Credit Card Rewards news and trends

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

November 10, 2025
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...

Unlocking Cardholder Loyalty: 3 Strategies for Crafting Compelling Card-Linked Offers
Credit Cards // 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 to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

Mastercard Helps Bahrain’s ila Bank Launch Loyalty Program
Banking // May 27, 2025

Mastercard has teamed with Bahrain-based ila Bank to help it introduce loyalty programs. 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...

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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 to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. […]

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...

Rewards Move Credit Unions Top of Mind and Top of Wallet

February 10, 2025
The largest banks and their smaller brethren — particularly credit unions — are and always have been locked in a pitched battle for customers, for deposits and long-lived relationships. Get...

Quick Reads
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 access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive […]

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...

Mastercard Helps Bahrain’s ila Bank Launch Loyalty Program

May 27, 2025
Mastercard has teamed with Bahrain-based ila Bank to help it introduce loyalty programs. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...