Opinion: Airline credit cards are messing up the whole industry

Opinion: Airline credit cards are messing up the whole industry

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October 15, 2026

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Opinion: Airline Credit Cards Are Messing Up the Whole Industry

Airline loyalty programs are anticompetitive and are hurting consumers.

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