The facts
GAAP net income was US$4.628 billion, up from US$3.927 billion. GAAP diluted earnings were US$5.28 a share, against US$4.34. [1][2]
Adjusted net income was US$4.653 billion. These non-GAAP figures exclude specified investment gains or losses and special items. [1][2]
Gross dollar volume increased 7% in local currency to about US$3 trillion. Cross-border volume grew 11% in local currency, while switched transactions increased 9%. [1]
Sources
References support the numbered facts above. Source checks: 29 Oct 2026, 13:55 UTC.
- Third-quarter 2026 earnings release
Mastercard · Primary source · 29 Oct 2026
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- Mastercard Incorporated profit climbs in Q3
RTTNews · Reporting · 29 Oct 2026
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