Region lock is one of the biggest drivers of payout differences. A card issued for one market may have lower buyer demand in another market, even when brand and value are identical.
Key reasons rates shift
- Buyer demand concentration by geography.
- Fraud control pressure on cross-region redemptions.
- Inventory imbalance for specific card denominations.
When requesting a quote, include region in the first message. Missing region data often leads to repricing and slower completion.