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An operating expense is an expense a business incurs through its normal business operations. Often abbreviated as OPEX.

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Shares outstanding refer to a company's stock currently held by all its shareholders, including share blocks held by institutional investors and restricted shares owned by the company's officers and insiders.

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Mastercard

Mastercard, Inc. operates as a technology company. The firm engages in the payments industry that connects consumers, financial institutions, merchants, governments and business. It offers payment solutions for the development and implementation of credit, debit, prepaid, commercial and payment programs. The company was founded in November 1966 and is headquartered in Purchase, NY.

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Mastercard reports robust Q1 earnings, eyes growth in emerging markets

Mastercard's Q1 performance reflects strong revenue and earnings growth, driven by resilient consumer spending and strategic partnerships. The company faces challenges from regulatory uncertainties and lapping-related issues in certain regions. However, opportunities in emerging markets and the digital economy position Mastercard for future growth.

Mastercard reports robust Q2 earnings, eyes growth in China

Mastercard's Q2 performance reflects strong revenue and income growth, driven by consumer spending and strategic partnerships. While facing challenges from inflation and FX volatility, the company is leveraging opportunities in expanding services and tapping into new markets like China. By focusing on value-added services and diversification, Mastercard aims to sustain growth and innovation.

MA reports strong Q3 results, sees growth in value-added services

MA's Q3 performance reflects strong revenue and income growth, driven by resilient consumer spending and demand for value-added services. However, slower growth rates in certain solutions and global events pose challenges. The company remains optimistic about growth opportunities and is actively engaging in discussions on data privacy and regulation.

Mastercard reports robust Q4 earnings, eyes growth in digital solutions

Mastercard's strong Q4 performance reflects growth in revenues and operating income, driven by strategic priorities and healthy consumer spending. The company is focused on innovation, partnerships, and market expansion to capture growth opportunities. Despite macroeconomic challenges, Mastercard is leveraging digital solutions and global partnerships for continued success.

Mastercard reports robust Q1 earnings, eyes global growth opportunities

Mastercard's Q1 2024 performance reflects strong revenue and income growth, driven by success in key strategic areas like consumer payments and value-added services.
While facing challenges such as economic uncertainties and market-specific issues, the company is well-positioned to leverage growth opportunities through partnerships and digital payment trends.
With a focus on operational efficiency, strategic priorities, and market expansion, Mastercard aims to maintain its positive outlook and capitalize on emerging trends in the payments industry.

Mastercard posts robust Q2 results, eyes growth in emerging markets

Mastercard's Q2 2024 earnings call highlighted strong financial performance, strategic organizational changes, and a positive outlook on consumer spending trends. The company's emphasis on growth priorities, investments in technology, and expansion into new markets position it well for future success.

Mastercard reports robust Q3 growth, eyes further expansion opportunities

Mastercard's Q3 2024 earnings call highlighted strong financial performance, strategic focus on digital innovation, and expansion in key areas like commercial payments and disbursements. The company remains committed to delivering differentiated services, investing in cybersecurity, and driving value for customers.

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Mastercard, Inc. is a technology company, which engages in the provision of payment solutions for the development and implementation of credit, debit, prepaid, commercial, and payment programs through its brands including Mastercard, Maestro, and Cirrus. It also offers cyber and intelligence solutions. The company was founded in November 1966 and is headquartered in Purchase, NY.

On 10/9/24, Mastercard will trade ex-dividend, for its quarterly dividend of $0.66, payable on 11/8/24. As a percentage of MA's recent stock price of $497.70, this dividend works out to approximately 0.13%.

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MasterCard (MA) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.

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Mastercard agreed to acquire subscription management service Minna Technologies. The deal aims to ease the frustration consumers feel when dealing with subscription services, according to a Tuesday (Oct. 1) press release.

Mastercard Acquires Subscription Management Service Minna

CNO Financial Group

CARMEL, Ind., Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CNO Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: CNO) announced today that its board of directors has appointed Jess Turner as a director, effective immediately.

CNO Financial Group Appoints Jess Turner to its Board of Directors

More merchants using MA's technology will translate to higher transaction volumes, which can drive revenue growth through fees and service offerings.

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Mastercard on Tuesday said it's agreed to acquire Minna Technologies, a subscription management software startup. The payments giant touted the deal as a way to help consumers with a key pain point — managing the myriad subscription services that exist today, from Netflix to Amazon Prime.

Mastercard to buy Swedish startup that makes it easier to manage and cancel subscription plans

Mastercard and Amazon have teamed to digitize payment acceptance in Africa and the Middle East.  The partnership between Mastercard and Amazon Payment Services, announced Monday (Sept.

Mastercard, Amazon Team to Digitize Payment Acceptance in Middle East, Africa

When deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock, investors often rely on analyst recommendations. Media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts often influence a stock's price, but are they really important?

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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mastercard and Amazon Payment Services to enable digital payment acceptance across Middle East and Africa.

Mastercard and Amazon Payment Services to Enable Digital Payment Acceptance Across Middle East and Africa

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MasterCard (MA) closed at $491.27 in the latest trading session, marking a +0.37% move from the prior day.

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Mastercard MA just announced an acquisition to beef up its capabilities in cybersecurity and threat prevention. It will buy Recorded Future, the world's largest threat intelligence firm.

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The Financial Transaction Services industry benefits from a surge in digital payments, sound consumer spending and M&A initiatives. Companies like V, MA, FI, FIS and GPN are well-positioned to thrive amid these favorable trends.

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MA strengthens its fraud prevention tools with AI enhancements, helping banks detect scams in real-time and driving revenue growth through innovative security solutions.

Mastercard Enhances Consumer Fraud Risk Solution With AI

Citi has decided to shift its preference from Visa Inc. (NYSE: V) to Mastercard Inc. (NYSE: MA) following news that the US Department of Justice (DOJ) is set to file an antitrust lawsuit against Visa.

Citi ditches Visa for Mastercard amid DOJ antitrust probe: is MA now the better investment?

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