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Capital One's fourth-quarter profit jumps on interest income boost

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U.S. holiday retail sales up 3.8% - Mastercard

U.S. retail sales grew 3.8% in the holiday season, driven by consumer demand and value-seeking behaviors, with online sales rising faster than in-store purchases.

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Last-minute shopping boosts holiday sales above prior forecast, Mastercard says

Last-minute holiday shopping surged online, with apparel, electronics, and jewelry leading sales. Spending increased 3.8%, reflecting consumer confidence amid promotions and digital shopping trends.

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Bybit One-Click Buy Offers a Winning Chance in FIrst-Time Deposits Lucky Draws

Bybit launches a campaign offering first-time depositors rewards, including 0.1 BTC, to encourage new users to join the crypto trading platform.

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25 US stocks for 2025: UBS's highest conviction calls

UBS Research lists its top 25 U.S. stock picks for 2025, highlighting firms in various sectors expected to see growth due to strategic moves and market trends.

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Mastercard board approves $12 billion share buyback program

Mastercard approved a $12 billion share repurchase program and increased its quarterly dividend from 66 cents to 76 cents per share.

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Mastercard unveils new $12B stock buyback program; hikes quarterly dividend

Mastercard announced a $12 billion stock buyback and raised its quarterly dividend by 15%, effective February 2025, following the completion of its previous $11 billion program.

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After-hours movers: MasterCard, Lamb Weston, CommScope and more

MasterCard, CommScope, Corvus Pharma, and Worthington Industries saw gains, while Lamb Weston fell due to acquisition concerns. Strong earnings led to price increases for some companies.

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Mastercard to buy back up to $12 billion shares

Mastercard announces $12 billion share repurchase and raises its quarterly dividend to 76 cents, effective after current $11 billion program completion.

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NZ Commerce Commission cuts local companies' fees for Visa, Mastercard payments

New Zealand's Commerce Commission proposed a fee reduction for Visa and Mastercard, potentially saving businesses NZ$260 million annually and urging savings to be passed to consumers.