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- \nAmerican Airlines, Citi and Mastercard are refreshing two credit cards in the AAdvantage\u00ae portfolio to deliver greater value across a range of travel needs.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \nThe Citi\u00ae \/ AAdvantage\u00ae Platinum Select\u00ae World Elite Mastercard\u00ae, designed for occasional travelers, now includes more travel and lifestyle benefits and rewards on everyday spending.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \nThe Citi\u00ae \/ AAdvantage Business\u2122 World Elite Mastercard\u00ae offers business owners new travel benefits and more rewards on business spending.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
FORT WORTH, Texas & NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE<\/a>)–
\nAmerican Airlines, Citi and Mastercard today announced upcoming enhancements to the Citi\u00ae \/ AAdvantage\u00ae Platinum Select\u00ae World Elite Mastercard\u00ae and the Citi\u00ae \/ AAdvantage Business\u2122 World Elite Mastercard\u00ae, bringing cardmembers new ways to enjoy travel benefits, earn AAdvantage\u00ae miles and maximize value from everyday spending. Together with the introduction of the Citi\u00ae \/ AAdvantage\u00ae Globe\u2122 Mastercard\u00ae last year and recent enhancements to the Citi\u00ae \/ AAdvantage\u00ae Executive World Legend Mastercard\u00ae, these updates further strengthen a card portfolio designed to deliver value across a range of travel needs.<\/p>\nThis press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https:\/\/www.businesswire.com\/news\/home\/20261027333791\/en\/<\/a><\/p>\n
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<\/p>\nThe refreshed Citi\u00ae \/ AAdvantage\u00ae Platinum Select\u00ae Mastercard\u00ae and Citi\u00ae \/ AAdvantage Business\u2122 Mastercard\u00ae.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
\n“We’re continuing to evolve the Citi\u00ae \/ AAdvantage\u00ae portfolio to better reflect how our members live, spend and travel today,” said American’s Senior Vice President of AAdvantage\u00ae Scott Long. “These new benefits are designed to deliver greater value in ways that matter most to our members, with rewards and experiences that fit seamlessly into their everyday lives and travel journeys.”<\/p>\n
Citi\u00ae \/ AAdvantage\u00ae Platinum Select\u00ae Mastercard\u00ae
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<\/b>The refreshed Citi\u00ae \/ AAdvantage\u00ae Platinum Select\u00ae Mastercard\u00ae is designed for occasional travelers, offering more ways to earn AAdvantage\u00ae miles and new travel and lifestyle benefits.<\/p>\nNew and enhanced benefits for travel and everyday spending<\/b><\/p>\n
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- \n3X AAdvantage\u00ae miles on eligible AAdvantage Hotels\u00ae bookings made on aadvantagehotels.com and eligible AAdvantage Cars\u00ae bookings made on aadvantagecars.com.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n2X AAdvantage\u00ae miles at gas stations, now expanded to include EV charging stations.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n2X AAdvantage\u00ae miles on select streaming services.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n2X AAdvantage\u00ae miles on eligible Rides and Rails\u2122 purchases.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n$150 American Airlines Flight Discount, increased from $125, after spending $20,000 or more in purchases during cardmembership year and renewing the card.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \nUp to $120 Global Entry\u00ae or TSA PreCheck\u00ae application fee credit every four years.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \nUp to $100 back in statement credits annually on inflight purchases.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \nComplimentary annual Walmart+ membership ($98 in value) for primary cardmembers to enjoy Free Delivery ($35 minimum for scheduled delivery orders), Gas Savings and Video Streaming Choice.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n50% discount on an annual FOX One subscription.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \nTravel protections, including Trip Delay Protection, Trip Cancellation & Interruption Protection, Worldwide Car Rental Insurance and Lost Baggage Protection.1<\/sup><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Existing ways to earn rewards and travel benefits<\/b><\/p>\n
