Visa and Mastercard are two of the largest credit card networks, powering over 85% of credit card transactions nationwide. Chances are, you already carry one in your wallet. But what sets them apart?

Visa Inc (NYSE:V) and Mastercard Inc (NYSE:MA) are two of the biggest players in the U.S. credit card space. While Visa is reporting fourth-quarter (Q4) earnings on Jan. 25, Mastercard is reporting on ...

Because Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted, you should pick the card with the best perks and benefits based on your spending habits. Each card issuer can decide which perks to offer, so read the ...