342.00+12.96%
10/1/2026Set Target$320.00+6.09%
9/30/2026Lower TargetNeutral$355.00 ➝ $340.00+11.51%
9/23/2026Lower TargetBuy$375.00 ➝ $370.00+22.06%
9/7/2026Lower TargetSell$315.00 ➝ $230.00-24.52%
8/19/2026 Boost TargetBuy$359.00 ➝ $400.00+31.27%
8/12/2026Boost TargetOverweight$396.00 ➝ $405.00+18.58%
7/27/2026Lower TargetBuy$389.00 ➝ $386.00+26.68%
7/13/2026 UpgradeHold ➝ Buy
7/13/2026 Initiated CoverageBuy
7/13/2026 Initiated CoverageBuy
7/13/2026Boost TargetHold$312.00 ➝ $329.00-6.14%
7/9/2026Boost TargetBuy$387.00 ➝ $391.00+16.27%
7/6/2026Boost TargetBuy$400.00 ➝ $410.00+34.55%
6/18/2026 UpgradeHold ➝ Buy$375.00+10.21%
5/14/2026 UpgradeHold ➝ Strong-Buy
4/30/2026 Lower TargetBuy$360.00 ➝ $350.00+14.87%
4/24/2026 Lower TargetBuy$462.00 ➝ $450.00+47.69%
4/9/2026Lower TargetOverweight$425.00 ➝ $415.00+31.82%
2/17/2026 Boost TargetNeutral$280.00 ➝ $345.00+13.23%
1/30/2026 Boost TargetNeutral$324.00 ➝ $356.00+16.80%
1/13/2026 Boost TargetOutperform$380.00 ➝ $410.00+34.51%
1/12/2026 Set Target$328.00-8.70%
12/8/2025Initiated CoveragePeer Perform
11/13/2025 Boost TargetHold$280.00 ➝ $360.00+18.11%
10/1/2025Boost TargetOutperform$371.00 ➝ $394.00+18.48%
7/15/2025 DowngradeBuy ➝ Neutral
7/2/2025 Reiterated RatingOutperform
3/14/2025DowngradeStrong-Buy ➝ Hold

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Should I Buy American Express Stock? AXP Pros and Cons Explained

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Wednesday, October 7, 2026. Please send any questions or comments about these American Express pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

American Express
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in American Express:

  • American Express is currently trading at $303.93, which is significantly below the consensus price target of $373.31 set by analysts as of September 2026. This valuation gap suggests that the stock may be undervalued relative to its expected future performance, offering a potential entry point for investors seeking upside.
  • The company recently launched an integrated Corporate Cashback platform that combines new cards with expense management software and AI-powered tools to automate corporate spending controls. This innovation strengthens American Express's position in the B2B market and enhances its value proposition for corporate clients, potentially driving new revenue streams.
  • American Express has demonstrated strong earnings momentum, beating consensus estimates in its most recent quarterly report with an EPS of $4.53 compared to the expected $4.41. The company also guided for FY 2026 EPS between $17.30 and $17.90, indicating continued confidence in its ability to deliver profitable growth.
  • The company is actively preparing for the future of commerce by releasing its Amex Business Playbook for Agentic Commerce, which addresses the integration of autonomous AI agents into payment networks. This forward-looking strategy positions American Express to lead in the emerging agentic commerce space, potentially capturing new market share as AI-driven shopping becomes more prevalent.
  • American Express maintains a solid dividend yield of 1.25%, providing income to investors while the company continues to grow. The upcoming dividend payment on November 10, 2026, offers a near-term catalyst for income-focused investors, especially as the stock trades near its 52-week low of $290.97.

American Express
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in American Express for these reasons:

  • Several major financial institutions have recently lowered their price targets for American Express, including TD Cowen reducing its target from $338.00 to $335.00 and Barclays cutting its target from $364.00 to $342.00. These downgrades reflect growing concerns about the company's near-term growth prospects and valuation.
  • The stock has experienced a significant decline from its 52-week high of $387.49 to its current price of $303.93, indicating a bearish trend over the past year. This sustained drop suggests that investors are losing confidence in the company's ability to maintain its previous growth trajectory.
  • American Express faces increasing competition in the payments sector, with rivals like Capital One and other fintech companies expanding their offerings. The company's reliance on its proprietary network and high-end customer base may limit its ability to compete in the broader, more price-sensitive market segments.
  • The company's debt-to-equity ratio of 1.66 is relatively high, which could limit its financial flexibility in a rising interest rate environment. This leverage may increase its cost of capital and reduce its ability to invest in new technologies or acquire other businesses.
  • Recent insider selling activity, including significant share sales by executives such as Denise Pickett and Anna Marrs in early 2026, may signal a lack of confidence in the company's short-term outlook. While insider sales can be routine, the volume and timing of these transactions could be interpreted as a negative signal by the market.

AXP Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 31 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for American Express is $365.63, with a high forecast of $450.00 and a low forecast of $230.00.

31 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for American Express in the last year. There is currently 1 sell rating, 14 hold ratings, 15 buy ratings and 1 strong buy rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" AXP shares.

According to analysts, American Express's stock has a predicted upside of 17.96% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Analysts like American Express more than other "finance" companies. The consensus rating for American Express is Moderate Buy while the average consensus rating for "finance" companies is Hold. Learn more on how AXP compares to other companies.


MarketBeat monitors more than a dozen sources for American Express analyst ratings, with the most recent rating issued on 10/12/2026.
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