YES Marquee launched — 4.5% earn

The YES Bank Marquee card has been launched with a ₹9,999 joining fee and offers 36 reward points per ₹200 spent online, which translates to a 4.5% earn rate. The card also offers unlimited international lounge access for primary and add-on cardholders, 6 domestic lounge visits per quarter, and 1% forex markup. The earn rate on the Marquee card is higher than most other super-premium cards in the market, but the burn value is limited to ₹0.25 per point for travel redemptions within the YES ecosystem. This means that the actual value of the reward points may be lower than the headline earn rate. Our take: the Marquee card is a good option for those who value unlimited international lounge access and can maximize the earn rate on online spends. However, the limited burn value and lack of real airline exit options may be a drawback for some users. It’s essential to consider the overall value proposition and whether it justifies the ₹9,999 joining fee.