Visa Stock Extends Post-Earnings Climb Amid Strong Q3 FY26 Results

Visa's stock continued its post-earnings climb after delivering stronger-than-expected results for Q3 FY26. The company reported revenue of $11.63 billion and net profit of $5.63 billion, both in U.S. dollars. This represents a revenue increase of 14.4% year over year and a net profit growth of approximately 6.8%. Analysts had expected earnings per share of $3.23, but Visa actually delivered EPS of $3.32 for the quarter ended June 30, 2026.

Visa's revenue growth was driven by higher payment volumes as consumers and businesses shift transactions away from cash and checks toward cards and digital wallets. The company also continues to expand its offerings in value-added services, including risk solutions, tokenization technology, and advisory services for financial institutions and merchants.

The positive reaction to Visa's earnings release is reflected in the stock price, which rose 1.51% from the prior session to close at $364.84 on the New York Stock Exchange as of August 13, 2026. Analyst commentary supports the growth story, with some firms maintaining a Buy rating and price targets ranging up to $450.