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AMERICAN EXPRESS CO 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Feb 10, 2026)

Reports
Other Events·Exhibits & Filings
Filing Date
Filed February 10, 2026
Period End
February 10, 2026
Security
AXP
In the record · 2016–202610-K1110-Q328-K275

AXP filed 11 annual reports (10-K), 32 quarterly reports (10-Q) and 275 current reports (8-K) between 2016 and 2026.

  1. Material agreement8-K · May ’19May ’19
  2. Leadership change8-K · Dec ’22Dec ’22
  3. Leadership change8-K · Mar ’25Mar ’25

01—Abstract

Summary

Summary of the 8-K filed February 10, 2026. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.

American Express Company (AXP) has announced the successful completion of a significant debt offering, raising a total of $3.55 billiona through the issuance of both Senior Notes and Subordinated Notes.

The Senior Notes encompass three tranches: $1.35 billionb in 4.009% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Notes due 2029, $1.0 billion in 4.456% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Notes due 2032, and $650 million in Floating Rate Notes due 2029. These offerings aim to bolster the company's capital structure and provide financial flexibility. In addition to the Senior Notes, American Express also issued $500 million in 5.412% Fixed-to-Fixed Rate Subordinated Notes due 2041.

The issuance of these notes, under established indentures and pursuant to a Form S-3 registration statement, suggests a strategic move to diversify funding sources and potentially optimize its cost of capital. Investors should note the mixed fixed-to-floating rate nature of the senior tranches, which introduces interest rate sensitivity, while the subordinated notes offer a higher fixed yield with a longer maturity.

02—Key points

Key Highlights

  1. American Express Company (AXP) completed a significant debt offering, raising $3.55 billion.
  2. The offering included $2.95 billion in Senior Notes across three tranches with varying maturities and interest rate structures (fixed-to-floating and floating).
  3. Specifically, Senior Notes consist of $1.35B (4.009% F-T-F due 2029), $1.0B (4.456% F-T-F due 2032), and $650M (Floating Rate due 2029).
  4. The company also issued $500 million in 5.412% Fixed-to-Fixed Rate Subordinated Notes due 2041.
  5. The debt was issued under the company's existing Form S-3 registration statement and related indentures.
  6. The issuance aims to strengthen the company's capital base and provide for ongoing operational and strategic needs.

03—Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What was the total amount raised by American Express in this offering?

    American Express raised a total of $3.55 billion through the issuance of both Senior Notes and Subordinated Notes.

  2. What are the key terms of the Senior Notes issued?

    The Senior Notes consist of $1.35 billion in 4.009% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Notes due February 9, 2029, $1.0 billion in 4.456% Fixed-to-Floating Rate Notes due February 10, 2032, and $650 million in Floating Rate Notes due February 9, 2029.

  3. What is the amount and key feature of the Subordinated Notes issued?

    American Express issued $500 million in 5.412% Fixed-to-Fixed Rate Subordinated Notes due February 8, 2041. These notes carry a higher fixed interest rate and a longer maturity compared to some of the senior tranches.

  4. Why did American Express issue these new notes?

    The issuance of these notes is a standard capital markets activity aimed at managing the company's capital structure, funding ongoing operations, and supporting future growth initiatives. It diversifies their sources of funding and ensures financial flexibility.

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