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ISIN
US58733R1023
CUSIP
58733R102
IPO Date
Aug 10, 2007

Highlights

Market Cap
$80.29B
Enterprise Value
$68.04B
EPS (TTM)
$37.87
PE Ratio
41.82
PEG Ratio
0.25
Total Revenue (TTM)
$30.67B
Gross Profit (TTM)
$13.95B
EBITDA (TTM)
$3.11B
Year Range
$1,495.00 - $2,645.22
Target Price
$2,271.43
ROA (TTM)
4.09%
ROE (TTM)
26.37%

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Performance

MELI Performance Chart

MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI) is down 21.4% since the beginning of the year. At $1,584 per share, MELI is trading 40.1% below its 52-week high of $2,645. Investors who bought $1,000 worth of MELI shares 5 years ago would now be looking at an investment worth $1,027.


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S&P 500 Index

Returns By Period

MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI) has returned -21.38% so far this year and -35.44% over the past 12 months. Looking at the last ten years, MELI has achieved an annualized return of 28.27%, outperforming the S&P 500 Index benchmark, which averaged 13.71% per year.


MercadoLibre, Inc.

1D
-0.36%
1M
-4.85%
YTD
-21.38%
6M
-20.62%
1Y
-35.44%
3Y*
8.89%
5Y*
0.53%
10Y*
28.27%

Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)

1D
-1.44%
1M
-1.45%
YTD
7.60%
6M
6.59%
1Y
22.24%
3Y*
19.20%
5Y*
11.54%
10Y*
13.71%
*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

MELI Monthly Returns History

Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Aug 10, 2007, MELI's average daily return is +0.15%, while the average monthly return is +3.03%. At this rate, an investment would double in approximately 1.9 years.

Historically, 55% of months were positive and 45% were negative. The best month was Dec 2007 with a return of +74.2%, while the worst month was Jan 2008 at -49.9%. The longest winning streak lasted 8 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 4 months.

On a daily basis, MELI closed higher 52% of trading days. The best single day was Dec 8, 2008 with a return of +36.0%, while the worst single day was Jan 28, 2008 at -21.2%.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
20266.63%-18.17%-1.62%3.68%-5.41%-6.60%-21.38%
202513.04%10.39%-8.06%19.48%9.97%1.96%-9.17%4.17%-5.50%-0.41%-10.98%-2.78%18.46%
20248.93%-6.81%-5.22%-3.52%18.30%-4.76%1.55%23.53%-0.47%-0.72%-2.55%-14.34%8.20%
202339.64%3.24%8.04%-3.08%-3.01%-4.39%4.51%10.85%-7.61%-2.14%30.60%-3.02%85.71%
2022-16.04%-0.48%5.58%-18.15%-19.28%-18.96%27.77%5.12%-3.22%8.92%3.26%-9.10%-37.24%
20216.23%-7.95%-10.13%6.71%-13.51%14.66%0.70%19.04%-10.07%-11.81%-19.76%13.46%-19.51%

Benchmark Metrics

MercadoLibre, Inc. has an annualized alpha of 24.49%, beta of 1.49, and R2 of 0.29 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since August 10, 2007.

  • This stock captured 210.95% of S&P 500 Index gains and 124.54% of its losses - amplifying both gains and losses, but participating more in upside than downside.
  • R2 of 0.29 means this stock moves largely independently of S&P 500 Index - capture ratios reflect limited market correlation rather than active downside protection. Consider using a more representative benchmark.

Alpha
24.49%
Beta
1.49
0.29
Upside Capture
210.95%
Downside Capture
124.54%

Return for Risk

Risk / Return Rank

MELI ranks 8 for risk / return — in the bottom 8% of stocks on our site. This means you're taking on significantly more risk than the returns justify. Consider whether the potential upside is worth the volatility, or explore alternatives with better risk / return profiles.


MELI Risk / Return Rank: 88
Overall Rank
MELI Sharpe Ratio Rank: 77
Sharpe Ratio Rank
MELI Sortino Ratio Rank: 1010
Sortino Ratio Rank
MELI Omega Ratio Rank: 1010
Omega Ratio Rank
MELI Calmar Ratio Rank: 88
Calmar Ratio Rank
MELI Martin Ratio Rank: 77
Martin Ratio Rank
The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

Return / Risk — by metrics

The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI) and compare them to S&P 500 Index.

Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.


MELIBenchmarkDifference
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility

-2.68

Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk

-3.59

Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability

0.85

1.32

-0.47

Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown

-0.87

2.46

-3.33

Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown

-1.48

10.92

-12.40

Dividends

Dividend History

MercadoLibre, Inc. provided a 0.00% dividend yield over the last twelve months, with an annual payout of $0.00 per share.


