Mercadolibre, Inc. (MELI)
NASDAQ:MELI
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MELI Stock Chart & Stats
$1855.83
-$21.76(-1.23%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$1855.83
-$21.76(-1.23%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$1,495.00 - $2,645.22
Previous CloseN/A
Volume163.59K
Average Volume (3M)606.24K
Market Cap
$85.96B
Enterprise Value$94.63B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$5.46B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$12.35B
Price to Earnings (P/E)44.8
Beta0.89
Next Earnings
Aug 05, 2026EPS Estimate
8.74Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)37.88
Shares Outstanding50,697,180
10 Day Avg. Volume549,283
30 Day Avg. Volume606,241
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio11.34
Price to Book (P/B)15.13
Price to Sales (P/S)3.53
P/FCF Ratio9.48
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.10
Enterprise Value/Revenue2.98
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit6.78
Enterprise Value/Ebitda28.22
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$2,191.43Price Target Upside18.08% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering14
EPS Forecast (FY)39.35
Revenue Forecast (FY)$40.30B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Strong Cash GenerationVery large and growing operating and free cash flow provide durable financial flexibility: supports continued reinvestment in logistics and fintech, funds provisions and card issuance, reduces refinancing dependence, and underpins the company’s ability to pursue long-term growth initiatives.
Large, Growing Revenue ScaleSustained high revenue growth and scale create structural advantages: broader marketplace liquidity, stronger ad monetization, merchandising leverage and bargaining power with logistics partners. Scale supports investment payoffs and makes fixed-cost absorption easier as growth continues.
Fintech Network EffectsRapid fintech expansion deepens user engagement and monetizable payments volume: larger MAUs, AUM and credit book increase cross-sell, wallet stickiness and non-transaction revenue opportunities, creating durable network effects that reinforce marketplace demand and lifetime customer value.
Bears Say
Deliberate Margin CompressionAn intentional 'invest-first' strategy can meaningfully depress operating margins for an extended period; persistent lower margins reduce near-term free cash conversion per dollar revenue and leave less buffer for shocks, making long-term returns sensitive to execution and payback timing.
Rising Provisions And Credit CostRapid credit growth and higher provisioning create structural earnings headwinds: upfront losses on new credit (cards), immature cohorts and longer loan durations compress NIMs and require elevated reserves, meaning credit profitability may lag until cohorts season and credit-risk models prove resilient.
Historical Leverage VolatilityAlthough leverage is currently healthier, prior swings show the capital structure can change materially with growth or market stress. That volatility implies potential funding or refinancing risk if the company accelerates credit origination or M&A, requiring close monitoring of balance-sheet policy.
Mercadolibre News
MELI FAQ
What was Mercadolibre, Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Mercadolibre, Inc. lowest stock price was $1495.00 and its highest was $2645.22 in the past 12 months.
What is Mercadolibre, Inc.’s market cap?
Mercadolibre, Inc.’s market cap is $85.96B.
When is Mercadolibre, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Mercadolibre, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 05, 2026 which is in 66 days.
How were Mercadolibre, Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
Mercadolibre, Inc. released its earnings results on May 07, 2026. The company reported $8.23 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $8.502 by -$0.272.
Is Mercadolibre, Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Mercadolibre, Inc.’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Mercadolibre, Inc. pay dividends?
Mercadolibre, Inc. pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.15 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Mercadolibre, Inc. dividends here
What is Mercadolibre, Inc.’s EPS estimate?
Mercadolibre, Inc.’s EPS estimate is 8.74.
How many shares outstanding does Mercadolibre, Inc. have?
Mercadolibre, Inc. has 50,697,180 shares outstanding.
What happened to Mercadolibre, Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Mercadolibre, Inc. reported an EPS of $8.23 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of $8.502. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -12.7%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Mercadolibre, Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in MELI
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Mercadolibre Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$2,191.43 (18.08% Upside)
$2,191.43 (18.08% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
MELI Sentiment 70%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 549.1K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth $1.1M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 0.6%
Last 30 Days ▲ 0.4%
Last 30 Days ▲ 0.4%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 99%
Bearish news 8%
Bearish news 8%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-33.38%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
29.58%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
69.55%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Mercadolibre, Inc.
MercadoLibre, Inc. operates online commerce platforms in Latin America. It operates Mercado Libre Marketplace, an automated online commerce platform that enables businesses, merchants, and individuals to list merchandise and conduct sales and purchases online; and Mercado Pago FinTech platform, a financial technology solution platform, which facilitates transactions on and off its marketplaces by providing a mechanism that allows its users to send and receive payments online, as well as allows users to transfer money through their websites or on the apps. The company also offers Mercado Fondo that allows users to invest funds deposited in their Mercado Pago accounts; Mercado Credito, which extends loans to certain merchants and consumers; and Mercado Envios logistics solution that enables sellers on its platform to utilize third-party carriers and other logistics service providers, as well as fulfillment and warehousing services for sellers. In addition, it provides Mercado Libre Classifieds, an online classified listing service, where users can list and purchase motor vehicles, real estate, and services; Mercado Libre Ads, an advertising platform, which enables large retailers and brands to promote their products and services on the Internet; and Mercado Shops, an online storefronts solution that enables users to set-up, manage, and promote their own digital stores. MercadoLibre, Inc. was incorporated in 1999 and is headquartered in Montevideo, Uruguay.
MELI Company Deck
MELI Earnings Call
Q1 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call presents a strongly positive operational and top-line picture—49% revenue growth, robust GMV and fintech expansion, significant improvements in logistics efficiency and record engagement metrics. Management acknowledges deliberate near-term margin pressure driven by accelerated investments (free shipping, 1P/CBT, credit card scale) and higher upfront provisions as the credit book grows and loan durations extend. While provisioning and NIM compression (especially in Brazil) are meaningful near-term headwinds, management frames these as intentional, disciplined investments with improving cohort performance and long-term payoff.View all MELI earnings summariesMELI Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$2,191.43
▲(18.08% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
0.18% Insiders
23.89% Mutual Funds
41.76% Other Institutional Investors
25.09% Public Companies and Individual Investors