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MercadoLibre Inc. (MELI) Stock

MercadoLibre Inc. Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

MercadoLibre Inc. (MELI), a prominent company in the trade & services sector within the services-business services, nec industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NASDAQ.Currently, the stock is trading at $2,362.56. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $1,579.78 and $2,645.22. This places the current price at 89.3% of its 52-week high and 49.5% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 278,622. The 14-day Relative Strength Index (RSI) stands at 41.50, suggesting neutral conditions. The stock is currently trading below its 50-day moving average of $2,482.42 by 4.83%. Similarly, it is above its 200-day moving average of $2,120.71 by 11.40%. The MACD histogram is -6.25, indicating bearish momentum (MACD Line: -25.01, Signal Line: -18.76). The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US58733R1023. There is currently 1 active alert set for MELI by users.

Market Cap

$129.79B

52-Week High

$2,645.22

-10.69% from high

52-Week Low

$1,579.78

+49.55% from low

Avg Daily Volume

397,478

100-day average

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

62.90

Above market average

Forward P/E

49.51

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

1.66

Reasonably valued

Price to Book

25.94

EV/EBITDA

38.69

EPS (TTM)

$40.70

Price to Sales

5.80

Beta

1.51

More volatile than market

How is MELI valued relative to its earnings and growth?
MercadoLibre Inc. trades at a P/E ratio of 62.90, which is above the market average of approximately 20. This premium valuation suggests investors expect above-average growth or the company has competitive advantages justifying the higher multiple. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 49.51 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 1.66 indicates reasonable value when growth is considered.
What is MELI's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 1.51, MercadoLibre Inc. is significantly more volatile than the market. For every 10% market move, this stock tends to move 15% in the same direction. Higher beta stocks offer greater potential returns but with increased risk. The price-to-book ratio of 25.94 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

9.21%

Operating Margin

13.10%

Return on Equity

49.10%

Return on Assets

7.74%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

37.00%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

43.70%

How profitable and efficient is MELI's business model?
MercadoLibre Inc. achieves a profit margin of 9.21%, meaning it retains $9.21 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This represents a solid margin typical of well-run businesses, showing the company can effectively balance revenue generation with cost control. The operating margin of 13.10% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 49.10% and ROA at 7.74%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
What are MELI's recent growth trends?
MercadoLibre Inc.'s revenue grew by 37.00% year-over-year, representing robust expansion that significantly outpaces typical market growth rates. This strong top-line performance suggests the company is successfully capturing market share or benefiting from favorable industry trends. Earnings increased by 43.70% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against SERVICES-BUSINESS SERVICES, NEC industry averages for proper context.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

50.70M

Book Value/Share

$98.70

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is MELI's market capitalization and position?
MercadoLibre Inc. has a market capitalization of $129.79B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 50.70M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a major player in the SERVICES-BUSINESS SERVICES, NEC industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does MELI's price compare to its book value?
MercadoLibre Inc.'s book value per share is $98.70, while the current stock price is $2,362.56, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 23.94. This high P/B ratio indicates significant intangible assets, strong brand value, or high growth expectations. Technology and consumer brand companies often trade at elevated P/B ratios due to intellectual property and competitive advantages not reflected on the balance sheet. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$2,772.21

17.34% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

6

Buy

15

Hold

2

Sell

0

Strong Sell

1

How reliable are analyst predictions for MELI?
24 analysts cover MELI with 88% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The strong bullish consensus may already be priced in. The consensus target of $2,772.21 implies 17.3% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on MELI?
Current analyst recommendations:6 Strong Buy, 15 Buy, 2 Hold, 01 Strong Sell. The bullish tilt suggests optimism about future prospects, though investors should conduct independent research.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Jul 1, 2025, 04:22 AM

Earnings Dates

Upcoming Earnings

Q2

Jul 30, 2025

Est. EPS: $12.38

In 4 days

Recent Earnings History

DateQuarterEstimated EPSActual EPSSurprise
May 7, 2025Q1$8.33$9.74+16.9%
Feb 20, 2025Q4$8.05$12.61+56.6%
Nov 6, 2024Q3$9.85$7.83-20.5%
Aug 1, 2024Q2$8.53$10.48+22.9%
May 2, 2024Q1$6.03$6.78+12.4%
Feb 22, 2024Q4$7.08$3.25-54.1%
Nov 1, 2023Q3$5.86$7.16+22.2%
Aug 2, 2023Q2$4.54$5.16+13.7%

Technical Indicators

RSI (14-day)

41.50

Neutral

50-Day Moving Average

$2,482.42

-4.83% below MA-50

200-Day Moving Average

$2,120.71

11.40% above MA-200

MACD Line

-25.01

MACD Signal

-18.76

MACD Histogram

-6.25

Bearish

What does MELI's RSI value tell investors?
The RSI (Relative Strength Index) for MELI is currently 41.50, indicating the stock is in neutral territory (40-60 range). Neither buyers nor sellers have clear control, suggesting consolidation or balanced market forces. Combined with the price being below the 50-day moving average, this confirms bearish conditions.
How should traders interpret MELI's MACD and moving average crossovers?
MACD analysis shows the MACD line at -25.01 below the signal line at -18.76, with histogram at -6.25. This bearish crossover indicates downward pressure. The wide histogram confirms strong momentum. The 50-day MA ($2,482.42) is above the 200-day MA ($2,120.71), forming a golden cross pattern that typically signals a long-term uptrend. Price is currently between the MAs, suggesting transition.

Indicators last updated: Jul 26, 2025, 12:34 AM

Active Alerts

Alert Condition
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Threshold
$1,500.00
Created
Mar 7, 2025, 09:50 AM

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