tech_newsBy Andrew Liszewski
It costs $895 per year to get American Express’ premium app theme
Alongside an annual fee increase, American Express also recently announced an update to its mobile app. | Image: American Express Following a significant price bump in 2021 from $550 to $695, American Express once again increased the annual fee for its Platinum card to $895 last week, making it one of the most expensive credit cards you can sign up for. To soften the blow when the price increase goes into effect for existing cardholders on January 2nd, 2026 (new cardmembers will be paying $895 immediately) the Platinum card comes with plenty of benefits, additional shopping credits, and a “...
Alongside an annual fee increase, American Express also recently announced an update to its mobile app. | Image: American Express Following a significant price bump in 2021 from $550 to $695, American Express once again increased the annual fee for its Platinum card to $895 last week, making it one of the most expensive credit cards you can sign up for. To soften the blow when the price increase goes into effect for existing cardholders on January 2nd, 2026 (new cardmembers will be paying $895 immediately) the Platinum card comes with plenty of benefits, additional shopping credits, and a “...
Published: 25 September 2025
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