AMERICAN EXPRESS CO

This report includes forward-looking statements, which are subject to risks and uncertainties. The forward-looking statements, including the company’s expectations regarding the transaction gain, contain words such as “expect,” “estimate,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “will,” “may,” “should,” “could,” “would,” “likely,” and similar expressions. Actual results may differ from those set forth in the forward-looking statements due to a variety of factors, including GBTG’s ability to satisfy closing conditions and consummate the transaction, management’s decisions regarding future strategies and business initiatives and those described in American Express’ Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025 and its other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date on which they are made. The company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements.

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