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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Overvalued
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Maestro, MA
HOLD

The financial space is a great area -- he prefers the IPAY-N ETF instead. Visa has spent a lot on cyber-security, giving it an advantage. Cash still represents 32% of transactions, 50% in the OECD countries, so there is still more runway to go. Volumes continue to grow. Value may be a little rich here, based on the PE ratio, but considering its growth it is still decent value.

COMMENT
A grand slam, though they are facing more competition. He wishes he had bought this. China doesn't use credit cards and rather they use online payments--this is a longterm headwind. But Visa's free cash flow is great. Apple Pay is also coming.
COMMENT
In China they don't use credit cards – they use phones. On a longer term basis, is that the way North America will do it, or will it be some other way.
HOLD
It survived the Q4. He hasn't seen today's numbers yet. He is not too worry.
BUY
Likes it very much. Stable. It's the biggest credit card company in the world. They have increasing international presence, growing after buying Visa Europe. 60% of its business is now in debit. New technology like the Square app reflects a changing payments landscape, but Visa is doing deals with smaller groups and keeping up.
BUY ON WEAKNESS
In their fund 50% is made of 5 ETFs and 50% in 18 single stocks. VISA is one of them. Fairly well priced at a PEG ratio of 1.71. They have a target of $165. He would enter with a half position and the other half if there is a pullback.
WEAK BUY
Look back 25 years or more. It went from $150 to $120 approximately late last year. In '08 it went from $25 to $12 in the recession. He thinks it should be in most portfolios. They would go down as much as the broad markets but it will likely outperform in the long run.
DON'T BUY
The payment industry in the US has been a strong performer for some time. The issue is the multiple, being way too high. You have to be strategic about buying it when it is low. The credit card companies are well positioned to grow. He is worried about APPL-Q and their card disrupting the market. He would prefer AMEX, which he does not own at this point.
BUY ON WEAKNESS
It's had a nice run but wouldn't chase it at current levels, but it has a definite positive growth outlook. We'll see more electronic payments around the world and Visa has a stake in this. A fine chart. That brought in Visa Europe and are integrating it; it made Visa more global. Good long-term growth.
STRONG BUY
A fantastic chart with break-outs to new highs. Definitely a strong buy.
BUY
It is a great story but the investment community knows it so it is very pricey. He owns MasterCard but they are virtually the same. Paper money will start to disappear so these will grow. It is a simple story.
HOLD
It's done really well over time. The chart rises in a straight line. It reflects an economy going up. When we get a recession, there will be fewer transactions, though. January 2019 was a good entry point and since then it has broken past last fall's high. Strong technicals. It's too late to buy this.
BUY
Took good profits, selling 66%. Should I buy that back now? What matters is the future. This is one of the best business models in the world. Buy this stock and hold it forever.
BUY
It's the ideal business, taking 2-3% of every transaction, but taking no risk. Competition? Maybe one day cryptocurrencies. You can take profits. It's pricey now. You can't go wrong with this.
BUY
Heavy credit card use in Scandinavia Denmark is 90% non-cash, but only 20% of the world has credit cards. Asia doesn't, so there's huge growth potential for Visa as well as Mastercard. As for Apple payments, he's not sure who will process their payments. The future is to use your smartphone and credit card to pay for things, not cash, and less and less.
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