Mastercard continues to demonstrate a resilient business model by operating a capital-light payment processing network that earns fees on transaction volume without credit risk. In Q1 2026, revenue rose nearly 16% year-over-year to $8.4 billion, supported by growth in value-added services. The company returned significant capital to shareholders through $4 billion in stock buybacks and dividends, with earnings per share steadily compounding over 20 years. Despite recent stock price declines due to market conditions and regulatory concerns, Mastercard's long-term growth thesis remains intact, driven by the global shift from cash to digital payments and strategic initiatives like Mastercard Agent Pay and the BVNK acquisition for stablecoin technology.
The Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) and Mastercard have partnered to offer a free 10-week cybersecurity course aimed at small businesses, non-profits, and social enterprises in Western Canada. The course, starting in September 2026, p...
Juniper Research revealed the winners of the 2026 Future Digital Awards for Fintech & Payments, recognizing leaders and innovators in digital banking, payments, and fintech. Key winners include Payrails for Startup of the Year, Amir Wain of i2c Inc a...
Raja Rajamannar, Mastercard's former marketing chief, permanently cut the company's advertising budget by 70%, redirecting funds to consumer experiences and sponsorships that yielded stronger returns. He argues traditional ads no longer work as consu...
