The perennial market-beater isn't beating the market right now. Visa (V -0.48%) has historically been a market-beating stock, but it's trailing the S&P 500 index during some recent periods, including so far in 2024. Does that mean it's past its prime, and you should pass it over? Not so fast. Let's see what's going on and whether it's worthwhile to buy or hold on to Visa stock right now. Why Visa usually beats the market Visa is a powerhouse company that plays an important role in the world economy. It has ...