American Express, established in 1850, is a global financial services company renowned for its payment processing, credit card issuers and insurance.
It created its first charge card in 1958, requiring monthly full payment, a game-changing innovation in the cash-based payment system.
It is popular among business travellers due to its convenience, travel insurance, and access to airport lounges.
It also launched its first gold card in 1966, catering to wealthy consumers with increased credit limits and rewards programmes.
Today, American Express Card offers a variety of charge and credit cards, reach over 170 countries and caters to a wide range of client needs.