06/02/2026
Mastercard just asked payment processors to split nearly $1 BILLION in losses after a Brazilian bank collapsed. Here's why every merchant should be paying attention 👇
When a processor's banking partner goes under, someone has to absorb the losses. And if that burden lands on your processor, it doesn't stay there — it can ripple downstream to the merchants they serve through tighter reserves, slower settlements, or sudden account changes.
Most business owners pick a payment processor based on pricing and ease of setup. Totally fair. But the financial stability of your processor is just as important as the deal they offer you.
A few things worth understanding before you sign:
✔️ Who are their banking partners?
✔️ How do they handle reserve requirements?
✔️ What protections are in place if their banking relationship changes?
We're not saying this will happen to your processor. We're saying it's a risk most merchants don't know to ask about — and now is a good time to start.
Want to talk through what to look for in a stable, transparent processing partner? We're here for that conversation.