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What is CPP (Cents Per Point)?

Credit Card Glossary · Updated April 2026

A metric used to calculate the value of a single reward point or mile. Calculated by dividing the dollar value received by the number of points redeemed, then multiplying by 100. Higher cpp = better redemption value.

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What is CPP?

A metric used to calculate the value of a single reward point or mile.

What does CPP mean on a credit card?

A metric used to calculate the value of a single reward point or mile. Calculated by dividing the dollar value received by the number of points redeemed, then multiplying by 100. Higher cpp = better redemption value.

What terms are related to CPP?

Closely related concepts include Redemption Value, Points. Each of these helps clarify different aspects of the same topic.

Where does CPP apply?

CPP is a rewards concept. It typically appears in the context of earning and redeeming rewards.

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