Wall Street analyst price targets, ratings consensus & upside potential · Updated Feb 28, 2026
Last 12 months price action with 12-month analyst target path
As of March 1, 2026, Mastercard Incorporated (MA) has a Wall Street consensus price target of $667.00, based on estimates from 63 covering analysts. With the stock currently trading at $517.21, this represents a potential upside of +29.0%. The company has a market capitalization of $457.84B.
Analyst price targets range from a low of $610.00 to a high of $739.00, representing a 19% spread in expectations. The median target of $665.00 aligns closely with the consensus average. The tight target dispersion indicates high conviction among analysts.
The current analyst consensus rating is Buy, with 51 analysts rating the stock as a Buy or Strong Buy,12 rating it Hold, and 0 rating it Sell or Strong Sell. This overwhelmingly bullish sentiment suggests analysts see significant catalysts for upside ahead.
From a valuation perspective, MA trades at a trailing P/E of 31.3x and forward P/E of 26.4x. The forward PEG ratio of 1.26 indicates reasonable valuation for growth. Analysts expect EPS to grow +17.4% over the next year.
Our proprietary valuation model, which blends historical multiples with forward estimates, suggests a base-case price target of $729.52, with bear and bull scenarios of $531.22 and $890.61 respectively. Model confidence stands at 82/100, indicating high predictability in the company's fundamentals.
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Start ComparisonThe consensus Wall Street price target for MA is $667, representing 29.0% upside from the current price of $517.21. With 63 analysts covering the stock, this strong upside suggests significant value not yet reflected in today's share price.
MA has a consensus rating of "Buy" based on 63 Wall Street analysts. The rating breakdown is predominantly bullish, with 51 Buy/Strong Buy ratings. The consensus 12-month price target of $667 implies 29.0% upside from current levels.
MA trades at a forward P/E of 26.4275x, representing a moderate valuation. With analysts targeting $667 (29.0% implied move), the stock appears reasonably valued with upside.
The most bullish Wall Street analyst has a price target of $739 for MA, while the most conservative target is $610. The consensus of $667 represents the median expectation. Our quantitative valuation model projects a bull case target of $891 based on optimistic growth and margin assumptions. These targets typically reflect 12-month expectations.
MA is heavily covered by Wall Street, with 63 analysts providing price targets and ratings. Of these, 1 have Strong Buy ratings, 50 have Buy ratings, 12 recommend Hold, and 0 have Sell or Strong Sell ratings. Higher analyst coverage generally indicates greater institutional interest and more reliable consensus estimates.
The 12-month MA stock forecast based on 63 Wall Street analysts shows a consensus price target of $667, with estimates ranging from $610 (bear case) to $739 (bull case). The median consensus rating is "Buy". Our proprietary valuation model produces a base case fair value of $730, with bear/bull scenarios of $531/$891.
Our quantitative valuation model calculates MA's fair value at $730 (base case), with a bear case of $531 and bull case of $891. The model uses discounted cash flow analysis, historical growth rates, and margin mean-reversion to project FY+2 earnings, then applies an appropriate P/E multiple. The model confidence score is 82/100.
MA trades at a forward P/E ratio of 26.4x based on next-twelve-months earnings estimates compared to a trailing P/E of 31.3x. The lower forward P/E indicates analysts expect earnings growth. A forward P/E is useful for comparing valuations when earnings are expected to change significantly.
Wall Street analysts are very optimistic on MA, with a "Buy" consensus rating and $667 price target (29.0% upside). 51 of 63 analysts rate it Buy or Strong Buy. This information is for educational purposes only. Always conduct your own research, consider your financial situation, and consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
MA analyst price targets range from $610 to $739, a 19% tight range reflecting strong analyst consensus. Differences stem from varying assumptions about revenue growth, profit margins, competitive dynamics, and valuation multiples. The $667 consensus represents the middle ground. Our model's $531-$891 range provides an independent fundamental perspective.