Better Buy: Mastercard vs. Visa
The two largest payment networks may seem interchangeable. Visa and Mastercard are both respected, high-performing companies, with stocks that have crushed the market over the years. Mastercard has delivered a 7,760% return for its shareholders since going public in 2006, while Visa is up 1,480% in the 13 years it has been publicly traded.
Globally, there's still an estimated $18 trillion in consumer spending done in cash. That means there's plenty of growth available in digital transactions. However, choosing between two companies that are so similar can be difficult. Beyond historical stock returns, there are a few differences to help investors choose.
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