Credit Card Rewards news and trends

Airlines See Increasing Income From Card Loyalty Programs

March 15, 2026
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Nearly 3 in 4 Premium Cardholders Used a Card-Linked Offer in the Past Year
Credit Cards // February 10, 2026

Consumers who pay the most for their credit cards turn out to be the ones least likely to ignore them. Just 3.9% of premium cardholders report rarely or never using their high-fee plastic, making them the most loyal segment in the entire credit card market,...

SMBs Stand to Gain From Visa and Mastercard ‘Swipe Fees’ Settlement
Credit Cards // November 10, 2025

Visa and Mastercard have announced an updated settlement in a 20-year legal battle with merchants. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

Visa and Mastercard Merchant Settlement Offer Targets Rewards Cards
Credit Cards // November 09, 2025

Visa and Mastercard’s 20-year legal battle over interchange fees is reportedly winding down. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today....

Card Rewards at ‘Inflection Point’ as Companies Court Ultra-Rich
Credit Cards // August 17, 2025

Have you found yourself struggling to make the most of your credit card rewards? Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

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Nearly 3 in 4 Premium Cardholders Used a Card-Linked Offer in the Past Year

February 10, 2026
Consumers who pay the most for their credit cards turn out to be the ones least likely to ignore them. Just 3.9% of premium cardholders report rarely or never using their high-fee plastic, making them the most loyal segment in the entire credit card market, according to new research from PYMNTS Intelligence. Get the Full […]

Unlocking Cardholder Loyalty: 3 Strategies for Crafting Compelling Card-Linked Offers

June 19, 2025
Credit cards remain a central payment instrument for consumers, and their appeal is intrinsically linked to the rewards, offers and benefits they provide. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

Credit Unions Outpace Digital Banks in Top-of-Wallet Conversion Battle

May 23, 2025
The battle for the small and medium-sized business (SMB) share of wallet is heating up. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

75% of Financially Stable Consumers Prefer Co-Branded Cards for Rewards

February 28, 2025
Higher costs and financial uncertainty are prompting many consumers to reassess their credit card choices. Financial stability plays a key role in how individuals select their cards, with factors like...

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Airlines See Increasing Income From Card Loyalty Programs

March 15, 2026
Airlines are reportedly seeing a greater share of revenue from co-branded credit cards. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing communications […]

SMBs Stand to Gain From Visa and Mastercard ‘Swipe Fees’ Settlement

November 10, 2025
Visa and Mastercard have announced an updated settlement in a 20-year legal battle with merchants. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Visa and Mastercard Merchant Settlement Offer Targets Rewards Cards

November 09, 2025
Visa and Mastercard’s 20-year legal battle over interchange fees is reportedly winding down. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Card Rewards at ‘Inflection Point’ as Companies Court Ultra-Rich

August 17, 2025
Have you found yourself struggling to make the most of your credit card rewards? Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...