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American Express is still a value investment

CryptocurrencyOpportunities

Is American Express Losing Money?

The brain drain is a serious problem for Amex because it deprives the company of needed industry knowledge and experience. Yet it is also an opportunity because American Express has a chance to promote younger and more creative executives more open to new opportunities.

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Long Ideas

Should we be Worried about American Express

American Express also some very bright prospects for the future. One is the growing use of payment apps such as Apple Pay and Android Pay; which Amex supports. That might grow the value of credit card payments and profits from them.

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Opportunities

The Incredibly Shrinking American Express

Although its business is shrinking, the third quarter earnings report indicates that American Express is still a cash rich company

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Grocery WarsMarket Commentary

Can American Express Survive without Costco?

Despite the June 20 deadline, American Express is still a value investment. It is a well-run company with a lot of cash, a lot of float and a great deal of marketing creativity. People who buy Amex as a value investment; a dividend stock, or a growth stock will not be disappointed because American Express will survive and grow without Costco.

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