8-KEarnings & ResultsRegulation FD

AMERICAN EXPRESS CO 8-K Report, Financial Results (Jul 24, 2006)

Filed July 24, 2006For Securities:AXP

Summary

This Form 8-K filing by American Express Company (AXP) on July 24, 2006, announces the company's financial results for the second quarter of 2006. The report primarily serves to incorporate by reference three exhibits: a press release detailing the Q2 2006 financial results, additional financial information pertaining to the quarter, and a supplementary earnings supplement. Investors should refer to these attached documents for specific details on the company's performance, including revenue, earnings, and other key financial metrics for the period.

Key Highlights

  • 1American Express Company filed an 8-K on July 24, 2006, to report its second quarter 2006 financial results.
  • 2The filing incorporates by reference a press release dated July 24, 2006, announcing the Q2 2006 financial outcomes.
  • 3Additional financial information related to the second quarter of 2006 is also included as an exhibit.
  • 4A 2006 Second Quarter Earnings Supplement is provided, offering further detailed financial data.
  • 5The report does not contain new operational disclosures but serves as a formal submission of previously released financial information.
  • 6Investors are directed to the attached exhibits (99.1, 99.2, and 99.3) for a comprehensive understanding of the Q2 2006 performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly report and incorporate by reference American Express Company's financial results for the second quarter of 2006, which were announced on July 24, 2006.

The detailed financial results are available in the exhibits attached to this Form 8-K filing: Exhibit 99.1 (Press Release), Exhibit 99.2 (Additional financial information), and Exhibit 99.3 (2006 Second Quarter Earnings Supplement).

No, this filing primarily serves to formally submit the company's second quarter 2006 financial results. It does not appear to contain new operational, strategic, or other material business updates beyond the financial performance announcement.

The event date (July 24, 2006) is when American Express announced its Q2 2006 financial results. The filing date (July 24, 2006) indicates the report was submitted to the SEC on the same day the results were made public, ensuring timely disclosure.