Visa Inc Profit Margin
Data as of September 29, 2026
Profit Margin (TTM)
50.8%
Revenue (TTM)
$43.76B
Sector
Financial Services
Ticker
V
How It's Calculated
What This Means
Visa Inc's profit margin of 50.8% is strong, indicating the company retains a large share of revenue as net income.
About Visa Inc
Visa Inc (V) operates in the Financial Services sector, specifically in Financial Services. With a market capitalization of about $689.65B, it ranks as a mega-cap stock — one of the largest publicly traded companies.
Shares recently traded near $367.74, within a 52-week range of $293.89 to $385.57 (-4.6% from the high, +25.1% from the low). Beta of 0.83 is broadly in line with typical market sensitivity.
Trailing profit margin is about 50.8%, signaling a strong profit margin relative to many peers.
Understanding This Metric
Profit margin connects income-statement quality to valuation. For Visa Inc, trailing margin summarizes how much revenue converts to net profit after costs. In Financial Services, margins differ by business model — software and services often run higher margins than capital-intensive industries. Track margin trends across quarters; a stable or improving margin can support earnings durability, while sharp declines may warrant deeper review of guidance and competition.
Using This Number in Practice
At about 50.8% trailing profit margin, Visa Inc (V) suggests strong pricing power or cost discipline versus many large-cap peers. For large revenue bases, even a one-point margin move can shift earnings materially, so trend matters as much as the spot reading.
When comparing V to alternatives, combine margin with return on equity, revenue growth, and valuation. Use our margin calculator for scenario work, and browse the V metrics hub plus sector peers in the comparison section above.
Sector Comparison
Among Financial Services names on our S&P 100 coverage, Visa Inc's profit margin of 50.8% can be compared with peers such as BRK-B (22.3%), MA (46.3%), MS (15.7%). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Financial Services stocks.
Key Takeaways
- V is grouped in the Financial Services sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 0.83 suggests lower-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 50.8% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is V's profit margin?
Trailing profit margin measures net income as a percent of revenue. Visa Inc's margin is about 50.8% on this snapshot — higher margins often support stronger valuation multiples in Financial Services.
Is 50.8% strong for Financial Services?
Peers in Financial Services such as MA (46.3%), SCHW (34.0%), BRK-B (22.3%) help benchmark V's 50.8%. Margins vary by sub-industry and accounting cycle.
How often is profit margin updated?
Margins update after quarterly earnings; price-only fields refresh on trading days. Data as of September 29, 2026.
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