Mastercard Incorporated (MA) P/E Ratio History
UndervaluedTrading at 29.6x vs 5Y avg 36.7x · 10th percentile · Below historical baseline · Data 2006–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 21, 2026, Mastercard Incorporated (MA) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 29.6x, with a stock price of $489.79 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $17.44.
The current P/E is 19% below its 5-year average of 36.7x. Over the past five years, MA's P/E has ranged from a low of 28.4x to a high of 50.7x, placing the current valuation at the 10th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Financial Services sector median P/E of 13.6x, MA trades at a 118% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 783 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 196.5x.
The PEG ratio of 1.41 (P/E divided by 19% EPS growth) suggests a fair valuation relative to its earnings growth. Peter Lynch popularized the rule that a PEG below 1.0 indicates an attractive entry point.
Relative to the broader market, MA commands a significant premium over the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.4x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our MA DCF Valuation Calculator →
Note: P/E ratio is just one valuation metric. It does not account for balance sheet strength, cash flow quality, or growth sustainability. Always conduct comprehensive due diligence before making investment decisions.
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MA P/E vs Peers
Payment Networks and Merchant Acquiring peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $628B | 32.1 | 2.03 | +5% | |
| $232B | 22.0 | 0.68 | +10% | |
| $37B | 7.9 | 0.89 | +36%Best | |
| $20B | 50.9 | 2.09 | -47% | |
| $26B | 7.5Lowest | 0.21Best | +18% | |
| $16B | 11.5 | 0.47 | -5% | |
| $4B | 15.1 | - | +13% | |
| $909B | 16.2 | 0.92 | +2% | |
| $424B | 14.7 | 0.96 | +19% | |
| $125B | 50.0 | - | -65% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
MA Historical P/E Data (2006–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | - | $499.72 | $17.28 | 28.9x | -27% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 31 2025 | $570.88 | $16.52 | 34.6x | -12% |
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $568.81 | $15.64 | 36.4x | -8% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $561.94 | $14.83 | 37.9x | -4% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mar 31 2025 | $548.12 | $14.26 | 38.4x | -2% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $526.57 | $13.89 | 37.9x | -4% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 30 2024 | $493.80 | $13.22 | 37.4x | -5% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $441.16 | $13.08 | 33.7x | -14% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 31 2024 | $481.57 | $12.58 | 38.3x | -3% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $426.51 | $11.83 | 36.1x | -9% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $395.91 | $11.48 | 34.5x | -13% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $393.30 | $10.67 | 36.9x | -6% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Mar 31 2023 | $363.41 | $10.01 | 36.3x | -8% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $347.73 | $10.22 | 34.0x | -14% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sep 30 2022 | $284.34 | $10.01 | 28.4x | -28% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $315.48 | $9.87 | 32.0x | -19% |
| FY2022 Q1 | - | $357.38 | $9.61 | 37.2x | -6% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $359.32 | $8.76 | 41.0x | +4% |
| FY2021 Q3 | - | $347.68 | $8.13 | 42.8x | +8% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jun 30 2021 | $365.09 | $7.20 | 50.7x | +29% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Mar 31 2021 | $356.05 | $6.53 | 54.5x | +38% |
| FY2020 Q4 | - | $356.94 | $6.38 | 55.9x | +42% |
| FY2020 Q3 | Sep 30 2020 | $338.17 | $6.67 | 50.7x | +29% |
| FY2020 Q2 | - | $295.70 | $7.23 | 40.9x | +4% |
| FY2020 Q1 | - | $241.56 | $7.82 | 30.9x | -22% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $298.59 | $7.94 | 37.6x | -5% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 30 2019 | $271.57 | $6.74 | 40.3x | +2% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $264.53 | $6.49 | 40.8x | +3% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 31 2019 | $235.45 | $5.99 | 39.3x | -0% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $188.65 | $5.60 | 33.7x | -15% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 30 2018 | $222.61 | $4.94 | 45.1x | +14% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $196.52 | $4.46 | 44.1x | +12% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Mar 31 2018 | $175.16 | $4.06 | 43.1x | +9% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $151.36 | $3.65 | 41.5x | +5% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sep 30 2017 | $141.20 | $4.30 | 32.8x | -17% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $121.45 | $4.04 | 30.1x | -24% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Mar 31 2017 | $112.47 | $3.83 | 29.4x | -25% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 31 2016 | $103.25 | $3.69 | 28.0x | -29% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Sep 30 2016 | $101.77 | $3.62 | 28.1x | -29% |
