Citi is introducing a new premium rewards card. Here’s what I expect will set it apart from other high-end cards.
2025 is shaping up to be an exciting year for Premium Rewards Credit Cards, and, honestly, I really enjoy seeing competition in this space. To kick things off, the Chase Sapphire Reserve® has seen a major overhaul, now including a Business version, which is a first for premium business cards. Additionally, American Express is gearing […]
Michigan health insurers seek significant premium increases for 2026.
Michigan Health Insurers Seek Significant Premium Increases Health insurance providers in Michigan are pushing for substantial premium rate hikes as the expiration of the Biden-era tax credits at the end of 2025 could lead to millions losing access to private insurance. This week, a state insurer offering Affordable Care Act-compliant plans submitted a proposed increase […]
Oil Prices on Track for Weekly Decline as War Premium Fades
Crude Oil Prices Decline Amid Middle East Stability Crude oil prices are set to end the week lower as tensions between Israel and Iran have eased, alleviating fears about supply disruptions in the Middle East. Currently, Brent crude oil is trading around $68 per barrel, while West Texas Intermediate stands at approximately $65.55 per barrel. […]
Adam Back says Michael Saylor’s strategy premium is not ‘unreasonable’
According to Blockstream CEO Adam Back, the stock premium associated with Michael Saylor’s MicroStrategy (MSTR) is understandable, especially given how quickly companies are ramping up their Bitcoin holdings, which eases the risks for investors. Back mentioned that the timeline for MicroStrategy has been around 16 to 18 months, as noted during his conversation with Bitcoin […]
Examining the best three premium travel credit cards.
Changes in the Points and Miles World This week, there were some big developments in the Points and Miles realm, starting with American Express announcing updates to their Platinum Card on Monday. Then on Tuesday, I came across the full details on enhancements to the Chase Sapphire Reserve®, set to roll out next week—these will […]
Chase Will Maintain Free Sapphire Lounge Guest Access for Premium Cardholders
Chase Stands Firm on Lounge Access for Cardholders In an effort to ease congestion at its Centurion Lounge, American Express implemented a guest fee for travelers using the Amex Platinum Card, which can go up to $50. Now, Capital One plans to do something similar with its Venture X cardholders next year. However, Chase is […]
Delta and Amex are looking to introduce an exceptionally premium card.
Chase and Amex Updates Spark Buzz Chase has generated significant chatter lately with news of a new sapphire aliserve business card and an updated sapphire aliserve card. These cards are presented as practical all-in-one travel cards, mirroring the style of the Amex Platinum with an annual fee of $795. I, for one, tried to get […]
Berkshire shares fall significantly as the ‘Buffett premium’ vanishes, prompting expectations of further selling.
Buffett’s Departure and Berkshire Hathaway’s Stock Performance Warren Buffett once suggested that Berkshire Hathaway’s stock might see an increase upon his retirement. However, the opposite has transpired. Following his announcement on May 3 about his plans to step down, the stock took a hit—falling more than 10% and trailing the S&P 500 by about 15 […]
Oregon health insurers announce expected premium hikes for individuals and small businesses in 2026
Premium Increases for Oregonians’ Health Coverage Residents of Oregon who purchase health coverage through small businesses are facing premium increases next year. This change is part of the proposed adjustments from local health insurance companies for the 2026 Health Plan, with an average hike of around 10% for individuals and more than 11% for small […]
JPMorgan Chase Plans to Launch New Physical Locations Offering Premium Concierge Services for Wealthy Clients
JPMorgan Chase has announced that it will open 14 new financial centers across four different states this week. These physical locations aim to cater to private clients who invest more than $750,000 in qualified deposits and investment accounts. These new centers will complement existing branches in places like San Francisco and New York City that […]