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SchoolsFirst FCU Debuts Fuel Rewards as Gas Prices Climb

August 11, 2026
gas prices, inflation
Airlines See Increasing Income From Card Loyalty Programs
Credit Cards // March 15, 2026

Airlines are reportedly seeing a greater share of revenue from co-branded credit cards. That’s according to a report Friday (March 13) from Reuters, which says this trend is becoming apparent in the way loyalty programs reward travelers. The report cited examples of changing rewards policies...

Nearly 3 in 4 Premium Cardholders Used a Card-Linked Offer in the Past Year
Credit Cards // February 10, 2026

Consumers who pay the most for their credit cards turn out to be the ones least likely to ignore them. Just 3.9% of premium cardholders report rarely or never using their high-fee plastic, making them the most loyal segment in the entire credit card market,...

SMBs Stand to Gain From Visa and Mastercard ‘Swipe Fees’ Settlement
Credit Cards // November 10, 2025

Visa and Mastercard have announced an updated settlement in a 20-year legal battle with merchants. The agreement, which still requires approval from the Eastern District Court of New York, was announced by the two payments companies Monday (Nov. 10).  If approved, the settlement would mark...

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. The two payment giants are close to a settlement with merchants that will reduce the fees stores pay and give them more freedom to reject certain cards, The Wall Street Journal (WSJ)...

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Nearly 3 in 4 Premium Cardholders Used a Card-Linked Offer in the Past Year

February 10, 2026
Consumers who pay the most for their credit cards turn out to be the ones least likely to ignore them. Just 3.9% of premium cardholders report rarely or never using their high-fee plastic, making them the most loyal segment in the entire credit card market, according to new research from PYMNTS Intelligence. The findings come […]

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. In the PYMNTS Intelligence report, “How Consumers...

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. While larger national and regional banks often leverage vast resources and extensive product suites, credit...

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...

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SchoolsFirst FCU Debuts Fuel Rewards as Gas Prices Climb

August 11, 2026
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union has debuted a rewards promotion in response to increasing gas prices. The limited time credit card rewards program, announced Tuesday (Aug. 11), is designed to help the credit union’s members earn more on gas and electric vehicle charging purchases. “Our members continue to face rising everyday expenses, and transportation costs remain an important part of […]

Airlines See Increasing Income From Card Loyalty Programs

March 15, 2026
Airlines are reportedly seeing a greater share of revenue from co-branded credit cards. That’s according to a report Friday (March 13) from Reuters, which says this trend is becoming apparent...

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. The agreement, which still requires approval from the Eastern District Court of New York, was...

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. The two payment giants are close to a settlement with merchants that will reduce the fees stores...