Mastercard Inc. (MA)
Mastercard earnings show robust spending — and send an upbeat message for Visa investors
One thing is clear at a high level after the latest earnings results from the biggest payment-technology companies: Consumers are still spending despite an uncertain economic environment.
Mastercard Surpasses Q2 Estimates as Consumers Keep Spending
Mastercard (MA) shares rose modestly in premarket trading Thursday after the firm reported better second-quarter results than analysts had expected.
Mastercard Q2 Earnings Incoming: Hold the Card or Fold the Hand?
MA eyes a Q2 earnings beat with strong cross-border volumes and rising demand for services, despite higher costs.
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Mastercard and American Express to pay dividends on August 8; Here's how much 100 shares will pay
Mastercard (NYSE: MA) and American Express (NYSE: AXP) will issue their next quarterly dividends on August 8, 2025.
Mastercard Is A Buy Amid Stablecoin Fear
Stablecoins offer significant benefits for international transactions, but widespread adoption faces hurdles like convenience, security, and merchant-consumer currency agreements. Between 74% and 90% of stablecoin volume is tied to crypto transactions, and when spent on the real economy, card networks are still used. Stablecoins reduce costs and time in cross-border transactions, a huge addressable market that represents a small percentage of Mastercard's revenues.
Mastercard Vs Visa Stock: Which is the Better Investment Ahead of Earnings?
Investors will be looking forward to Visa's (V) and Mastercard's (MA) quarterly reports next week on Tuesday, July 29, and Thursday, July 31, respectively.
Mastercard Q2 Preview: All Eyes On Stablecoins
Mastercard is evolving into a hybrid digital-traditional finance infrastructure, with 40% of revenue from high-margin, value-added services like AI, cybersecurity, and digital identity. My investment thesis: Mastercard's optionality in stablecoins, AI, and real-time payments is underappreciated, offering rerating potential beyond its 'boring' premium reputation. Risks include regulatory scrutiny and stablecoin disruption, but Mastercard's proactive partnerships and adaptability position it to turn threats into growth opportunities.
Mastercard vs. PayPal: Which Payments Innovator is the Better Buy Now?
PayPal's lower valuation, direct commerce and lower leverage could make it the better buy over Mastercard now.
Mastercard: The Rally Has Come To An End, Time To Trim
Mastercard remains a strong, brand-driven business with consistent double-digit revenue and earnings growth, outpacing Visa in growth dynamics. Recent results disappointed some, but seasonality explains quarter-over-quarter declines; year-over-year growth remains robust across all segments. Valuation has outpaced growth, making the risk/reward less attractive; I trimmed my position by 40% to lock in gains.
MasterCard (MA) Earnings Expected to Grow: Should You Buy?
MasterCard (MA) possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
