Mastercard Incorporated Stock Price, News & Analysis

Mastercard (NYSE: MA) announced that Craig Vosburg, the Chief Product Officer, will present at the Autonomous Future of Commerce Symposium on Friday, September 17, starting at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time for approximately 45 minutes. The presentation will be available via a live audio webcast, with a replay accessible for 30 days at investor.mastercard.com.

Mastercard is dedicated to fostering an inclusive digital economy, enhancing transaction safety and accessibility globally.

Mastercard's SpendingPulse predicts a record holiday retail season, with U.S. retail sales expected to rise by 7.4%, excluding auto and gas. Online shopping is anticipated to increase by 7.6%, while in-store sales may grow 8.9% versus last year. Early shopping begins in October, with a growth forecast of 6.8% for retail sales and 7.5% for e-commerce during the '75 Days of Christmas'. Key trends include increased early promotions, luxury spending driven by pent-up savings, and a sustained shift towards online shopping, with anticipated e-commerce sales growth of 59.3% YO2Y.

Mastercard (NYSE: MA) has appointed Candido Botelho Bracher as an independent director, effective immediately. Bracher brings over 30 years of experience in global financial services and previously served as president and CEO of Itaú Unibanco Group, enhancing the bank’s digital transformation and customer relations. His extensive background includes leadership roles in several financial institutions, underlining his potential to contribute significantly to Mastercard's future strategies as the company aims to strengthen its global position.

Mastercard (NYSE: MA) has announced its agreement to acquire CipherTrace, a prominent cryptocurrency intelligence firm, to enhance its digital assets strategy. This acquisition aims to bolster trust and security within the crypto economy as digital assets gain traction in daily transactions. CipherTrace's platform will integrate with Mastercard's cybersecurity solutions, enabling improved risk management and compliance for businesses involved in digital assets. The deal is expected to close by the end of the year, pending certain conditions.

Mastercard (NYSE: MA) has announced its agreement to acquire Aiia, a leading open banking technology provider in Europe, enhancing its capabilities in digital financial solutions. This strategic move is aimed at further empowering consumers and businesses through safe and secure data access. By integrating Aiia's technology, Mastercard aims to strengthen its open banking initiatives, which focus on democratizing financial services. The acquisition, anticipated to close by year-end, remains subject to customary closing conditions.

Mastercard Incorporated (NYSE: MA) announced that Sachin Mehra, CFO, will present at the Deutsche Bank Technology Conference on September 10 at 10:40 a.m. Eastern Time. The presentation is expected to last approximately 35 minutes, and will be available via a live audio webcast. A replay will be accessible for 30 days on investor.mastercard.com. Mastercard continues its mission to promote an inclusive digital economy worldwide.

U.S. retail sales rose for the 11th consecutive month in July, according to Mastercard SpendingPulse™. Sales, excluding automotive and gasoline, increased by 10.9% year-over-year, significantly surpassing the average July growth of 2.9% over the last four years. The Child Tax Credit contributed to a boost in spending, particularly in apparel (+80% YOY) and department stores (+44.8% YOY). In-store sales accounted for 81.9% of total retail sales, with a 15.5% YOY increase. Overall, consumer spending reflects a recovery with greater savings and demand.