American Express: 3 Key Takeaways for Long-Term Investors

American Express reported record Q3 2026 quarterly revenues of $20 billion with 10% full-year revenue growth target. The company is restructuring to eliminate 5% of global positions ($336M charge), integrating membership rewards into AI tools, and focusing on premium creditworthy customers. A new partnership with Airbnb adds over 1 million listings to Amex Travel, positioning the company for sustained mid-teen EPS growth.

10/23/2026, 1:31 PM • The Motley Fool

2 Stocks to Buy From the 5 That Make Up Roughly 61.5% of Berkshire Hathaway's Portfolio

Berkshire Hathaway maintains a concentrated portfolio approach with five stocks comprising 61.5% of its ~$365 billion portfolio. The article recommends Apple and Coca-Cola as the two best picks from Berkshire's top holdings, citing Apple's strong brand, shareholder-friendly practices, and lower AI infrastructure risk, while Coca-Cola offers consistent dividend growth and defensive characteristics during economic uncertainty.

10/20/2026, 7:05 PM • The Motley Fool

American Express vs. Mastercard: Which Financial Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

The article compares American Express and Mastercard as investment options for 2026. American Express operates a closed-loop system as both lender and network processor with premium positioning but faces credit risk and customer concentration. Mastercard functions as a pure-play technology network with global scale, higher margins, and no direct credit risk, but commands a premium valuation. The author recommends Mastercard as the better buy despite American Express's more attractive valuation, citing Mastercard's superior long-term performance and lower risk profile.

10/19/2026, 7:05 AM • The Motley Fool

Greg Abel's Berkshire Hathaway Collected $479 Million in Dividends Last Year from an American Express Stake That Cost $1.3 Billion. You Can Put the Same Principles to Work for Yourself.

Berkshire Hathaway has collected $479 million in dividends from American Express in 2025, from an initial investment of $1.3 billion made over multiple years ending in 1995. The company now owns 22% of American Express with a market value of $56 billion. American Express has consistently grown its dividend payouts over time, demonstrating the power of long-term dividend investing.

10/17/2026, 11:45 AM • The Motley Fool

Warren Buffett's Successor, Greg Abel, Has Over 45% of Berkshire Hathaway's $356 Billion Portfolio Invested in 3 Undeniable Winners

Greg Abel, Warren Buffett's successor as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, has maintained the company's portfolio concentration strategy with over 45% ($160.6 billion) of invested assets in three major holdings: Apple ($76.73 billion), American Express ($46.72 billion), and Alphabet ($37.17 billion). While Buffett sold 75% of Apple before retirement, Abel views it as a long-term compounder. Abel has significantly increased Berkshire's Alphabet stake, tripling it in Q1 and adding $17 billion in Q2, attracted by Google's search dominance and AI ambitions in Google Cloud.

10/16/2026, 5:06 AM • The Motley Fool

History Says Berkshire Hathaway Stock Holds Up When the Market Falls: It Beat the S&P 500 in 11 of 13 Down Years

Berkshire Hathaway has outperformed the S&P 500 in 11 of 13 down market years since 1965, demonstrating resilience during market downturns. The company's diversified business portfolio, substantial cash reserves ($365.5 billion), and disciplined investment approach provide protection against market volatility, though it has underperformed in 2026 with only 3% gains versus the S&P 500's 14% rise.

10/15/2026, 6:50 AM • The Motley Fool

3 Dividend Growth Stocks That Have Doubled Their Payouts in 5 Years

Eli Lilly, Tractor Supply Company, and American Express have each doubled their dividend payouts over the past five years. Despite varying yields and current market challenges, all three stocks maintain modest payout ratios, suggesting room for continued dividend growth. These companies represent attractive long-term investments for dividend-focused investors seeking both income and capital appreciation.

10/13/2026, 4:20 PM • The Motley Fool

Greg Abel Is Reshaping Berkshire's Portfolio. Here's Who's In and Who's Out.

Greg Abel, nine months into his tenure as Berkshire Hathaway CEO, is reshaping the company's $350 billion equities portfolio. He has designated Apple, American Express, Coca-Cola, and Moody's as core holdings with limited activity expected. Meanwhile, Abel has significantly increased positions in Alphabet (now 10.6% of portfolio), initiated new stakes in Delta Airlines, and increased exposure to housing through Lennar. Energy holdings like Chevron and Occidental Petroleum remain uncommitted, while Bank of America has been slightly trimmed. Abel has also resumed share repurchases after years of pause.

