American Express: Cash-Generative Moat Meets a Tactical Long Opportunity
American Express (AXP) combines a high-return, brand-driven payments franchise with strong free cash flow and durable fee economics. Recent Q2 beats on EPS, 15% fee revenue growth and a raised revenue guide argue for continued upside. Valuation is not cheap but looks reasonable vs. cash generation; technicals and reinvestment plans warrant a struct…