The Credit Card Industry's Stealthy Takeover of Your Wallet In recent years, American Express, Chase, and Capital One have been quietly consolidating power in the credit card industry.
Behind the curtain of marketing slogans and rewards programs lies a more insidious trend: these issuers are building ecosystems that permeate every aspect of our lives – from dining to travel to entertainment.
These companies have evolved beyond their traditional roles as mere purveyors of plastic and points.