10/13/2026, 4:30 AM • The Motley Fool

Warren Buffett Bought These 4 Dividend Stocks Years Ago. Here's What $1,000 in Each Would Be Worth Today.

The article examines Warren Buffett's long-term investment strategy through four dividend stocks: Coca-Cola ($1,000 invested in 1989 worth ~$43,000 with dividend reinvestment), American Express ($1,000 in 1995 worth ~$54,560 with reinvestment), Bank of America ($1,000 in 2018 worth ~$2,220 with reinvestment), and Chevron ($1,000 in 2021 worth ~$3,185 with reinvestment). The analysis demonstrates that Buffett's buy-and-hold approach to well-run businesses at attractive prices has generated substantial returns, with longer-held positions significantly outperforming the S&P 500.

10/11/2026, 2:15 PM • The Motley Fool

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Compounded at 19.7% a Year for 61 Years, a 6,099,294% Cumulative Gain. Can Investors Still Learn From That Playbook Today?

Warren Buffett stepped down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway after 61 years, during which the stock gained over 6 million percent compared to the S&P 500's 46,000% gain. The article examines whether investors can still benefit from Buffett's investment philosophy of buying well-run businesses at attractive prices and holding them long-term, emphasizing that emotional discipline and selectivity are more important than intelligence in investing.

10/06/2026, 8:15 AM • The Motley Fool

Greg Abel-Led Berkshire Hathaway Owns 26 Dividend Stocks. Here's the One I'd Buy First.

Berkshire Hathaway's portfolio includes 26 dividend-paying stocks out of 29 total holdings. The article recommends Constellation Brands as the top dividend stock to buy, citing its 3.64% yield, cheap valuation at 11x earnings, strong free cash flow growth, and analyst price target suggesting 54% upside potential, despite recent headwinds from demographic shifts and immigration policy impacts.

10/05/2026, 10:30 AM • The Motley Fool

United Kingdom Loyalty Market Size, Spend Forecast and 100+ KPI Databook, 2026-2030 | Market to Reach US$6.47 Billion as AI Personalisation and App-Wallet Rewards Reshape Growth

The UK loyalty market is forecast to grow from US$4.19 billion in 2026 to US$6.47 billion by 2030, driven by AI personalisation, app-wallet rewards, and member-only pricing. Major retailers are shifting from traditional points-based systems to personalised savings at checkout, with mobile apps and digital wallets becoming central to engagement strategies.

10/05/2026, 5:57 AM • GlobeNewswire

Where Will American Express Stock Be in 2031?

American Express stock has declined nearly 20% from July's peak amid concerns about rising costs and economic health. However, the article argues this represents a buying opportunity, noting the company maintains consistent long-term growth with 10% revenue growth and 12.4% earnings growth expected. Based on historical performance patterns, the stock could reach approximately $540 by 2031, representing ~12% annual gains from current levels.

10/02/2026, 8:15 AM • The Motley Fool

PayPal Is 83% Below Its High. Here's What Would Send the Stock Back There.

PayPal stock has plummeted 83% from its July 2021 peak of $305.13, despite solid fundamentals including 56% growth in payment volume and 64% growth in free cash flow over five years. The main concern is weakness in the company's branded checkout solution, which grew only 2% in recent quarters, suggesting loss of market share to competitors like Apple Pay and potential sensitivity to consumer discretionary spending. For the stock to recover, the branded checkout segment must accelerate, though the author remains skeptical of a full recovery to previous highs.

10/02/2026, 5:30 AM • The Motley Fool

Prediction: A Stock Market Crash Is Coming. Here's What Investors Should Do Based on Warren Buffett's Time-Tested Advice.

The article warns that the S&P 500 is vulnerable to a crash due to mounting risks including surging oil prices from Middle East geopolitical conflict, rising inflation, Federal Reserve interest rate hikes, and potential slowdown in AI development. The author cites the S&P 500's elevated valuation (second-highest in history) and recommends following Warren Buffett's time-tested advice: view downturns as buying opportunities, focus on long-term fundamentals, and avoid panic selling.

09/25/2026, 11:02 AM • The Motley Fool