0.00%0.10%0.20%0.30%0.40%$0.00$0.10$0.20$0.30$0.40$0.50$0.6020152016201720182019202020212022202320242025
Dividends
Dividend Yield
PeriodTTM20252024202320222021202020192018201720162015
Dividend$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.60$0.60$0.41

Dividend yield

0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.19%0.38%0.36%

Monthly Dividends

The table displays the monthly dividend distributions for MercadoLibre, Inc.. The dividends shown in the table have been adjusted to account for any splits that may have occurred.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
2026$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00
2025$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00
2024$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00
2023$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00
2022$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00
2021$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00$0.00

Drawdowns

Drawdowns Chart

The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.


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Worst Drawdowns

The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the MercadoLibre, Inc.. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.

The maximum drawdown for the MercadoLibre, Inc. was 89.49%, occurring on Nov 20, 2008. Recovery took 592 trading sessions.

The current MercadoLibre, Inc. drawdown is 39.41%.


Related event

Drawdown

Fall

Recovery

Underwater

Financial crisis2007–2009
-89.49%Nov 2008
10mo 25d2y 4mo
3y 3moDec 2007 - Mar 2011
Bear market2022
-69.12%Jun 2022
1y 4mo2y 2mo
3y 6moJan 2021 - Aug 2024
2011 bear market2011
-46.15%Oct 2011
5mo 3d2mo 4d
7mo 7dMay 2011 - Dec 2011
2016 bear market2016
-43.49%Feb 2016
9mo 10d5mo 12d
1y 2moMay 2015 - Jul 2016
2014 bear market2014
-43.45%May 2014
7mo11mo 14d
1y 6moOct 2013 - Apr 2015

Drawdown Indicators


MELIBenchmarkDifference

Max Drawdown

Largest peak-to-trough decline

-89.49%

-56.78%

-32.71%

Max Drawdown (1Y)

Largest decline over 1 year

-40.82%

-9.10%

-31.72%

Max Drawdown (3Y)

Largest decline over 3 years

-40.82%

-18.90%

-21.92%

Max Drawdown (5Y)

Largest decline over 5 years

-68.64%

-25.43%

-43.21%

Max Drawdown (10Y)

Largest decline over 10 years

-69.12%

-33.92%

-35.20%

Current Drawdown

Current decline from peak

-39.41%

-3.21%

-36.20%

Average Drawdown

Average peak-to-trough decline

-23.60%

-10.71%

-12.89%

Ulcer Index

Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks

23.96%

2.04%

+21.92%

Volatility

Volatility Chart

The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.


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Financials

Financial Performance

The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of MercadoLibre, Inc. over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.


Annual
Quarterly

0.0

Valuation

The Valuation section provides an overview of how MercadoLibre, Inc. is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Internet Retail industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.


PE Ratio

The chart displays the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio for MELI, comparing it with other companies in the Internet Retail industry. Currently, MELI has a P/E ratio of 41.8. This P/E ratio is significantly higher than those of industry peers. This could indicate that the stock is overvalued or that investors expect strong future growth.

PEG Ratio

The chart shows the Price/Earnings to Growth (PEG) ratio for MELI compared to other companies in the Internet Retail industry. MELI currently has a PEG ratio of 0.2. This PEG ratio is close to the industry average, suggesting the stock’s valuation is balanced against its growth outlook.

PS Ratio

This chart shows the Price-to-Sales (P/S) ratio for MELI relative to other companies in the Internet Retail industry. Currently, MELI has a P/S ratio of 2.6. This P/S ratio is high relative to other companies in the industry. It could mean the stock is overvalued, or that investors expect strong future growth and profitability.

PB Ratio

The chart illustrates the Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio for MELI in comparison with other companies in the Internet Retail industry. Currently, MELI has a P/B value of 11.0. This P/B ratio is higher than most companies in the industry. It may suggest the stock is overvalued or that investors expect the company to generate high returns on its assets.

Income Statement



TTM
Revenue

Total Revenue

Cost Of Revenue

Gross Profit

Operating Expenses

Selling, General & Admin Expenses

R&D Expenses

Depreciation And Amortization

Total Operating Expenses

Income

Income Before Tax

Operating Income

EBITDA

EBIT

Earnings From Continuing Operations

Net Income

Income Tax Expense

Other Non-Operating Income (Expenses)

Extraordinary Items

Discontinued Operations

Effect Of Accounting Charges

Non Recurring

Minority Interest

Other Items

Interest Income

Interest Expense

Net Interest Income

Values in undefined except per share items
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