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MR
Amex Membership Rewards
Definition
American Express's transferable bank-points currency. Earned via Amex Gold, Platinum, Business Platinum, Green, and Business Gold cards.
Why it matters
Best transfer partners: ANA Mileage Club (Asia first/business), Virgin Atlantic Flying Club (ANA partner awards), Air Canada Aeroplan (Star Alliance), and Singapore KrisFlyer (Suites). We value MR at 2.0¢/pt.
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