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Visa Inc. Class A (V)

Visa Inc. Class A (V) 3-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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Upturn Advisory Summary

11/26/2025: V (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Upturn Star Rating

Upturn 3 star rating for performance

Moderate Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, typically align with the market average, offering steady but unremarkable returns.

Number of Analysts

5 star rating from financial analysts

41 Analysts rated it

Highly popular stock, broad analyst coverage, trusted insights, strong investor interest.

1 Year Target Price $394.43

1 Year Target Price $394.43

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$394.43 Target price
52w Low $297.38
Current$333.79
52w High $374.1

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 31.25%
Avg. Invested days 71
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 649.13B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 32.79
1Y Target Price 394.43
Price to earnings Ratio 32.79
1Y Target Price 394.43
Volume (30-day avg) 41
Beta 0.82
52 Weeks Range 297.38 - 374.10
Updated Date 11/28/2025
52 Weeks Range 297.38 - 374.10
Updated Date 11/28/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 0.73%
Basic EPS (TTM) 10.2

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

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Profitability

Profit Margin 50.15%
Operating Margin (TTM) 65.75%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 17.26%
Return on Equity (TTM) 52.07%

Valuation

Trailing PE 32.79
Forward PE 26.04
Enterprise Value 651099374006
Price to Sales(TTM) 16.23
Enterprise Value 651099374006
Price to Sales(TTM) 16.23
Enterprise Value to Revenue 16.28
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 25.04
Shares Outstanding 1687629770
Shares Floating 1747672254
Shares Outstanding 1687629770
Shares Floating 1747672254
Percent Insiders 0.6
Percent Institutions 90.7

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Visa Inc. Class A

Visa Inc. Class A(V) company logo displayed in Upturn AI summary

Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

Visa Inc. was founded in 1958 as BankAmericard by Bank of America. It evolved from a credit card program to a global payments technology company, going public in 2008.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Payments Solutions: Facilitates electronic payments globally through credit, debit, and prepaid cards. It processes transactions between merchants and financial institutions.
  • Value-Added Services: Offers risk management, fraud detection, data analytics, and loyalty programs to clients.
  • Digital Solutions: Focuses on enhancing mobile payments, digital wallets, and other innovative payment technologies.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Visa is led by CEO Ryan McInerney. The company has a board of directors and is structured into various departments focusing on technology, finance, marketing, and operations.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • Credit Cards: Visa credit cards are widely accepted globally and offer various rewards and benefits. Visa's global market share of credit cards is estimated to be around 50%. Competitors include Mastercard, American Express, and Discover.
  • Market Share (%): 50
  • Debit Cards: Visa debit cards provide direct access to bank accounts for purchases. Visa's global market share of debit cards is estimated to be around 40%. Competitors include Mastercard, local debit networks, and digital payment platforms.
  • Market Share (%): 40
  • Market Share (%): 30
  • Prepaid Cards: Visa prepaid cards offer a convenient way to manage spending and are used for various purposes, including payroll and gift cards. Competitors include Mastercard, American Express, and Discover.
  • Digital Payments: Visa offers digital payment solutions such as Visa Checkout and supports mobile wallets like Apple Pay and Google Pay. Competitors include PayPal, Square, and other digital payment platforms.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The payments industry is undergoing significant changes driven by digital transformation, increasing e-commerce, and rising consumer expectations for seamless and secure payment experiences. The industry is highly competitive with established players and emerging fintech companies.

Positioning

Visa is a dominant player in the global payments network, known for its extensive acceptance network, strong brand recognition, and robust technology infrastructure. Its competitive advantages include its scale, reliability, and security.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global payments market is expected to reach trillions of dollars. Visa is well-positioned to capture a significant share of this TAM due to its global presence and diversified product offerings.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Global Brand Recognition
  • Extensive Network Acceptance
  • Strong Technology Infrastructure
  • Robust Security Measures
  • Large Transaction Volume

Weaknesses

  • Dependence on Economic Conditions
  • Exposure to Regulatory Changes
  • Vulnerability to Cyber Threats
  • Exposure to Litigation
  • Fee pressures from merchants

Opportunities

  • Expansion in Emerging Markets
  • Growth in E-commerce
  • Adoption of Digital Wallets
  • Partnerships with Fintech Companies
  • Increasing penetration of contactless payments

Threats

  • Increased Competition from Fintechs
  • Data Breaches and Fraud
  • Regulatory Scrutiny
  • Economic Downturns
  • Emergence of alternative payment methods (e.g., cryptocurrencies)

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • Mastercard (MA)
  • American Express (AXP)
  • PayPal (PYPL)

Competitive Landscape

Visa's key advantage lies in its expansive network. While Mastercard is a close second, American Express operates a closed-loop system. Fintech firms like PayPal focus on digital transactions.

Major Acquisitions

Earthport

  • Year: 2019
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 320
  • Strategic Rationale: Enhanced Visa's cross-border payment capabilities.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Visa has experienced steady growth in transaction volume and revenue over the past decade, driven by the expansion of electronic payments worldwide.

Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth for Visa, driven by increasing digital payments, expansion in emerging markets, and strategic partnerships.

Recent Initiatives: Visa has recently focused on expanding its digital payment solutions, investing in new technologies, and forming partnerships with fintech companies.

Summary

Visa is a strong company with a dominant position in the global payments industry. Its extensive network, strong brand, and innovative solutions contribute to its success. However, Visa needs to be aware of increased competition from fintech companies and regulatory changes.

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About Visa Inc. Class A

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters San Francisco, CA, United States
IPO Launch date 2008-03-19
President, CEO & Director Mr. Ryan M. McInerney
Sector Financial Services
Industry Credit Services
Full time employees 34100
Full time employees 34100

Visa Inc. operates as a payment technology company in the United States and internationally. The company operates VisaNet, a transaction processing network that enables authorization, clearing, and settlement of payment transactions. It also offers credit, debit, and prepaid card products; tap to pay, tokenization, and click to pay services; Visa Direct, a platform which facilitates money movement, enabling clients to collect, hold, convert, and send funds across its network; and issuing solutions, such as airport lounge access, dining reservations, shopping experiences, event tickets, and seller offers. In addition, the company provides acceptance solutions, an omnichannel payment integration with e-commerce platforms; risk detection and prevention solutions; and advisory and other services comprising consulting practice, proprietary analytics models, data scientists and economists, marketing services, and managed services. It provides its services under the Visa, Visa Electron, V PAY, Interlink, and PLUS brands. The company serves consumers, sellers, financial institutions, and government entities. Visa Inc. was founded in 1958 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.