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MercadoLibre posts strong Q2 growth, remains a buy despite recent stock lag in Latin America

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12 Oct 2026
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MercadoLibre posts strong Q2 growth, remains a buy despite recent stock lag in Latin America

MercadoLibre showed strong Q2 performance with 43% year-over-year net sales growth, $683 million operating income, and $214 million adjusted free cash flow, driven by growth in commerce and fintech in Brazil. The company plans to expand into quick commerce, pharmacy, and social commerce, with fintech payment volumes surpassing $100 billion. Despite risks like margin pressure, competition, credit growth, and currency volatility, MercadoLibre's long-term free cash flow yield and growth prospects make it an attractive investment. Recent underperformance relative to Latin American peers is overshadowed by renewed optimism following Brazil's pro-business election outcome.

As of Oct 12, 2026 17:31 WIB, MercadoLibre (MELI) trades on Pluang at USD 1,890.94 with a slight 1-day increase of 0.06%. The stock holds a market capitalization of $95.81 billion and an enterprise value of $103.46 billion, reflecting its significant presence in the consumer cyclical sector. Investors on Pluang typically hold MELI shares for about 117 days, indicating a moderate-term investment horizon.

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