Mastercard
About: Mastercard is the second-largest payment processor in the world, having processed close to $10 trillion in volume during 2024. Mastercard operates in over 200 countries and processes transactions in over 150 currencies.
Employees: 35,300
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Funds holding %
of 7,390 funds
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Analysts bullish %
of 14 analysts
Fund manager confidence
Based on 2024 Q4 regulatory filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)
336% more first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 410 | Existing positions closed: 94
20% more funds holding in top 10
Funds holding in top 10: 268 [Q3] → 321 (+53) [Q4]
18% more capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $359B [Q3] → $424B (+$64.7B) [Q4]
8% more funds holding
Funds holding: 3,091 [Q3] → 3,332 (+241) [Q4]
7.79% more ownership
Funds ownership: 80.16% [Q3] → 87.95% (+7.79%) [Q4]
10% more repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 1,288 | Existing positions reduced: 1,174
14% less call options, than puts
Call options by funds: $2.64B | Put options by funds: $3.05B
Research analyst outlook
14 Wall Street Analysts provided 1 year price targets over the past 3 months
Low target
$610
12%
upside
Avg. target
$647
18%
upside
High target
$685
25%
upside
14 analyst ratings
14 positive
100%
0 neutral
0%
0 negative
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Tigress Financial Ivan Feinseth 54% 1-year accuracy 38 / 70 met price target | 25%upside $685 | Strong Buy Maintained | 13 Feb 2025 |
Wells Fargo Donald Fandetti 59% 1-year accuracy 19 / 32 met price target | 14%upside $625 | Overweight Maintained | 4 Feb 2025 |
Barclays Ramsey El-Assal 51% 1-year accuracy 32 / 63 met price target | 19%upside $650 | Overweight Maintained | 3 Feb 2025 |
Macquarie Paul Golding 27% 1-year accuracy 14 / 52 met price target | 18%upside $645 | Outperform Maintained | 31 Jan 2025 |
Citigroup Andrew Schmidt 58% 1-year accuracy 7 / 12 met price target | 19%upside $650 | Buy Maintained | 31 Jan 2025 |
Financial journalist opinion
Based on 36 articles about MA published over the past 30 days
Positive
Market Watch
7 hours ago
These 15 stocks are the most profitable companies in the S&P 500
Keeping it simple is a good idea when it comes to investing in high-quality, defensive value stocks — especially now.
Neutral
The Motley Fool
9 hours ago
Is Mastercard's Stock Pullback a Green Light for Growth Investors?
Mastercard (MA -3.04%) is an industry-leading payment processor that is growing strongly as cash is replaced by cards. The shares have been rising steadily, more than doubling during the past five years.
Positive
The Motley Fool
1 day ago
Should You Buy This Warren Buffett Stock With $1,000 Right Now?
Warren Buffett has developed an unbelievable track record as the chief executive officer of Berkshire Hathaway . Allocating capital for the conglomerate has led to tremendous returns for shareholders.
Neutral
Seeking Alpha
3 days ago
Market Correction? These 4 Quality Stocks Are On My Buy List
Recent market struggles are due to US policy indecisiveness and newly kickstarted global trade war. I am expecting higher US inflation and rates, weakening consumer sentiment, and corporate investment reluctance. I have raised cash and adjusted my portfolio, focusing on defensive stocks like Berkshire Hathaway.
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
4 days ago
Why the Market Dipped But MasterCard (MA) Gained Today
MasterCard (MA) closed at $549.07 in the latest trading session, marking a +0.72% move from the prior day.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
4 days ago
Strategically Building A $100,000 Dividend Portfolio For Attractive Income And Strong Risk-Adjusted Returns
The Dividend Income Accelerator Portfolio focuses on financially healthy companies with strong balance sheets, aiming to generate sustainable dividend income and reduce portfolio volatility. Recent additions like Canadian Natural Resources and NextEra Energy enhance dividend growth potential and diversify sector allocation, reducing Financials Sector concentration. The portfolio boasts a Weighted Average Dividend Yield [FWD] of 3.98% and a 5-Year Weighted Average Dividend Growth Rate [CAGR] of 7.82%, ensuring attractive income and growth.
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
5 days ago
MasterCard (MA) Rises Higher Than Market: Key Facts
MasterCard (MA) reachead $545.16 at the closing of the latest trading day, reflecting a +0.27% change compared to its last close.
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
6 days ago
Mastercard Joins BMO and Porter Airlines to Enhance Travel Rewards
MA partners with BMO and Porter Airlines to launch innovative credit cards, offering instant airline loyalty perks and enhanced travel rewards.
Neutral
Business Wire
1 week ago
Porter Airlines, BMO and Mastercard Launch First Canadian Credit Card Program Granting Immediate Airline Loyalty Benefits
TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Porter Airlines, BMO and Mastercard are announcing the launch of two new BMO VIPorter Mastercard credit cards – creating the first and only travel credit card program in Canada that grants immediate frequent flyer benefits for cardholders in an airline's loyalty program, while enabling accelerated travel rewards. More than 30,000 people have joined the pre-launch waitlist since the program was announced in January 2025 as Canadians seek more choice and benefits from th.
Neutral
Benzinga
1 week ago
Visa Vs. Mastercard: The Battle For Payment Supremacy Heats Up
Visa Inc V remains the undisputed scale leader in the payments industry, but Mastercard Inc MA has been outpacing its rival in growth.
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