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- \n2X AAdvantage\u00ae miles on eligible American Airlines purchases.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n2X AAdvantage\u00ae miles at restaurants.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n1X AAdvantage\u00ae miles on all other purchases.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n1 Loyalty Point for every 1 eligible AAdvantage\u00ae mile earned from purchases.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \nUp to $180 annually on Turo car rentals (up to $30 in statement credits for each eligible Turo car rental trip completed).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n10% savings on eligible American Airlines VacationsSM<\/sup> travel packages.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \nPreferred boarding on American Airlines flights for the primary cardmember and up to four companions traveling on the same reservation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \nFirst checked bag free on domestic American Airlines itineraries for the primary cardmember and up to four companions traveling on the same reservation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \nNo foreign transaction fees when traveling internationally.2<\/sup><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n\u201cOur long-standing partnership with American Airlines continues to evolve to meet the needs of all types of travelers,\u201d said Citi\u2019s Head of Partnership Cards and Development for U.S. Consumer Cards John LaCosta. \u201cBy expanding the ways cardmembers can earn rewards and adding benefits that extend beyond travel, we\u2019re giving customers more value from their cards, whether they travel occasionally or fly every week for business.\u201d<\/p>\n
Citi\u00ae \/ AAdvantage Business\u2122 Mastercard\u00ae
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<\/b>The enhanced Citi\u00ae \/ AAdvantage Business\u2122 Mastercard\u00ae offers business owners more ways to earn AAdvantage\u00ae miles for their business, greater flexibility for business spending and new travel benefits.<\/p>\nNew benefits and earning opportunities for business spending and travel<\/b><\/p>\n
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- \n3X AAdvantage\u00ae miles on eligible AAdvantage Hotels\u00ae bookings made on aadvantagehotels.com and eligible AAdvantage Cars\u00ae bookings made on aadvantagecars.com.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n2X AAdvantage\u00ae miles on an eligible Self-Select Category of the cardmember\u2019s choice: U.S. shipping providers, office supply stores or U.S. advertising services.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \nUp to $120 Global Entry\u00ae or TSA PreCheck\u00ae application fee credit every four years.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \nUp to $100 back in statement credits annually on inflight purchases.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n25% off a Melio subscription plan to help manage business payments.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \nTravel protections, including Enhanced Trip Cancellation and Trip Interruption, Lost or Damaged Luggage, MasterRental (Car Rental) and Trip Delay.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Existing earning opportunities and travel benefits<\/b><\/p>\n
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- \n2X AAdvantage\u00ae miles on eligible American Airlines purchases.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n2X AAdvantage\u00ae miles at car rental merchants.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n2X AAdvantage\u00ae miles at gas stations.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n2X AAdvantage\u00ae miles at telecommunication merchants and cable and satellite providers.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n1X AAdvantage\u00ae miles on all other purchases.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n1 Loyalty Point for every $1 spent on business card purchases by each cardmember (primary and employees). Primary cardmembers will also earn 1 additional Loyalty Point for every $1 spent by any Authorized Users on eligible business card purchases through Dec. 31, 2028.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n$99 American Airlines Companion Certificate for a qualifying single round-trip Main Cabin domestic flight after $30,000 in purchases each cardmembership year and cardmembership is renewed.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \n10% savings on eligible American Airlines VacationsSM<\/sup> travel packages.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \nPreferred boarding on American Airlines flights for the primary cardmember and up to four companions traveling on the same reservation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \nFirst checked bag free on domestic American Airlines itineraries for the primary cardmember and up to four companions traveling on the same reservation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
