I talked myself into an Amex Platinum card - but the annual fee increase is making me second-guess it
The American Express Platinum card's annual fee rose to $895, prompting reconsideration of its value given elite perks, high cost, and status signaling.
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American Express raised the Platinum Card annual fee to $895 while adding roughly $3,500 in benefits, including new hotel, dining, apparel, and entertainment credits.