{"id":103408,"date":"2024-06-09T15:00:41","date_gmt":"2024-06-09T15:00:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2024\/06\/09\/whats-the-difference-between-the-grocery-stores-and-supermarkets-bonus-categories-the-points-guy\/"},"modified":"2024-06-09T15:00:41","modified_gmt":"2024-06-09T15:00:41","slug":"whats-the-difference-between-the-grocery-stores-and-supermarkets-bonus-categories-the-points-guy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2024\/06\/09\/whats-the-difference-between-the-grocery-stores-and-supermarkets-bonus-categories-the-points-guy\/","title":{"rendered":"What’s the difference between the grocery stores and supermarkets bonus categories? – The Points Guy"},"content":{"rendered":"


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One of the most important factors in choosing the right credit card is comparing bonus categories to see which fits your spending habits. This process can be confusing since issuers each have their own definitions for what falls under a particular category. For example, take the bonus category of groceries. Some issuers label the category as U.S. supermarkets, while others call it grocery stores. Is there a difference?<\/p>\n

Unfortunately, yes. Each issuer with cards that offer this bonus category<\/a> has its own unique parameters, which can make figuring out exactly which purchases will earn rewards with each card a guessing game. The bonus is typically determined by where you shop, not by what you buy.<\/p>\n

Today, let’s walk through some of the definitions and differences in the grocery bonus category.<\/p>\n

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American Express cards<\/h2>\n

First, Let’s examine the various Amex cards with a bonus category for grocery spending.<\/p>\n

“U.S. supermarkets”<\/h3>\n

American Express has several cards that earn rewards on grocery shopping, and the category is listed as “U.S. supermarkets.” Amex has a standardized list<\/a> of what stores generally trigger the bonus category across its cards.<\/p>\n

According to Amex, this category encompasses stores that offer “a wide variety of food and household products such as meat, fresh produce, dairy, canned and packaged goods, household cleaners, pharmacy products and pet supplies.” Examples of eligible merchants include:<\/p>\n