MA

MA

Mastercard Inc
Financial Services
$499.62 +0.32% As of May 21, 9:00 PM
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Trade Idea

Strategy
Bull Call
Strikes
$495/500
Expiration
May 15
Target ROI
100.0%
Trade Reasoning
The technical indicators, particularly the rising MACD, signal a strong bullish momentum for MA, suggesting that prices are likely to continue their upward trajectory. The current stock price of $498.52 is close to the lower strike of $495, making this an optimal entry point to capitalize on potential gains while minimizing risk. The ATM bull call spread structure allows for a favorable risk/reward profile, as the limited risk from the spread provides an attractive return when MA rises above the higher strike of $500. Maya's edge comes from disciplined trade management—knowing when to exit is just as important as when to enter. Subscribe to get real-time open and close alerts that take the guesswork out of trading.
Bullish Factors
MACD Positive and Rising.

Technical Analysis

Breakout Alert: MA Squeeze Intensifies at $499.62

Neutral
May 21, 2026 at 9:00 PM $499.62 (+0.32%)

Shares of Mastercard Inc (MA) rose 0.32% to $499.62 on May 21.

From a technical standpoint, the outlook appears bullish:

Moving Averages Price hovers around the 9-day EMA ($498.54), while the 21-day ($500.26) provides a key reference.
Momentum RSI at 48.7 is in neutral territory but trending higher. MACD is bullish (-2.20 vs signal -2.56).
Volatility A 20-day TTM Squeeze suggests volatility is coiled and a breakout may be imminent.

The $485.13-$515.62 range defines near-term boundaries.

MA Bands Narrow to Multi-Week Lows at $498.04

Neutral
May 20, 2026 at 9:00 PM $498.04 (-0.34%)

Energy Building: MA Consolidates Tightly at $499.70

Neutral
May 19, 2026 at 9:00 PM $499.70 (-1.21%)

MA Coils in TTM Squeeze at $505.79, Breakout Imminent

Neutral
May 18, 2026 at 9:00 PM $505.79 (+2.35%)

MA Coiled Spring Ready to Release at $494.20

Neutral
May 17, 2026 at 2:08 AM $494.20 (+0.87%)
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Key Stats

Entry Price $2.50
Max Profit $2.50
Max Loss $2.50
Days to Exp -6
Trade Date Apr 6, 2026
Disclaimer: This analysis is for educational purposes only. Options trading involves substantial risk. Past performance does not guarantee future results.