The Decoder

Every term the daily issues have decoded so far. From the issue archive.

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5/24
Chase's rule denying most new cards if you've opened five or more cards at any bank in the past 24 months.
D
Data point (DP)
One person's reported firsthand experience, useful as a signal but not confirmed policy.
F
Flagship Suite
American Airlines' premium business-class seat with a privacy door, its top long-haul product.
Flying Blue
The Air France-KLM loyalty program, a Chase transfer partner with dynamic award pricing.
Free Spirit
Spirit Airlines' frequent-flyer miles program.
M
Membership Rewards
American Express's transferable points currency.
S
Select Hotel credit
A CSR statement credit for stays at Chase's designated luxury hotel partners.
Shopping portal
An airline or bank site you click through before shopping online to earn bonus miles or points on the purchase.
T
The Edit
Chase Travel's curated luxury hotel collection, with its own annual statement credit for CSR holders.
U
Ultimate Rewards
Chase's transferable points currency, movable to airline and hotel partners.

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