Credit card perks news
Short updates on issuer, card, loyalty-program, and travel-perk changes that can affect what cardholders need to track.
Chase Freedom Q3 2026 Categories Are Open for Activation
Chase Freedom and Freedom Flex Q3 2026 5% categories are open for activation.
Chase Sapphire Preferred Adds New Benefits and Changes Hyatt Transfers
Chase Sapphire Preferred cardholders get new earn categories, credits, and protections on June 15, 2026, but existing cardholders should track October 1, 2026 for Hyatt transfer and anniversary-bonus changes.
Amex Platinum Saks Credit Ends July 1: Use the Final $50 Window Before It Disappears
American Express says Shop Saks with Platinum will no longer be a Card benefit effective July 1, 2026.
Amex Platinum Adds Airfare Savings and Sidecar Lounges, but Tracker Details Matter
American Express has rebranded and expanded Platinum Member Airfares, including some domestic economy savings through Amex Travel.
Delta Amex Cardholders Get a Second Checked Bag Benefit
Eligible Delta SkyMiles Amex Gold, Platinum, and Reserve cardmembers now have a second checked bag fee waiver on domestic Delta-operated flights, with important limits.
Delta Gold Gets a New $120 Rideshare Credit Starting After Renewal
Delta says enrolled Gold and Gold Business cardmembers can get up to $120 per year in rideshare statement credits after renewal.