loyalty programs

Connecticut, Maryland, and New Jersey have enacted laws to restrict surveillance pricing, which uses personal data to set individualized prices. The laws vary in coverage, exceptions like loyalty programs, and enforcement mechanisms, with Maryland’s law effective October 1 and New Jersey’s imposing a moratorium on new electronic shelf labels.

Airlines have made significant changes to their loyalty programs, and the article provides guidance on how to maximize points. The focus is on adapting to these updates to optimize rewards.

The Points Guy's 10th annual best airlines report ranks airlines based on reliability, experience, loyalty programs, and cost. Brian Kelly, founder and CEO of The Points Guy, discussed the findings on CBS Mornings.

Bayer has agreed to suspend loyalty programs in seed contracts for seven years, as per a U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) agreement. The DOJ cited these provisions as 'unfair' and harmful to competition, particularly affecting farmers' prices. The company will drop requirements linking corn and soybean seed sales for the 2025 planting year.

Bayer has agreed to suspend key provisions of its seed loyalty programs for seven years, as per an agreement with the Trump administration's Department of Justice (DOJ), which labeled the provisions as unfair and harmful to competition. The DOJ cited concerns that Bayer's incentives for resellers discouraged seeking cheaper alternatives, potentially raising prices for farmers. The agreement includes dropping the requirement for resellers to meet combined corn and soybean sales targets to receive discounts.

Spirit Airlines pioneered ultra-cheap flying but faced decline as legacy airlines replicated its model with loyalty programs and economic shifts harmed its core customers. The company's strategy was outmaneuvered by competitors, leading to its struggles.