
American Express
Amex Blue Business Cash
No annual fee
A no-annual-fee business card that earns 2% cash back on up to $50,000 in purchases per year, then 1% after that. Best for small-business owners who want simple, automatic cash back without tracking bonus categories.
Earning rates
| Category | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Everything else | 2x |
Bonus category rates for this card are still being added.
Benefits
Welcome Bonus
- Welcome Bonus Statement Credit$250
Spend $3,000 on purchases within your first 3 months and receive a $250 statement credit. The credit is applied to your account automatically — no separate redemption required. You must reach the full spending threshold within that 3-month window to qualify.
Bonus Earnings
- 2% Cash Back on Eligible Purchases2% / yr
Earn 2% cash back on all eligible purchases up to $50,000 each calendar year, then 1% on spending beyond that. Rewards are automatically credited to your statement, so there is nothing to redeem. The $50,000 cap resets every January 1.
Resets: Yearly
Concierge & Membership
- Global Assist Hotline
When you travel more than 100 miles from home, you have access to a 24/7 hotline for emergency assistance, including medical and legal referrals, lost luggage coordination, and emergency cash wires. You are responsible for any fees charged by third-party service providers.
Resets: Yearly
Fees & Miscellaneous
- Intro APR on Purchases
New cardholders pay 0% interest on purchases for the first 12 months after account opening. After that, a variable APR of 16.74%–26.74% applies based on creditworthiness. This intro rate covers purchases only, not balance transfers.
- Foreign Transaction Fee
American Express charges a foreign transaction fee on purchases made outside the U.S. or billed in a foreign currency. Keep this cost in mind if you plan to use the card for international travel or cross-border online purchases.
Resets: Yearly - No Annual Fee
This card carries no annual fee, meaning you can keep it and use all its benefits year after year at no yearly cost.
Resets: Yearly - Expanded Buying Power
This feature lets you make purchases beyond your credit limit when needed, with no over-limit fees or penalties. Those extra charges still earn cash back just like any other purchase. The amount you can exceed your limit by varies based on your account history and standing.
Resets: Yearly