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Visa and Mastercard stocks reach fresh highs as consumer demand holds

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Visa and Mastercard shares hit fresh records, a move that MarketWatch links to continued strength in aggregate consumer spending.

The outlet said overall spending remains solid even as shoppers are becoming more selective about what they buy, suggesting resilience but with more scrutiny on purchases.

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MarketWatchVisa and Mastercard stocks hit fresh records, underscoring a resilient U.S. consumer
MarketWatchVisa and Mastercard stocks hit fresh records, underscoring a resilient U.S. consumer

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