- \nNo foreign transaction fees when traveling internationally.3<\/sup><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\n\u201cThe strongest partnerships create value that reflects the way consumers travel, explore and experience the world,\u201d said Mastercard’s Executive Vice President, U.S. Market Development Kiki Del Valle. \u201cTogether with American Airlines and Citi, we are reimagining this card portfolio bringing the best of Mastercard by combining premium travel benefits, meaningful consumer benefits, added protections and priceless experiences that help cardmembers get more from every journey.\u201d<\/p>\n
\nBeginning Jan. 24, 2027, existing Citi\u00ae \/ AAdvantage\u00ae Platinum Select\u00ae Mastercard\u00ae and Citi\u00ae \/ AAdvantage Business\u2122 Mastercard\u00ae cardmembers will have access to the new and enhanced benefits, and both cards will have an annual fee of $1502, 3<\/sup>. For more information, visit citicards.citi.com\/usc\/aaplatinumrefresh<\/a> and citicards.citi.com\/usc\/aabusinessrefresh<\/a>.<\/p>\n
About American Airlines Group (NASDAQ: AAL)
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<\/b>American Airlines is a premium global airline connecting more of the U.S. to the world. With roots tracing back to an air mail carrier in the Midwestern United States in 1926, American now operates more than 6,000 daily flights to more than 350 destinations in more than 60 countries and serves more than 200 million customers annually. Powered by a proud and talented team of 130,000 aviation professionals, American\u2019s team lives out the airline\u2019s purpose of caring for people on life\u2019s journey every day.<\/p>\n\nThe world\u2019s largest airline proudly celebrates its centennial year in 2026, reaching a milestone that reflects a century of innovation and the Forever Forward\u2120 spirit that changed the industry and the world. American introduced the first scheduled air cargo service, the first airport lounge and the first airline loyalty program and continues to reinvent the customer experience today. The airline is also a founding member of the one<\/b>world alliance, whose members serve more than 900 destinations around the globe.<\/p>\n
\nGet the latest about American at news.aa.com<\/a> and @AmericanAir<\/a>.<\/p>\n
About Citi
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<\/b>Citi is a preeminent banking partner for institutions with cross-border needs, a global leader in wealth management and a valued personal bank in its home market of the United States. Citi does business in more than 180 countries and jurisdictions, providing corporations, governments, investors, institutions and individuals with a broad range of financial products and services.<\/p>\n\nAdditional information may be found at www.citigroup.com<\/a> | X: @Citi<\/a> | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com\/company\/citi<\/a> | YouTube: www.youtube.com\/citi<\/a> Facebook: www.facebook.com\/citi<\/a><\/p>\n
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\n \nPricing for the Citi\u00ae \/ AAdvantage\u00ae Platinum Select\u00ae Mastercard\u00ae: The standard variable APR for purchases is 19.74% – 29.74% based on your creditworthiness. Balance transfers and Citi Flex Plan are also subject to the standard purchase variable APR. The standard variable APR for cash advances is 29.99%. The variable Penalty APR is up to 29.99% and may be applied if you make a late payment or make a payment that is returned. The annual fee for this credit card is $99 as of 10\/27\/26. The annual fee for this credit card will be $150 as of 1\/24\/27. However, this fee is waived for the first 12 months of account opening. Minimum interest charge is $0.50. Fee for foreign purchases – none. Cash advance fee – either $10 or 5% of the amount of each cash advance, whichever is greater. Balance transfer fee – either $5 or 5% of the amount of each transfer, whichever is greater. Rates as of 10\/27\/26.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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\n \nPricing for the Citi\u00ae \/ AAdvantage Business\u2122 Mastercard\u00ae: The standard variable APR for purchases is 19.74% – 28.74%, based on your creditworthiness. The standard variable APR for cash advances is 29.99%. The variable Penalty APR is up to 29.99% and may be applied if you make a late payment or make a payment that is returned. The annual fee for this credit card is $99 as of 10\/27\/26. The annual fee for this credit card will be $150 as of 1\/24\/27. However, this fee is waived for the first 12 months. Minimum interest charge – $0.50. Fee for Foreign Purchases – None. Cash advance fee – either $10 or 5% of the amount of each cash advance, whichever is greater. Rates as of 10\/27\/26.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n
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\nTiffany Valdez Green, tiffany.valdez@aa.com
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INDUSTRY KEYWORDS:<\/b> Transportation Banking Personal Finance Vacation Travel Professional Services Business Air Transport Other Travel Finance<\/p>\n
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