Brace yourself—the American Express Platinum Card, the shiny prize of premium travel cards, just cranked its annual fee up a whopping $200, from $695 to $895.
Yep, that’s no typo. Nearly a third more to carry this status symbol in your wallet. But before you gasp into your latte, let’s unpack what’s behind this move and what it might mean for you. Whether you’re a devoted cardholder, a travel addict, or just credit card curious, it’s time to see if the math still adds up.
