10-QPeriod: Q3 FY2015

Mastercard Inc Quarterly Report for Q3 Ended Sep 30, 2015

Filed October 29, 2015For Securities:MA

Summary

Mastercard Inc. reported its financial results for the nine months ended September 30, 2015. While net revenue saw a modest increase of 2% year-over-year, reaching $7.15 billion, the company's net income for the period was $2.92 billion, a 4% increase compared to the same period in 2014. This growth was driven by higher transaction volumes and an improved effective tax rate. However, operating expenses also increased by 8% due to acquisition activity and higher data processing costs, partially offset by favorable foreign currency translation. Key financial developments include a significant increase in goodwill on the balance sheet due to acquisitions, a decrease in cash and cash equivalents, and substantial share repurchases totaling $2.7 billion in the nine-month period. The company also continues to navigate several ongoing legal and regulatory proceedings, particularly related to interchange fees and merchant practices, which have provisions set aside. Investors should note the impact of foreign currency fluctuations, which negatively affected net revenue growth.

Financial Highlights

52 data points
Beta

Revenue

$2.53B

Net Income

$977.00M

38.6% Net Margin

EPS (Diluted)

$0.86

Total Assets

$14.63B

Cash & Equivalents

$5.75B

Free Cash Flow

$1.20B

Financial Statements
Beta
Revenue$2.53B
Operating Expenses$1.16B
Operating Income$1.37B
Interest Expense$15.00M
Net Income$977.00M
EPS (Basic)$0.86
EPS (Diluted)$0.86
Shares Outstanding (Basic)1.13B
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)1.13B

Key Highlights

  • 1Net revenue increased by 2% to $7.15 billion for the nine months ended September 30, 2015.
  • 2Net income rose by 4% to $2.92 billion for the nine months ended September 30, 2015, with diluted EPS at $2.56.
  • 3Operating expenses increased by 8% to $3.18 billion, primarily driven by acquisitions and data processing costs.
  • 4Mastercard repurchased approximately $2.7 billion of its Class A common stock during the nine months ended September 30, 2015.
  • 5Goodwill increased significantly from $1.52 billion at the end of 2014 to $1.91 billion as of September 30, 2015, reflecting recent acquisitions.
  • 6Cash and cash equivalents decreased from $5.14 billion at the end of 2014 to $3.88 billion as of September 30, 2015.
  • 7The company has provisions for ongoing litigation, with $711 million set aside for U.S. merchant litigations as of September 30, 2015.

Frequently Asked Questions

Mastercard reported a 2% increase in net revenue to $7.15 billion and a 4% increase in net income to $2.92 billion for the nine months ended September 30, 2015. Diluted earnings per share were $2.56. While revenue grew modestly, operating expenses increased by 8%, primarily due to acquisitions and higher data processing costs.

Acquisitions played a significant role, contributing to a substantial increase in goodwill on the balance sheet from $1.52 billion to $1.91 billion. They also increased operating expenses, particularly general and administrative costs, and positively contributed to net revenue growth.

Mastercard continued its share repurchase program, buying back approximately $2.7 billion of its Class A common stock during the first nine months of 2015. The company also paid quarterly cash dividends, totaling $548 million in the same period.

Yes, Mastercard is involved in several ongoing legal and regulatory proceedings, notably U.S. merchant class litigation and European interchange fee investigations. The company has accrued $711 million for U.S. merchant litigations as of September 30, 2015. These proceedings pose potential risks to the company's operations and financial results.