Monthly archive
December 2025 in points.
8 devaluations, 5 offer changes, 1 rule change — the month's biggest: Real-Time Rewards travel redemption cut from 1.5 to 1 cent; 3x mobile wallet earning capped
December 2025
14 eventsDec 22ChaseModerate
Guaranteed 2-cent Points Boost value at The Edit hotels quietly ended
Source: thriftytraveler.com
Dec 17American AirlinesModerate
Basic Economy tickets stop earning miles and Loyalty Points
Source: aa.com
Dec 15British AirwaysModerate
Avios prices rise 8–14% on BA and partner awards; cash surcharges also increase
Source: onemileatatime.com
Dec 3Turkish AirlinesMajor
Domestic partner awards rise 50%; Hawaii moved to separate chart up to 167% higher
Source: loyaltylobby.com
Dec 1Capital OneAverage
Capital One Savor: $200 cash back after $500 spend in 3 months (from 200)
Source: thepointsguy.com
Dec 1ChaseAverage
Chase Freedom Unlimited: 30,000 points after $500 spend in 3 months (from 20,000)
Source: thepointsguy.com
Questions
What changed in points in December 2025?
On our documented record: 8 devaluations, 5 offer changes, 1 rule change — the month's biggest: Real-Time Rewards travel redemption cut from 1.5 to 1 cent; 3x mobile wallet earning capped