Feb 13, 2017 by Matthew CochraneLet Your Valentine Steal Your Heart -- but Not Your MoneyLove is in the air every Valentine's Day, but not all suitors have pure intentions. Here's what to watch out for to ensure you don't fall victim to this romance scam.
Feb 13, 2017 by Matthew CochraneWhy India, Not China, is Mastercard's Biggest International Growth OpportunityFor years, China has blocked and stifled Mastercard and Visa from operating within the country. Meanwhile, India is pushing its country towards digital payments in a big way.
Feb 11, 2017 by Matthew CochraneSmooth Integration with Visa Europe Fuels Another Strong Quarter for Visa IncInvestors in Visa Inc had lots of reasons to celebrate when the company reported another strong quarter. But no reason was bigger or better than new CEO Kelly's handling of the integration with Visa Europe.
Feb 6, 2017 by Matthew CochranePayPal's One Touch Is Driving Mobile GrowthIn PayPal's most recent conference call, management made it clear mobile commerce was the wave of the future. Here's why PayPal believes this macro trend plays to its strengths.
Feb 5, 2017 by Matthew CochraneMastercard's Quest for the Holy Grail of PaymentsThe race is heating up in the payments industry to find a way to marry convenience with security. Here's why one innovative credit card giant might be in the lead.
Feb 4, 2017 by Matthew CochraneDon't Let This Scam Steal Your RetirementThe latest email phishing scam targets your broker. Here's how the scheme works and what you can do.
Feb 1, 2017 by Matthew CochraneDiscovering Value in this Under-the-Radar Credit Card CompanyDiscover Financial Services reported a solid quarter that saw across-the-board loan portfolio growth. Is it time to "discover" this stock for your portfolio?
Jan 29, 2017 by Matthew CochraneHow Writing Personal Checks Can Expose You to FraudWriting checks is just as risky as most new payment methods. Here's what you can do to reduce your chances of becoming a victim.
Jan 27, 2017 by Matthew CochraneAmerican Express' 3 Step Plan to Get Back on TrackAmerican Express management is scrambling to recover from losing the rights to issue Costco's co-brand card. Here are three different ways they hope to accomplish this.
Jan 25, 2017 by Matthew CochraneAmerican Express: Signs of Life Amidst the Costco RubbleAmerican Express reported earnings this week that were largely a mixed bag. Shareholders must now figure out what's next for the troubled credit card giant.
Jan 24, 2017 by Matthew CochraneHow PayPal's Partnerships Can Drive GrowthMuch attention has been paid to PayPal's recent deals with credit card giants Mastercard and Visa. But that doesn't mean some of its lesser-covered deals can't also drive growth.
Jan 24, 2017 by Matthew Cochrane3 Concerns for Square Inc Investors in 2017Square showed phenomenal revenue growth in 2016, but that doesn't mean there's only blue skies ahead. Here are three potential developments for shareholders to watch out for this year.
Jan 23, 2017 by Matthew CochranePayPal Discovers a New PartnerPayPal entered into a partnership with Discover, the major credit card issuer, last week. Here's how shareholders of both companies stand to benefit.
Jan 22, 2017 by Matthew CochraneDon't Get Robbed at the PumpFraudsters are planting card skimming devices inside gas pumps to steal your credit card information. Here's how the scam works and how to avoid it.
Jan 19, 2017 by Matthew CochraneThe 3 Biggest Challenges Awaiting Visa's New CEOVisa is a blue chip stock that any investor can be proud to own, but that doesn't mean the company is not facing any tests. Here are the three biggest trials the company is facing right now.
Jan 15, 2017 by Matthew CochraneInvestors Should Take Facebook's E-commerce Plans SeriouslyFacebook Inc has taken several steps in recent years that suggest the social-media giant could possibly be moving into both payments services and e-commerce. Investors should pay attention.
Jan 11, 2017 by Matthew Cochrane3 Catalysts for PayPal Holdings Inc in 2017PayPal rewarded shareholders in 2016 with decent gains. Given these three potential catalysts, its performance this year might be even better.
Jan 7, 2017 by Matthew Cochrane3 Ways Square Inc Is Innovating the Payments IndustryHere are three ways Square is breathing new life into what has been, at times, a technologically-stagnant industry.
Jan 6, 2017 by Matthew Cochrane2 Numbers PayPal Investors Should WatchRecent partnerships with Mastercard and Visa will increase PayPal's market presence and revenue. But will it also pressure the company's margins?
Jan 4, 2017 by Matthew CochraneWhy Mastercard's Artificial Intelligence-Based Tech to Fight Fraud MattersA little over a year ago, Mastercard Inc. lost one of its biggest card-issuing clients to Visa. The company hopes that by offering more services and features to its customers, that won't happen again.
