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Visa vs Mastercard: comparing V and MA stock
12-month growth, from 100━ V +25.0% ━ MA +18.9%
| Metric | V | MA |
|---|---|---|
| Price, $ | 422.59 | 655.92 |
| Year to date | +21.0% ● | +15.3% |
| 12 months | +25.0% ● | +18.9% |
| From 52-week high | −4.4% | −3.8% ● |
| vs 200-day average | +22.9% ● | +21.9% |
| P/E | 31.8 | 33.3 |
| Dividend yield | 0.75% ● | 0.55% |
| Revenue growth, YoY | +14.8% | +15.3% ● |
| Operating income growth | +13.5% | +17.6% ● |
| Operating margin | 66.3% ● | 60.1% |
| Gross margin | 97.7% | 100.0% ● |
| Market cap | $809.5B | $571.4B |
| Next earnings | Jan 28, 2027 | Jan 28, 2027 |
● — whose figure is higher, not which is better. Data as of Nov 5, 2026.
Ratings and a detailed chart for each are in the terminal.
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Which is better to buy: Visa or Mastercard?
We do not advise what to buy. By the numbers: Visa rose more over the year (+25.0%); Mastercard is closer to its 52-week high; Visa has the higher operating margin; Mastercard is growing revenue faster; Visa has the lower P/E. How to weigh such signs is covered in «How to analyse a stock».
Can I buy both?
Yes. Many hold several companies in one industry to avoid depending on one. A broad index fund often already holds the largest US companies.
When do they report?
Visa — Jan 28, 2027; Mastercard — Jan 28, 2027.