Inside the heated debate that led to American Express' first credit card in 1958
January 26, 2026
January 26, 2026
NEW YORK, Jan. 26 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- American Express posted the following news release:
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Inside the heated debate that led to American Express' first credit card in 1958
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That American Express Card in your wallet? It almost never was.
In 1957, the idea of introducing a credit card at a company known for its successful travelers cheque business was controversial. In a group letter from several leaders . . .
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Inside the heated debate that led to American Express' first credit card in 1958
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That American Express Card in your wallet? It almost never was.
In 1957, the idea of introducing a credit card at a company known for its successful travelers cheque business was controversial. In a group letter from several leaders . . .