| FY2016 Q2 | - | $88.06 | $3.40 | 25.9x | -34% |
| FY2016 Q1 | - | $94.50 | $3.32 | 28.5x | -28% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $97.36 | $3.35 | 29.1x | -26% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Sep 30 2015 | $90.12 | $3.25 | 27.7x | -30% |
| FY2015 Q2 | - | $93.48 | $3.26 | 28.7x | -27% |
| FY2015 Q1 | - | $86.39 | $3.25 | 26.6x | -33% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Dec 31 2014 | $86.16 | $3.09 | 27.9x | -29% |
| FY2014 Q3 | - | $73.92 | $2.45 | 30.1x | -24% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Jun 30 2014 | $73.47 | $2.31 | 31.8x | -19% |
| FY2014 Q1 | Mar 31 2014 | $74.70 | $2.21 | 33.8x | -14% |
| FY2013 Q4 | - | $83.55 | $2.10 | 39.7x | +1% |
| FY2013 Q3 | Sep 30 2013 | $67.28 | $2.54 | 26.5x | -33% |
| FY2013 Q2 | Jun 30 2013 | $57.45 | $2.43 | 23.6x | -40% |
| FY2013 Q1 | Mar 31 2013 | $54.11 | $2.29 | 23.6x | -40% |
| FY2012 Q4 | Dec 31 2012 | $49.13 | $2.21 | 22.2x | -44% |
| FY2012 Q3 | Sep 30 2012 | $45.15 | $1.74 | 26.0x | -34% |
| FY2012 Q2 | Jun 30 2012 | $43.01 | $1.68 | 25.7x | -35% |
| FY2012 Q1 | Mar 31 2012 | $42.05 | $1.59 | 26.4x | -33% |
| FY2011 Q4 | Dec 31 2011 | $37.28 | $1.49 | 25.1x | -36% |
| FY2011 Q3 | Sep 30 2011 | $31.72 | $1.79 | 17.7x | -55% |
| FY2011 Q2 | - | $30.13 | $1.62 | 18.6x | -53% |
| FY2011 Q1 | - | $25.17 | $1.49 | 16.9x | -57% |
| FY2010 Q4 | Dec 31 2010 | $22.41 | $1.41 | 15.9x | -60% |
| FY2010 Q3 | - | $22.40 | $1.32 | 17.0x | -57% |
| FY2010 Q2 | Jun 30 2010 | $19.95 | $1.28 | 15.6x | -60% |
| FY2010 Q1 | Mar 31 2010 | $25.40 | $1.20 | 21.2x | -46% |
| FY2009 Q4 | - | $25.60 | $1.13 | 22.7x | -43% |
| FY2009 Q3 | Sep 30 2009 | $20.21 | $1.08 | 18.7x | -53% |
| FY2009 Q2 | - | $16.73 | $0.58 | 28.8x | -27% |
| FY2008 Q2 | Jun 30 2008 | $26.55 | $0.23 | 115.4x | +193% |
| FY2008 Q1 | Mar 31 2008 | $22.30 | $0.99 | 22.5x | -43% |
| FY2007 Q4 | Dec 31 2007 | $21.52 | $0.81 | 26.6x | -33% |
| FY2007 Q3 | Sep 30 2007 | $14.80 | $0.61 | 24.3x | -38% |
| FY2007 Q2 | Jun 30 2007 | $16.59 | $0.52 | 31.9x | -19% |
| FY2007 Q1 | Mar 31 2007 | $10.62 | $0.10 | 106.1x | +169% |
| FY2006 Q4 | Dec 31 2006 | $9.85 | $0.03 | 288.9x | +633% |
| FY2006 Q3 | Sep 30 2006 | $7.04 | $0.07 | 99.6x | +153% |
| FY2006 Q2 | Jun 30 2006 | $4.80 | $0.04 | 117.9x | +199% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 39.4x
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MA — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying MA stock.
What is MA's P/E ratio?
Mastercard Incorporated (MA) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 29.6x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $17.44. The 5-year average P/E is 36.7x and the historical range spans 28.4x to 50.7x.
Is MA stock overvalued or undervalued?
MA trades at 29.6x P/E, near its 5-year average of 36.7x. The 10th percentile ranking within the 28.4x–50.7x historical range places valuation within normal bounds.
Is MA stock expensive?
MA is fairly valued relative to its own history. The current P/E of 29.6x is near the 5-year average of 36.7x (10th percentile of historical range).
What is MA's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, MA's P/E ratio has ranged from 28.4x to 50.7x, with a median of 36.9x and an average of 36.7x. The current P/E of 29.6x places the stock at the 10th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2006–2026.
How does MA's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
MA trades at 29.6x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.4x. The 21% premium to the market typically reflects higher expected earnings growth or quality.
How does MA's valuation compare to Financial Services peers?
Mastercard Incorporated P/E of 29.6x compares to the Financial Services sector median of 13.6x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers or stronger fundamentals. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is MA's PEG ratio?
MA PEG ratio is 1.41, based on a P/E of 29.6x and EPS growth of 18.9%. A PEG between 1 and 2 suggests valuation aligns with growth expectations — typically considered fair.
What is MA's earnings yield?
MA earnings yield is 3.37%, the inverse of its 29.6x P/E ratio. Earnings yield represents the percentage of each dollar invested that the company earns. It can be compared directly to bond yields to assess relative attractiveness of stocks versus fixed income.