Valuation check: MA's profit margin is 45.88%, above the Technology sector average of 33.7%.
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As of the most recent data (March 2026), MA shows a profit margin of 45.88%. That compares with 45.22% in the prior-year period — up 1.5% year over year. That is above the Technology sector average of 33.7%. Scroll down for historical charts and peer comparison views.
Compared with the year-ago period, MA's profit margin is now 45.88% (was 45.22%) — a 1.5% year-over-year increase. Pairing that YoY change with peer averages gives a clearer picture of whether Mastercard Incorporated is outperforming or lagging.
The Technology sector average profit margin is about 33.7%. Mastercard Incorporated is at 45.88%, which is higher that average. That is roughly 36.1% above the sector mean. Use the comparison chart on this page to see how MA stacks up against individual peers as well.
That compares with 45.22% in the prior-year period — up 1.5% year over year. Improvement over multiple periods is generally more meaningful than a single strong quarter. Compare Mastercard Incorporated with peers to see if the move is company-specific or sector-wide.
Besides this profit margin page, Stockcircle has Mastercard Incorporated's full stock overview, other financial metrics, insider and congress trade tabs, and tools to follow the stock. Together they help you connect profit margin (currently 45.88%) with ownership activity and broader fundamentals.