American Express (NYSE: AXP) reported a quarterly earnings per share of $3.04, surpassing estimates, and announced a dividend increase to $0.82, yielding 1.21%. The stock opened at $270.48, with a market cap of $190.02 billion and a PE ratio of 19.31. Insider trading saw a significant purchase by Director Michael J. Angelakis, increasing his stake, while Blueshift Asset Management reduced its holdings by 52.1%. Analysts maintain a "Hold" rating, with a consensus price target of $303.52.