AMEX and 7-Eleven offer shopping card

AMEX and 7-Eleven offer shopping card
Tags: Debit / Credit, Retail / Off-Premises
January 31, 2002

DALLAS - A new shopping card available from 7-Eleven convenience stores gives consumers the power to make purchases anywhere American Express cards are accepted, including online retailers.

7-Eleven Inc. and American Express Co. have introduced the card, which can be purchased at 7-Eleven store counters in values from $25 to $1,000. Buyers pay a four percent fee above the card's value.

The companies are targeting consumers who want to shop online who may not own or want to use their personal credit cards. The 7-Eleven Internet Shopping Card is also being touted as a new way to purchase gift certificates. The cards may be reloaded with additional value at 7-Eleven stores.