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Mastercard (MA) Stock Forecast & Price Target

Mastercard (MA) Analyst Ratings

Based on 48 analyst ratings
Buy
Strong Buy 33%
Buy 52%
Hold 15%
Sell 0%
Strong Sell 0%

Bulls say

Mastercard demonstrated strong financial performance for the 12 months ending December 2024, with Net Sales Revenue rising 12.10% year-over-year to $28.17 billion, highlighting robust growth in transaction processing. The company's Return on Capital (ROC) also improved significantly from 54.78% to 61.25%, with projections suggesting further enhancement to 67.01% in the near term. Additionally, Economic Profit (EP) surged by 21.30% year-over-year, reflecting effective cost management and operational efficiency, while net operating profit after tax (NOPAT) increased by 21.05% to $14.75 billion, reinforcing Mastercard's strong financial health.

Bears say

Mastercard's stock faces a negative outlook due to slowing revenue growth, with net revenue and operating expense growth projected at the high-end of low double-digit to low-teens percentages for FY25, which may not sustain current valuation levels. Additionally, the potential for a tighter macroeconomic environment, rising recession risks, and growing competition from alternative payment platforms could negatively impact transaction volumes and operating margins. Legal challenges and increased regulatory scrutiny may further limit Mastercard's ability to monetize its transactions, posing additional risks to its future performance.

Mastercard (MA) has been analyzed by 48 analysts, with a consensus rating of Buy. 33% of analysts recommend a Strong Buy, 52% recommend Buy, 15% suggest Holding, 0% advise Selling, and 0% predict a Strong Sell.

This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Mastercard and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.

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FAQs About Mastercard (MA) Forecast

Analysts have given Mastercard (MA) a Buy based on their latest research and market trends.

According to 48 analysts, Mastercard (MA) has a Buy consensus rating as of Jul 25, 2025. This rating is provided by third-party analysts and is not investment advice from Public.com.

Wall Street analysts have set a price target of $466.46, reflecting a 0.00% increase from the current stock price.

Financial analysts have set a price target of $466.46, indicating a 0.00% increase from the current stock price, but ratings and forecasts are frequently updated based on market conditions, earnings reports, and industry trends. This prediction is provided by third-party analysts and is not investment advice from Public.com.

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