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Other Fees and Commissions and Other Expenses (Details 1) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2021 | Dec. 31, 2020 | Dec. 31, 2019
Other Fees and Commissions and Other Expenses [Abstract] |  |  |
Data processing and equipment | $ 2,431 | $ 2,334 | $ 2,168
Professional services | 1,958 | 1,789 | 2,091
Net unrealized and realized gains on Amex Ventures equity investments | (767) | (152) | (77)
Other | 1,195 | 1,354 | 1,674
Total Other expenses | $ 4,817 | $ 5,325 | $ 5,856

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