The profit wagon is running full steam as the nation's "Big 3" credit card issuers racked up a stunning 27% gain in profits during the first three months of this year. Collectively, Citigroup, MBNA, and Bank One raked in more than $1.6 billion in card profits ...
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Retailer-issued gift cards are delivering solid results as Starbucks reports that its gift cards made up more than 11% of total sales in the first three months of this year. Also, Shell Oil recently noted that its gift card program delivered about $60 million ...
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The next time you visit Universal Studios theme parks in Hollywood or Florida you'll have a chance to pick up a rewards MasterCard on the spot. Chase and Universal Studios have launched an instant issuance program, wherein consumers are granted instant access ...
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Finally there is a credit card that might impress the maitre d'. The new, black "Merrill+ VISA" offers a credit limit up to $250,000, free nights at The Ritz-Carlton, and free upgrades on international tickets with British Airways.
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An affinity debit card program has been launched that enables consumers to earn rewards for a range of charities simply by signing for their purchases instead of using a PIN. The new "Make-A-Difference Debit MasterCard," issued by Ohio-based Charter One, ...
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Citigroup has introduced a new consumer credit card to the general public that links a rebate feature to the cardholder's mortgage, regardless of the provider. The "Citi Home Rebate Platinum Select MasterCard" offers a full 1% rebate on all purchases, with no ...
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A new survey shows that while 63% of American adults are aware that the IRS now accepts credit cards, only 1% plan to use a credit card to pay incremental Federal income taxes the next time they owe because of the convenience fees associated with the ...
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The private jet set now has a by-invitation-only "White VISA" credit card that carries a $1,500 annual fee. Stratus Rewards and U.S. Bank have teamed to launch the new card which rewards users with points that can be redeemed for private jet travel or ...
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FlyLadies across the USA paid-off more than $12 million in credit card debt last month, nearly six times the projected amount. Transylvania County, North Carolina-based FlyLady, a time management firm helping people get rid of the chaos in their homes and ...
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There is a big difference between store-issued gift cards and bank-issued gift cards that is not apparent to most consumers and possibly, some state regulators. While the majority of store-issued gift cards are devoid of fees, they do not carry all the rights ...
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