NYSE:V

Visa Inc. (V)

364.15
-1.30 (0.36%)
as of Aug 14, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.
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This summary was created by AI, based on 63 opinions in the last 12 months.

Visa Inc. has garnered attention from various analysts for its strong fundamentals and strategic positioning in the payments industry. While some experts note that the stock has seen limited movement over the past year, many emphasize its robust business model, which capitalizes on the ongoing transition from cash to digital payments. Analysts highlight impressive metrics such as high return on equity, consistent revenue growth, and an effective buyback program. Despite concerns regarding recent economic uncertainties and potential threats from digital currencies, many remain bullish on Visa's long-term growth trajectory and market dominance. Overall, while some express cautious optimism, the consensus leans towards considering Visa as a solid investment in a shifting financial landscape.

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Buy
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Valuation
Overvalued
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Maestro, MA
BUY

MA-N vs. V-N. Own either this or V-N. We saw adoption of tap to pay. People are doing a lot more tap to pay. Buy here. He prefers V-N over MA-N.

BUY ON WEAKNESS

Q1 earnings strong? He owns V instead of MA. Both are in a great position in the e-commerce space with their ability to accept digital payments. The earnings announcement by MA today were strong, but transactions were down. If it takes time to see things recover, their strong cash flow position will allow them to buy back shares and shore up their balance sheet. MA trades around 30 times earnings, so he would wait for a pullback. He thinks both MA and V may be 15% over valued right now.

HOLD
He does not own this right now. A great company -- a top tier high return on capital player. This causes it to trade a very higher multiples. If you own it, and it is not too large a holding, keep holding. However, expect their fees will be declining with lower consumer spending.
TOP PICK
Spending levels are lower but the lack of keenness on physical cash will drive electronic payments that much more quickly into the future. The move to the cashless society will be accelerated by this crisis. It has a high multiple but longer term they will benefit from a more-online society. (Analysts’ price target is $199.71)
BUY
V-N vs. MA-N. They are great companies and there is nothing to compare with them. They have tremendous runways of growth ahead of them. They are down because retail spending is down. It is a wonderful buying opportunity.
PARTIAL SELL
MA vs. Visa Both have done very well. They're bridge-keepers who collect a toll, basically. They've run up though, so take some profits. They trade around a pricey 32x earnings. Also, we have no idea when the coronavirus will peter out.
COMMENT
The issue he has with Visa is the high valuation levels. There is no reason why it couldn't go down another 15-20%. Longer term they will benefit and do well, but you have to be willing to take a lot of downside. He prefers to own something that offer good income to the investor.
COMMENT

V-N vs. DIS-N. He would go V-N 100%. DIS-N he thinks they will suffer for quite some time. They did major acquisitions and the balance sheet is hugely invested. They need time to digest all of this and will be a mess for a year or two.

BUY

V vs. MSFT Likes Visa's valuation. Likes the secular growth story of moving from cash and cheques to digital payments. MSFT is expensive, at 27x earnings with 12% growth rate. Visa is right at the 200-day moving average, 28x earnings with a 15% growth rate. Nothing wrong with MSFT, but Visa is a better name.

BUY

Mastercard vs. Visa This sector got hit hard. MA issued a guidance warning recently, due to fewer transaction from the coronavirus. He's bought more of Visa this week, though MA is also good to add during a dip. If you add, buy in tranches, not all at once. Payments are a great space to invest. Both are good.

BUY ON WEAKNESS

Mastercard is a great company that is very similar to Visa. The move towards digital payments is continuing. They both have a great global reach, both for credit and debit business. You can keep buying in on dips.

TOP PICK

They're a tech company, not financial, and strong in tech. You can still get in now. They're fantastic at claims processing. They have a big edge over Mastercard. Visa won't be hurt by fintech. (Analysts’ price target is $226.31)

TOP PICK

A toll-road business. Any time you make a purchase, it's often with Visa or Mastercard. They just had their investor presentation and they are planning on growing their business by ten times. Still has a long runway of growth. He sees tremendous potential, especially in fintech. (Analysts’ price target is $226.31)

COMMENT

Visa vs. Mastercard Mastercard. Visa stumbled in the last quarter and has a high valuation.

PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Jul 02/19, Up 16%) Really likes it. Makes money on each transaction. We're moving to a cashless society. Leading edge in fintech. Good opportunity for global growth.
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