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Visa Renews ICBA Deal to Strengthen Its Hold on Community Banks
by Zacks Equity Research
V renews its 40-year pact with ICBA Payments, boosting access to secure, flexible tools for community banks nationwide.
Affirm and JAKKS Pacific have been highlighted as Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day
by Zacks Equity Research
AFRM surges on bullish earnings trends and industry strength, while JAKK sinks under weak guidance and negative revisions.
Why Do Merchants Trust Mastercard in a Risky Digital World?
by Zacks Equity Research
MA's AI-driven fraud tools, partnerships and cybersecurity investments help merchants stay secure in the digital world.
Paymentus (PAY) Surges 5.8%: Is This an Indication of Further Gains?
by Zacks Equity Research
Paymentus (PAY) saw its shares surge in the last session with trading volume being higher than average. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions may not translate into further price increase in the near term.
Top Mobile Payments Stocks to Buy to Ride the Cashless Wave
by Kaibalya Pravo Dey
Marqeta, Visa, Mastercard and Capital One are riding the mobile payments surge with bold tech moves and growing adoption.
Is Visa's AI Strategy the Key to Defending Its Payments Dominance?
by Zacks Equity Research
V leans on AI to slash fraud, boost real-time decisions and reinforce its edge in the evolving digital payments space.
Visa Stock Outpaces Peers in 2025 Despite Valuation Concerns
by Abhinab Dasgupta
Visa's 2025 rally outpaces fintech rivals, driven by strong earnings and a $30B buyback, despite valuation risks.
OppFi Soars 222% in a Year: Should Investors Buy, Hold, or Fold?
by Arghyadeep Bose
OPFI's tech-driven lending model, strong liquidity, and loyal customer base support its long-term hold potential.
MasterCard (MA) Dips More Than Broader Market: What You Should Know
by Zacks Equity Research
The latest trading day saw MasterCard (MA) settling at $550.18, representing a -2.37% change from its previous close.
Can Mastercard Stay Ahead in the Race Toward a Digital Wallet Future?
by Zacks Equity Research
MA is accelerating its shift toward a cardless future with tokenization, digital wallets and tech partnerships.
4 GARP Stocks That Investors Can Scoop Up for Maximum Returns
by Vasundhara Sawalka
Try the GARP strategy when seeking a profitable portfolio of stocks offering optimum value and growth investing. RGLD, HWM, JBL and MA hold promise.
Visa in a Wallet-Driven World: Can It Stay Indispensable?
by Zacks Equity Research
V adapts to a wallet-first, crypto-curious world with token tech and fintech alliances to stay ahead.
Buy 3 AI-Powered Giant Financial Transaction Services Stocks for 2H25
by Nalak Das
V, MA, and PYPL are harnessing AI to boost security, streamline services, and drive payment volume growth.
Fees, Fines & Gains: Mastercard's 13% 3-Month Rise Laughs at Headlines
by Kaibalya Pravo Dey
MA's 13% rally shrugs off lawsuits, fee caps and fintech threats as it doubles down on crypto and services.
Mastercard's Fintech Ties in Emerging Markets: Bold Move or Risky Bet?
by Zacks Equity Research
MA deepens fintech ties across emerging markets, chasing digital growth while navigating complex regional risks.
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Mastercard, Cisco Systems, TJX, Gencor and SIFCO
by Zacks Equity Research
MA, CSCO and TJX lead this week's top stock picks, while microcaps GENC and SIF offer unique value amid sector-specific tailwinds.
Top Stock Reports for Mastercard, Cisco & TJX
by Mark Vickery
MA, CSCO and TJX are leveraging digital adoption, recurring revenues, and value-driven retail to outpace their industries.
Visa's Partnerships With BNPL Players: Smart Hedge or Future Risk?
by Zacks Equity Research
V teams up with BNPL firms like Klarna and Afterpay to stay central in payments as credit habits shift.
Visa Crosses 50-Day SMA: Will Stablecoins & AI Power the Next Leg Up?
by Kaibalya Pravo Dey
V breaks above its 50-day SMA as AI, stablecoins and global transaction growth drive investor momentum.
3 Stocks to Boost Your Portfolio as Nasdaq Hits All-Time High
by Ritujay Ghosh
Nasdaq's record rally fuels upside in MSFT, V, and MA as easing tariffs and AI momentum lift tech optimism.
All You Need to Know About MasterCard (MA) Rating Upgrade to Buy
by Zacks Equity Research
MasterCard (MA) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).
SEZL's Margin Expands: Can This Drive Profitability in the Long Run?
by Arghyadeep Bose
Sezzle's operating margin rose to 47.6% as cost control, rising purchase frequency and top-line gains fuel profit momentum.
Is MasterCard (MA) a Buy as Wall Street Analysts Look Optimistic?
by Zacks Equity Research
According to the average brokerage recommendation (ABR), one should invest in MasterCard (MA). It is debatable whether this highly sought-after metric is effective because Wall Street analysts' recommendations tend to be overly optimistic. Would it be worth investing in the stock?
Why MasterCard (MA) Could Beat Earnings Estimates Again
by Zacks Equity Research
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.
PYPL vs. MA: Which Stock Should Value Investors Buy Now?
by Zacks Equity Research
PYPL vs. MA: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?