Tag: AXP
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Berkshire Hathaway’s worst year, Buffet Speaks, Likes Long Term
Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A) had its worst year on record, Chairman Warren Buffet told shareholders Saturday that the economy would remain in “shambles” during 2009 and beyond. His 22 page annual letter is full of wisdom nuggets. Also you may wanna read the annual report. Though I am capturing key points per my understanding, I shall…
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Futures are Pointing Higer Opening
There are a lot of positive news in the market, for a change. Some of the companies have announced good results. FDIC starting a “bad bank” concept and FOMC meeting announcement at 2:15pm. There is nothing much fed is left with from the interest rates perspective, but Uncle Ben may have some more tricks. Y’day…
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American Express Beats on Earnings (AXP)
American Express, AXP posted third quarter earnings of $0.74 per share, which is $0.15 better than consensus estimate of $0.59 per share. The company’s revenue totaled $7.16 billion vs. analysts’s estimates of $7.31 billion in revenue. Consolidated provisions for losses totaled $1.4 billion, up 51% from a year ago. The third quarter net loan write-off…