American Express Earns Hold Ratings from 23 Brokerages, 9 Buys Versus 1 Sell
American Express received an average Hold rating from 23 brokerages, with nine Buys, thirteen Holds and one Sell. Meanwhile, US active mutual funds lost $428.2 billion in 2025 as passive vehicles gained $268.2 billion, underscoring challenges for stock pickers that could influence institutional demand for shares.
1. Analyst Ratings Breakdown
American Express garnered an average Hold rating from 23 brokerages, including nine Buy recommendations, thirteen Hold ratings and one Sell grade. Although the average 12-month price target was omitted, the consensus reflects moderate growth expectations without an immediate catalyst.
2. Impact of Passive vs Active Flows
US active mutual funds experienced net outflows of $428.2 billion in 2025, while passive vehicles saw $268.2 billion of inflows. This shift towards passive investing could dampen institutional demand for individual stocks like American Express, altering liquidity dynamics.