Major Changes to the Amex Platinum Card Arriving on September 18
American Express Updates for Platinum Cards Coming Soon American Express (AMEX) is rolling out significant updates for its Platinum Cards, mainly focusing on improved travel and lifestyle benefits through collaborations, including with Delta Air Lines. These updates will be effective from September 18, 2025, and include an increase in the annual fee to $895. New […]
Amex Nearly Confirms: Major Changes to the Platinum Card Coming Next Week
Get ready, Platinum Card holder! American Express is hinting at a significant announcement coming on Thursday, September 18th, and it’s pretty easy to guess what might be on the horizon. Back in June, American Express revealed plans to refresh both the Platinum Card and Business Platinum Card this fall. However, details were scarce. They didn’t […]
Amex EveryDay versus Citi Strata: Worthwhile points with no annual fee
The Amex Everyday® credit card from American Express is no longer available, but it used to serve as a familiar option among Amex’s notable products. Like its more exclusive counterparts, it allows you to earn transferable American Express membership reward points, along with various bonus categories. To illustrate the competitive landscape, the Citi Strata Card […]
A new leader in credit cards appears as the competition between Amex and Chase intensifies.
Credit Card Rankings Shift as Competition Intensifies American Express and Chase have long vied for the title of America’s most favored credit card. However, recent updates indicate that new contenders are altering the landscape. Bank of America has made a notable leap from fifth to second place, while Capital One secures the third position in […]
Why Does Amex Charge for Certain Points Transfers?
Many travelers transferring American Express Points from their cards—either the Amex Gold or the Amex Platinum—often find themselves puzzled by a common issue: “Why am I being charged to transfer my points?” For newcomers, this can be a surprise, while seasoned points collectors find it, well, frustratingly familiar. The fees are relatively low and only […]
Amex Reveals Big Hotel Credit Before Platinum Card Update Next Month
Possible American Express Card Updates on the Horizon In June, American Express shared plans to refresh both the Amex Platinum and Business Platinum cards this fall. However, details were pretty sparse, with no specific benefits or timelines mentioned, just an indication that changes would be coming in the next few months. Recently, we learned about […]
Affluent New Yorkers believe Amex Black Cards have lost their appeal.
Are You Losing Money on Your Credit Card? Remember when the Amex Black Card was the ultimate flex? A few years back, it was practically a status symbol, and even A$AP Mob dedicated a whole song to it. But, that was then, and, well, times have changed. Nowadays, practicality seems to take precedence over the […]
My experience booking a $35 per night Hilton stay in Portugal using two Amex cards
Making the Most of Amex Perks in Portugal This summer marked my third visit to Portugal. My stay at a particularly ambitious hotel turned out to be surprisingly budget-friendly. While it’s easy to rack up high expenses at luxury hotels in Europe, my experience at a Hilton in Porto was quite the opposite. Thanks to […]
Amex GBT and CWT merger can move forward after DOJ withdraws antitrust lawsuit
American Express Global Business Travel is set to acquire its rival CWT for $540 million following the US Department of Justice’s decision to remove antitrust obstacles against large travel management firms. The DOJ had contended that merging AMEX GBT and CWT—both of which are among the top three players in the business travel management sector—would […]
Why I’m holding onto the Amex Platinum despite the changes to the Sapphire Reserve
Choosing Between Premium Cards It’s always a fun challenge to pick from my premium cards. I really enjoy both, but honestly, they each offer something unique. Right now, I’m referring to the American Express Platinum Card and the Chase Sapphire Reserve. Recently, the Sapphire Reserve hiked its annual fee to $795, surpassing the Amex Platinum’s […]