Reasons that favour Mastercard over Visa Diversified, non-card revenue growth: increasing value-added services (data/analytics, security, gateway) enhance revenue per transaction and reduce pure-volume dependence. International mix and growth runway: large exposure to faster-growing regions and cross-border flows gives higher long-term volume growth potential.Read more

1. Global Payments Backbone with Scale & Reach Mastercard’s network processes over $8 trillion in annual purchase volume , powered by relationships with banks, merchants, businesses, and governments in more than 200 countries.Read more

Key Takeaways Mastercard's global expansion and digital-focused partnerships are fueling sustained revenue, higher transaction activity, and increased fee-based income. Investments in value-added services, cybersecurity, and disciplined capital allocation are driving higher margins and enhancing shareholder value.Read more
