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Fed unveils enforcement action against American Express over anti‑money laundering lapses

The Federal Reserve announced an enforcement action against American Express for failing to adequately detect and report certain suspicious activity tied to money laundering. Multiple outlets reported total penalties of $350 million and noted involvement by the OCC.

Federal Reserve·Oct 8, 2026, 8:30 PM·2 min read✓ Verified

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