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Holiday shoppers are getting intentional - planning earlier, shopping smarter and stretching their budgets with loyalty rewards, big sale moments and a little help from AI.   Our first-ever Shopper Snapshot highlights how consumers are balancing value, experience and joy this season as they cross off items on their list.    Explore the full insights in our newsroom piece: https://lnkd.in/exraWtdZ #HolidayShopping #HolidayTrends #Insights #AI

Join us for a dynamic, live conversation exploring how the circular economy is shifting towards mainstream. Featuring featuring Ingka Group, Walmart, and Mastercard chief sustainability officers Karen Pflug, Kathleen McLaughlin, and Ellen Jackowski in conversation with Modern Retail's Melissa Daniels, this session will unpack how leading companies are introducing solutions for everyday life—making circular options more seamless and valuable for consumers. Moving from a linear to a circular economy isn't just about sustainability. It is about building resilient business models for the future. The question is no longer why, but how we scale it. At Mastercard, we believe the digital infrastructure that powers global transactions can make reuse, repair, and recycling as effortless as single-use for consumers and a value-driver for businesses.

SMEs are driving global growth—but cross-border payments haven’t kept pace. Delays, hidden costs, and complexity can hold businesses back. Banks have a unique opportunity to change that by delivering faster, smarter, and more predictable payment experiences. Discover how Mastercard Move is partnering with banks to remove friction and unlock opportunity for SMEs in this Financial Times feature: https://lnkd.in/eUY49kiv #SMEs #CrossBorderPayments #DigitalTransformation #MastercardMove

In Episode 5 of Mastercard’s “Anatomy of a Scam” documentary series, we revisit Kirsty’s story as she confronts the reality of being scammed and starts her journey toward recovery with the support of her family. Experts Dr Elisabeth Carter, Anna Rowe, and Nick Sharp delve deeper into the dangers of romance scams, offering actionable insights to help you protect yourself online. Don’t miss this important conversation about recognizing and preventing online scams. If you spot something suspicious, act quickly: contact your bank to secure your accounts, file a police report, and report the fraud to appropriate government authority. #AnatomyOfAScam #FraudPrevention #OnlineSafety

This week’s Inside the Circles breaks down the Mastercard Economics Institute’s new Economic Outlook 2026 — where the big headlines of 2025 give way to the real-world results shaping growth next year. Despite uncertainty, the institute forecasts 3.1% global GDP growth and highlights three key factors steering the year ahead. We’re also diving into the six payment trends redefining how money moves, spotlight a new Anatomy of a Scam episode on romance fraud, and share fresh insights on travel, holiday markets and how AI is powering smarter offers. #MastercardEconomicsInstitute #PaymentTrends #Cybersecurity #AI 

Progress in financial inclusion is real, but so are the vulnerabilities. Helena Leurent, director general of Consumers International, and Shamina Singh, president of the Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth shares how advancing transparency and protection to ensure no community is left behind can build resilience, with the Mastercard Newsroom. Read more: https://lnkd.in/erUDD7q2 #FinancialInclusion #DigitalFinance

We’re proud to share we’ve placed on Fortune’s list of Best Workplaces for Parents 2025! 🎉 At Mastercard, we believe in supporting your life, including your family. We offer generous benefit programs, resources, and policies designed to help you thrive holistically using global standards to ensure the wellbeing of our employees and their loved ones.   #WeAreMastercard #BestWorkplaces

As the holiday season hits its stride, cybersecurity remains top of mind for small businesses navigating higher transaction volumes and new digital threats. 💡Here’s what we found: 88% of SMEs are open to implementing new cybersecurity solutions — but many are held back by cost, complexity, and choice overload. They’re motivated by resilience, regulatory compliance, and growth — but they need help finding the right fit. Let’s make cybersecurity simple, scalable, and accessible for every small business. Read more in our latest research: https://lnkd.in/ePt2Ntte

From Tokyo to the world 🌏 Our Director of Accessibility, Andre, is at #Sync25 sharing why International Day of Persons with Disabilities matters and what true accessibility means at Mastercard. When we design for inclusion, everyone wins. We're building a workplace where everyone can thrive and realize their full potential. Interested in joining our team? Explore open positions: https://lnkd.in/eGyqDqwc #WeAreMastercard #IDPD #Accessibility #InclusiveDesign #Sync25Tokyo

The Citi Strata Elite℠ card is designed to bring cardmembers closer to their passions and our recent Miami experience was a perfect example of that promise in action.   From the city’s vibrant energy to an unforgettable evening, cardmembers enjoyed exclusive access to: 🍴 A bespoke menu curated by award-winning Chef Chef Adrianne Calvo 🍸 Signature cocktails crafted by Death & Co® 🎤 A special appearance by global icon J Balvin 🎨 Live art by contemporary artist Sophie Tea, donated to our collaborators at Stand Up To Cancer   This celebration showcased how CitiStrata Elite℠ and Mastercard deliver Priceless Experiences across dining, culture, art, and music, bringing cardmembers closer to what they love most.   👉 Learn more about Citi Strata Elite℠: https://lnkd.in/ejctBQrc