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Amex’s low fraud rate turns on its closed system

More access to cardholder and merchant data also gives the card network an edge in fraud detection over its rivals.

More access to cardholder and merchant data also gives the card network an edge in fraud detection over its rivals.

BELLINGS Intelligence Score: 12

Why it matters

Amex's low fraud rate due to its closed system is an interesting operational insight but represents routine competitive advantage rather than a market-moving event.

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