Mastercard has started 2025 in style and its first quarter results confirm its strong position in the global payments technology market. The year-on-year growth in revenue and earnings underlines the efficiency of the business model and the ability to respond flexibly to economic and technological changes. Cross-border payments and increasing transaction volumes were key drivers of growth, while strategic partnerships and investments in innovation - including with Microsoft and OpenAI - show that Mastercard is not standing still.

Long-term results also confirm steady growth and increasing shareholder value. The company is not only increasing its operating margins, but also maintaining its strong ability to generate cash and invest in the future - whether it's cybersecurity, artificial intelligence or digital payments.

How was the last quarter?

Mastercard $MA reported strong financial results for the first quarter of 2025, confirming the steady growth and resilience of its business model.…