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Here's Why MasterCard Absolutely Crushed the Market in 2013

MasterCard continues to hit all-time high after all-time high, but is this run-up only a short-term phenomenon, or can the stock continue to deliver?

By Matt Koppenheffer and David Hanson – Jan 2, 2014 at 7:38AM EST

In this special "Best and Worst 2013" edition of The Motley Fool's everything-financials show, Where the Money Is, banking analysts David Hanson and Matt Koppenheffer tell viewers why MasterCard (MA 1.84%) crushed the market in 2013 and could be poised to continue producing strong returns. A huge market-beater since its IPO, MasterCard charged higher this year as revenue growth continued, and the company boosted its dividend.

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Matt Koppenheffer
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Mastercard Stock Quote
Mastercard
NYSE: MA
$490.62
(-1.84%)-$9.19
Visa Stock Quote
Visa
NYSE: V
$320.96
(-1.67%)-$5.46

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