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News Library - February, 2005

Today's Affluent February, 9, 2005

A new study on today's young and newly affluent consumers has found that such consumers clip coupons more than other Americans. The research on individuals aged 35-54, whose household income is at least $125,000 per year, also found that such consumers are ... more

Blue PLAY February, 8, 2005

American Express re-launched its real-time, online auction that allows "Blue" cardholders to bid for once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Through the "Blue PLAY" site, "Blue" AmEx cardholders, who are enrolled in the "Membership Rewards" program, can use their ... more

Movie MasterCard February, 7, 2005

The largest motion picture exhibitor in the world and the number one bank credit card issuer in the USA are rolling-out a new MasterCard within the next few months. The "Regal Entertainment Group Platinum MasterCard," issued by Chase, will offer a rewards ... more

Card Chiefs February, 4, 2005

The credit card tribe has fewer chiefs this year thanks to mergers and acquisitions in 2004. Based on year-end results, the top ten issuers now control more than 84% of the market with the top three controlling nearly half of the total U.S. market. more

Combo Card February, 3, 2005

The 50+ crowd can trim down their wallets as the AARP is now combining its VISA card with its membership card. The jazzed-up card is also sporting new technology to give cardholders automatic discounts at the point-of-sale. more

Over-Limit Fees February, 2, 2005

The growth in fees for exceeding the credit limit slowed down last year as the average crossed the $30 milestone. However, more top issuers, such as MBNA and Chase, are now charging fees for exceeding the credit limit at any time during the billing cycle. more

Card Secrets February, 1, 2005

A 60-minute commercial-free documentary on the credit card industry will air again tonight on PBS. FRONTLINE's "Secret History of the Credit Card," which first aired in November, traces the development of the credit card business into a national industry with ... more