American Express CEO Steve Squeri says Platinum card growth has surged to record levels, generating $10 billion a year in fees. He also hinted that Amex may soon introduce an even more exclusive ultra-premium card.
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Citi’s New Premium Card Is Solid Long-Term—But Almost Too Good In Year One
Citi finally nailed the premium card formula. The credits alone outpace the fee. Year one value is borderline absurd.
Most Credit Cards Fail Because They Chase Everyone. Winners Invest Asymmetrically In What Customers Truly Value.
Most cards chase broad appeal and end up generic. The real winners double down on status, invest asymmetrically, and serve customers who matter most.
Bilt Members Can Now Earn Points On Everything From Groceries To Beer—Delivered To Your Door
Bilt has expanded its ecosystem beyond rent, letting members earn rewards when ordering everyday essentials through Gopuff. Whether it’s snacks, cleaning supplies, or a late-night beer run, every delivery now earns points on top of your regular credit-card rewards. It’s the newest way Bilt is turning everyday spending—and now home delivery—into a loyalty win.
Hyatt’s Visa Just Became A Status Machine — Double Elite Nights For New Cardmembers Through January 31
Hyatt just supercharged its credit card. New cardmembers can earn double elite nights through January, unlocking faster Globalist status and suite upgrades.
Amex Platinum Turns An $895 Fee Into $2,800+ In Perks—And Earns 175,000 Points: Right For You?
With $2,800+ in usable credits, 175,000 bonus points, and unrivaled lounge perks, here’s how the American Express Platinum Card® an easily outweigh its $895 fee—and whether it makes sense for you.
Citi Didn’t Think This One Through—Its New Premium Card Launch Offer Is Almost Too Good
Citi’s new premium card stacks credits and bonuses in a way that feels unintentional. The first-year value is almost absurd.
Unlock 100,000 Star Alliance Points With A $95 Card—Use On More Airlines Than Any Other Program
Turn a $95 annual fee into 100,000 points you can redeem across Star Alliance, Emirates, Etihad, Oman Air, and more airlines than any other program.
[ENDS WEDNESDAY] Mesa Card Earns Points For Mortgages, Rarely Offers A Bonus—50K Points Available Until October 15
The no-fee Mesa Card lets you earn airline miles on your mortgage plus 3x on daycare, insurance and even taxes—and right now it’s offering a rare 50,000-point bonus through October 15.
I Unboxed Citi’s Strata Elite Card Too Soon—Now They’ve Made the Offer Way Better
I tore into the Strata Elite box feeling smug about my 80K bonus. Then Citi raised the offer to 100K.











