Should you buy MercadoLibre stock now?
The technical signal for MercadoLibre is currently Hold. MercadoLibre trades at $1,834.00 as of Oct 17, 2026. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 3.679 with rising momentum (signal: -5.443); RSI is at 49.6 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $2,275.78 points to 24.1% upside. This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for MercadoLibre stock?
The average analyst price target for MercadoLibre is $2,275.78. The current price is $1,834.00, which gives an upside of 24.1%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $2,048.20 and $2,503.36.
Is MercadoLibre a dividend stock?
No, MercadoLibre does not currently pay a dividend to shareholders. The company reinvests its profits in growth instead of paying dividends.
What is the risk of MercadoLibre stock?
MercadoLibre is rated as a stock in the risk category Moderate. the annual standard deviation is 40.7%, which classifies the stock as Moderate.
Is MercadoLibre overvalued?
No, MercadoLibre is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (24.1% upside). MercadoLibre has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 51.4 (highly valued), a P/S ratio of 2.7, a P/B ratio of 11.8. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 24.1%.
Is MercadoLibre overbought?
No, MercadoLibre is not overbought. RSI is at 49.6 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 49.6 (neutral zone between 30-70), which signals neither overbought nor oversold. In addition, the price is 1.5% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish).
When is the next MercadoLibre earnings report?
MercadoLibre reports its next earnings on November 4, 2026. The stock currently trades at $1,834.00. With a P/E ratio of 51.4, the market will be watching closely whether earnings meet expectations.
Is MercadoLibre shorted?
Yes, MercadoLibre is shorted with 1.6% of the free float sold short. This is a moderate level of short selling, within the normal range for most stocks. The figure comes from our data provider EODHD, is reported about twice a month, and we check it every trading day.
Are insiders buying MercadoLibre stock?
No, insiders are not buying MercadoLibre shares – they are net sellers. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 8 purchases and 12 sales, with a net 4,215,407 $ sold. Active sellers include Henrique Vasoncelos Dubugras, Dubugras Henrique Vasoncelos, Emiliano Calemzuk and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is MercadoLibre a good stock?
Based on our total score, MercadoLibre is rated as a poor stock with a total score of 35 out of 100. The stock scores below average on value, quality and momentum – it sits at the lower end of the market. The score is made up of Value: 24/100, Quality: 34/100, Momentum: 49/100. In addition: analysts see 24.1% upside to the price target. Whether now is the time to buy is a separate question: the technical signal is Hold. Whether MercadoLibre is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for MercadoLibre stock?
The outlook for MercadoLibre based on current data: the average analyst price target is $2,275.78 (+24.1%); the next earnings report is due on Nov 4, 2026, which can move the price; the P/E ratio is 51.4 (high – the market expects growth). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is MercadoLibre stock moving?
MercadoLibre is stable right now. The technical indicators show: the price is close to the 20-day average; MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish signal); insiders have mostly been buying the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis and insider section above.
How high can MercadoLibre go?
The average analyst price target for MercadoLibre is $2,275.78, which corresponds to a potential gain of 24.1% from the current price of $1,834.00. The stock has traded between $1,495.00 and $2,428.00 over the last 52 weeks. The price is 24.5% below the 52-week high, which can indicate potential if the underlying fundamentals are intact. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can MercadoLibre fall?
The stock has traded as low as $1,495.00 over the last 52 weeks — that is 18.5% below the current price of $1,834.00. The biggest decline (drawdown) in the same period was 38.4% from high to low. Within a year, the price typically swings about ±40.7% (standard deviation — a measure of price swings). A difficult year could therefore mean a further decline of that size. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does MercadoLibre do?
MercadoLibre runs a large online shopping platform in Latin America. It makes most of its money from its Mercado Libre Marketplace, where businesses and individuals sell goods to buyers.
The company also has a strong focus on financial services through Mercado Pago. This plat... The company belongs to the Consumer Cyclical sector, more specifically the Internet Retail industry, is headquartered in United States, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate MercadoLibre as an investment.
Did MercadoLibre raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from MercadoLibre. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history above.
Is MercadoLibre making money or losing money?
Yes, MercadoLibre is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 5.3% — which is moderate. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 6.7%. At a P/E ratio of 51.4, you currently pay 51.4 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can MercadoLibre go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of MercadoLibre is rated as moderate. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 1.49 — that places the company in the middle zone. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 5 — which is average. Debt relative to equity is 479% (high). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does MercadoLibre have a lot of debt?
Yes, MercadoLibre has elevated debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 479%. For the consumer cyclical sector, anything above 200% counts as elevated — that raises the financial risk, especially if interest rates rise or earnings fall. Cyclical consumer companies can carry moderate debt in good times — high debt is risky in downturns. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can MercadoLibre service its debt? Can service its debt without problems — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 10.8x, and net debt equals 2.5 years of earnings (EBITDA).
