Visa's CFO reported no signs of weakening among lower-spend U.S. consumers, with payments volume growing 10% in the recent quarter. Both discretionary and non-discretionary spending remained strong, and credit card use grew faster than debit, indicating consumer confidence or increased borrowing. Despite beating earnings estimates slightly, Visa shares fell due to high market expectations and limited upside. The company raised its dividend by 16% and continues significant share buybacks, signaling confidence in ongoing consumer spending strength. Investors await Mastercard's upcoming report for further insights on U.S. consumer trends.
Visa's report on steady U.S. consumer spending contrasts with its share price, which edged up just 0.06% to USD 402.10 on Pluang as of Oct 28, 2026 23:41 WIB. Meanwhile, Mastercard shares also rose modestly by 0.54% to USD 613.12, with most Pluang users selling Visa but a stronger sell sentiment for Mastercard. Both companies maintain dividend yields below 1%, reflecting cautious optimism in the financial sector.
Visa increased its quarterly dividend by 16.4%, raising the annual payout to $2.68 per share with a yield of just 0.66%. The company’s strong financials, including 15% revenue growth and a 16% EPS increase in fiscal 2026, support this raise. Visa als...
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