Who Founded American Express?

American Express is best known now for its financial services, especially credit cards. The company has been around for more than 150 years and has grown from a small delivery company to a giant in the financial services industry that is not only active in the United States, but around the world.

  1. Founders

    • American Express was founded by Henry Wells and William G. Fargo in 1850. The company started out as a delivery service.

    Headquarters

    • American Express was founded in Albany, N.Y. It is now headquartered in New York City.

    Financial Services

    • In 1882, American Express began selling money orders and, in 1891, it issued its first traveler's checks.

    Credit Cards

    • American Express gave out its first credit card in 1958 and, within a decade, was a profitable branch of the company.

    Global Company

    • American Express has a presence in more than 130 countries around the world.

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