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Oct 14, 2018, 10:26 pm

#593

jediwho

Join Date: Jul 2014

Location: LAX

Programs: Hyatt Globalist, AA EXP, Hilton Diamond, Wyndham Diamond, DL PM, Marriott Platinum, IHG Platinum

Posts: 1,305

Quote:

Originally Posted by krazykanuck

Different market segments. Amex's target market for the Platinum card is a consumer that spends enough and has a high enough income to not really care about various earn rates. I mean the number of people willing to pay a $450, now $550, annual fee is pretty limited. Also I would guess that Platinum card members are already spending a lot on dining without the incentive of 4x earning.

Depending on how much you place value on the Saks Fifth's credit, net AF for Amex Platinum is less than CSR. Throw in FHR, IAP, toeing service and medical evacuation, this car more than pays for itself.