Mastercard Incorporated (MA) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 2001 to 2025
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MA EPS Growth (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of diluted earnings per share
CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) shows the annualized growth rate of EPS over the specified period. A higher CAGR indicates stronger earnings momentum.
MA Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 83.4% | 59.2% | 45.6% |
| 2024 | 76.3% | 55.3% | 45.7% |
| 2023 | 76.0% | 55.8% | 44.6% |
| 2022 | 76.3% | 55.2% | 44.7% |
| 2021 | 76.2% | 53.4% | 46.0% |
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Mastercard Incorporated (MA) Earnings Overview
As of May 6, 2026, Mastercard Incorporated (MA) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $15.57B, reflecting +18.9% year-over-year growth. The company earned $17.44 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 45.6%.
Looking at the long-term picture, MA's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +21.0%, indicating exceptional earnings growth. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $14.97B in fiscal 2025, representing a new all-time high.
Mastercard Incorporated maintains industry-leading profitability with a gross margin of 83.4%, operating margin of 59.2%, and net margin of 45.6%. This margin structure demonstrates strong pricing power and operational efficiency. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including V ($22.24B net income, 50.1% margin), AXP ($11.22B net income, 13.5% margin), PYPL ($5.06B net income, 15.8% margin), MA has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare MA vs V →
MA Earnings vs Peers
Earnings metrics vs comparable public companies
MA Historical Earnings Data (2001–2025)
25 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14.97B | +16.3% | $19.40B | $16.52 | 45.6% | 59.2% |
| 2024 | $12.87B | +15.0% | $15.58B | $13.89 | 45.7% | 55.3% |
| 2023 | $11.20B | +12.7% | $14.01B | $11.83 | 44.6% | 55.8% |
| 2022 | $9.93B | +14.3% | $12.26B | $10.23 | 44.7% | 55.2% |
| 2021 | $8.69B | +35.5% | $10.08B | $8.76 | 46.0% | 53.4% |
| 2020 | $6.41B | -21.0% | $8.08B | $6.37 | 41.9% | 52.8% |
| 2019 | $8.12B | +38.6% | $9.66B | $7.94 | 48.1% | 57.2% |
| 2018 | $5.86B | +49.7% | $7.28B | $5.60 | 39.2% | 48.7% |
| 2017 | $3.92B | -3.5% | $6.62B | $3.65 | 31.3% | 53.0% |
| 2016 | $4.06B | +6.6% | $5.76B | $3.69 | 37.7% | 53.5% |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying MA stock.
Is MA growing earnings?
MA EPS is $17.44, with earnings growth accelerating to +18.9%. This exceeds the 5-year CAGR of +21.0%. TTM net income reached $15.6B.
What are MA's profit margins?
Mastercard Incorporated net margin is +45.6%, with operating margin at +59.2%. Above-average margins indicate pricing power.
How consistent are MA's earnings?
MA earnings data spans 2001-2025. The accelerating earnings trend is +18.9% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.