[Help Needed] Amex Platinum Charge Renewal – Retention Offer Advice?

[sidk04]

My Amex Platinum Charge is up for renewal on 21st June 2025, and I could use some advice from those who’ve recently been through the retention process.

Here’s my current situation:

• Approx. ₹35L spend so far this membership year
• Also holding an Emeralde Private with ₹60L limit, so the no limit feature of Plat doesn’t add much value for me
• I do have a few international trips planned this year, so benefits like hotel status memberships and global lounges will be useful

Would really appreciate insights on the following:

1. Is Amex giving out retention offers on Plat Charge these days? If yes, what kind of offers are being seen?
2. When is the ideal time to speak to an Amex rep about retention — a month before renewal, or closer to the actual date?
3. What kind of offers should I expect (MR points, Taj vouchers, fee waivers, etc.)? What’s a reasonable counter-offer or negotiation point to aim for?