American Express releases 2026 DFAST results; stress capital buffer stays at 2.5%
American Express announced the results of its company-run 2026 Dodd-Frank Act Stress Test and said its Stress Capital Buffer requirement stays at 2.5 percent through September 30, 2027, in line with the Federal Reserve's February 4, 2026 announcement. The company said the results reflect the strength of its balance sheet and that it will continue returning capital to shareholders.
- Stress Capital Buffer requirement remains at 2.5 percent, the minimum under applicable regulations, through September 30, 2027
- Quarterly common share dividend increased 16 percent to $0.95 per share beginning with the first-quarter 2026 declaration
- American Express returned $8.7 billion to shareholders via buybacks and dividends in the 12 months ended March 31, 2026