8-KItem 8.01 · Other Events

American Express Launches Proposed Offering of Series E Preferred Depositary Shares

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American Express announced on August 5, 2026, a proposed public offering of depositary shares representing interests in newly issued Series E fixed-rate reset noncumulative preferred shares. The company plans to use the proceeds for general corporate purposes, including potentially redeeming some or all of its outstanding Series D preferred shares, but the offering, its pricing and closing, and any redemption remain subject to market conditions.

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