Mastercard published a report via its Strive EU initiative, calling for targeted support to help Europe’s 25 million micro-businesses overcome digitalization barriers like funding shortages and complexity.

  • The report identifies four key priorities to boost competitiveness: strong partnerships, tailored funding, simplified regulations, and closing adoption gaps.
  • Mastercard (MA) shares are trading at $525.04 (-0.46%), underperforming broader market gains seen in the S&P 500 and Dow Jones.