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This means Chase cards work at more merchants globally, particularly in smaller businesses and international markets. American Express has improved significantly but still lags slightly due to its closed-loop network model versus Chase's access to the Visa/Mastercard networks."},{"question":"Should I choose American Express or Chase for business travel?","answer":"American Express is superior for business travel. The Amex Platinum card offers $250,000 trip delay insurance (vs Chase's $100,000), complimentary Centurion Lounge access, 4X dining rewards, and stronger concierge services. 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