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Heads up, cashback fans! Discover just dropped the categories for their Q1 2026 cashback bonus, and they're pretty sweet. From January to March 2026, you'll snag 5% cashback on up to $1,500 spent at grocery stores, wholesale clubs (think Costco and Sam's Club), and select streaming services like Netflix and Spotify. This matters because it's free money for purchases you're likely already making!
The wholesale club bonus is particularly interesting since you can often buy gift cards there for other retailers, effectively extending the 5% back to even more categories. Just remember, while Sam's Club gift cards can be used at Walmart, Costco doesn't accept Discover. So, start planning your grocery and streaming spending now to maximize those rewards when 2026 rolls around!
Why This Matters for Your Strategy
News in the points-and-miles world moves fast, and promotional changes often have a short window. If this announcement affects a card or program you hold, log into your awardtrail dashboard to check your current benefit usage, bonus progress, and whether a transfer or redemption makes sense right now — before terms change.
As a general rule: transfer points only when you have a specific redemption in mind — transfers are almost always one-way and non-reversible. If you're unsure of the value, check our redemption guides before acting.
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