MercadoLibre, Inc.
MELIConsumer CyclicalNASDAQInternet Retail · Last scanned Jul 18, 2026
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Daily timeframeMercadoLibre, Inc. operates online commerce platforms in Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, and internationally. The company carries a $91.96B market cap, placing it firmly in the large-cap category. The company operates Mercado Libre Marketplace, an online commerce platform that can be accessed through mobile app or website; and Mercado Pago, a financial technology solution platform, which offers comprehensive set of financial technology services to users and other users of its e-commerce platform.
Market Cap
$91.96B
Beta
1.34
P/E (TTM)
49.02
P/E (Fwd)
31.08
EPS (TTM)
$37.00
EPS (Fwd)
$58.36
ROE
31.3%
ROA
5.1%
Cash
$5.66B
Total Debt
$12.38B
Free CF
-$4.10B
52W Change
-24.9%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
On the balance sheet, MELI has $5.66B in cash with $12.38B in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. The company is burning cash, with free cash flow at -$4.10B. This typically occurs when a company is investing aggressively in growth, but sustained cash burn can strain the balance sheet. ROE of 31.3% points to exceptionally high capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. An ROA of 5.1% suggests reasonable efficiency in deploying the company's asset base. Revenue has grown from $10.78B (2022) to $28.89B (2025), reflecting a 168% increase over the period.
Negative free cash flow means the company is currently spending more than it generates, which may require future fundraising or debt if the trend continues. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing MELI.