American Express Spent $2.43 Billion on Rewards Last Quarter
Just in the the second quarter of this year, Amex said it spent $2.43 billion on card member rewards. An 11% increase from a year earlier.
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The Travel Collection, A New Benefit for Some Amex Cardholders
American Express has quietly added a new benefit to three of its credit cards. The program is called The Travel Collection and provides discounts and perks when you book flights, hotels, cruises and more.
Check Your Amazon Accounts, Possible $30 Credit When Using MR Points (YMMV)
I was trying to use this great 20% off promotion from Amazon for a second time earlier this morning. I purchases $500 in Lowe’s gift cards for $399 plus one Membership Rewards point. At checkout I noticed that I had an option to use a $30.00 promotional balance for my purchase. It wouldn’t stack with the 20%…
Amazon and American Express Will Launch Co-Branded Card for Small Businesses
American Express announced today that it is launching a co-branded credit card with Amazon.com aimed at U.S. small businesses.
Amex Wins Supreme Court Swipe-Fee Antitrust Case
The Supreme Court voted 5-4 in favor of American Express for their policy of preventing retailers from offering customers incentives to pay with cheaper cards.
Amex Pay Over Time Bonus, Enroll to Get 10K Membership Rewards Points (Targeted)
The “Pay Over Time” program is available for American Express charge cards and it basically makes them credit cards, as you don’t have to pay in full by your due date.
Transfer Membership Rewards to Hawaiian Miles with 25% Bonus
American Express is offering a 25% bonus when you transfer Membership Rewards points to the Hawaiian Airlines mileage program.
New American Express Signup Bonus Tool, Find Out if You Qualify Before You Apply
American Express has added a new tool to the credit card application process. It lets applicants know beforehand whether or not they are eligible for the welcome bonus.
“Do More Business” Replaces Amex’ OPEN Savings Program
American Express has ended its OPEN Savings Program. Starting June 1st, they replaced it with a new program called “Do More Business”.
Amex Adds New Restrictions to Signup Bonuses, And It Could Affect Many People
Amex adds new vague restrictions. They can deny a bonus based on the number of American Express Cards you have opened and closed as well as other factors.
Amazon Membership Rewards Discount, Get $30 Off $60+ Purchase (YMMV)
With this targeted promotion you can get a $30 discount when you purchase $60+ of eligible items and you use at least 1 Membership Rewards point.
Amex Enhances Purchase Protection and Extended Warranty
Amex will be making changes to purchase protection and extended warranty terms. And both changes are making these perks better.