Feb 28, 2019 / 01:45PM GMT
Sanjay Harkishin Sakhrani - Keefe, Bruyette, & Woods, Inc., Research Division - MD
We're going to get started here. Thank you. So joining us next, for the first time, is CEO of Mastercard, Ajay Banga. Thank you so much for joining us today. We're really excited to have you here. The outlook for Mastercard in 2019 over the next 3 years is very optimistic. And obviously, the backdrop is challenging but strong. I think that speaks to the underlying growth potential and durability of the business and, obviously, execution by the management team. So welcome -- please join me in welcoming Ajay Banga.
Questions and Answers:
Sanjay Harkishin Sakhrani - Keefe, Bruyette, & Woods, Inc., Research Division - MDMaybe first we start with the macro. Could you maybe share your thoughts on the macro environment and your outlook for 2019?
Ajaypal S. Banga - Mastercard Incorporated - President, CEO & Director
So first of all, thanks for having me. I didn't realize this is the first time I've come to one of your