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MercadoLibre Inc. (MELI) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target

MercadoLibre Inc. stock (MELI) is currently trading at $1690.26. MercadoLibre Inc. PE ratio is 44.06. MercadoLibre Inc. PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 3.04. Analyst consensus price target for MELI is $2658.92. WallStSmart rates MELI as Hold.

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MELI

MercadoLibre Inc.

NASDAQCONSUMER CYCLICAL
$1690.26
$37.85 (-2.19%)
52W$1631.18
$2645.22
Target$2658.92+57.3%

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MELI Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors

Benjamin Graham Formula · MercadoLibre Inc. (MELI)

Margin of Safety
-654.8%
Significantly Overvalued
MELI Fair Value
$267.38
Graham Formula
Current Price
$1690.26
$1422.88 above fair value
Undervalued
Fair: $267.38
Overvalued
Price $1690.26
Graham IV $267.38
Analyst $2658.92

MELI trades 655% above its Graham fair value of $267.38, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.

Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.

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Smart Analysis

MercadoLibre Inc. (MELI) · 10 metrics scored

Smart Score

62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Buy
Investment Rating

Category Performance

WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.

Investment Thesis

Strong fundamentals in market cap, peg ratio, return on equity. Concerns around price/book and eps growth. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.

MercadoLibre Inc. (MELI) Key Strengths (5)

Avg Score: 9.8/10
PEG RatioValuation
0.8210/10

Growing significantly faster than its price suggests

Return on EquityProfitability
36.00%10/10

Every $100 of shareholder equity generates $36 in profit

Revenue GrowthGrowth
44.60%10/10

Revenue surging 44.60% year-over-year

Institutional Own.Quality
83.40%10/10

83.40% of shares held by major funds and institutions

Market CapQuality
$87.82B9/10

Large-cap company with substantial market presence

Supporting Valuation Data

MELI Target Price
$2658.92
33% Upside

MercadoLibre Inc. (MELI) Areas to Watch (5)

Avg Score: 3.2/10
EPS GrowthGrowth
-12.50%0/10

Earnings declining -12.50%, profits shrinking

Price/BookValuation
12.552/10

Very expensive at 12.6x book value

Operating MarginProfitability
10.20%4/10

Thin operating margins with cost pressures present

Profit MarginProfitability
6.91%4/10

Thin profit margins with limited profitability

Price/SalesValuation
3.046/10

Revenue is fairly priced at 3.04x sales

Supporting Valuation Data

P/E Ratio
44.06
Overvalued
Trailing P/E
44.06
Overvalued

MercadoLibre Inc. (MELI) Detailed Analysis Report

Overall Assessment

This company scores 62/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C+ grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 5 register as strengths (avg 9.8/10) while 5 fall into concern territory (avg 3.2/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.

The Bull Case

The strongest argument centers on PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (0.82) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 36.00%. Growth metrics are encouraging with Revenue Growth at 44.60%.

The Bear Case

The primary concerns are EPS Growth, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Some valuation metrics including Price/Sales (3.04), Price/Book (12.55) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include EPS Growth at -12.50%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Operating Margin at 10.20%, Profit Margin at 6.91%.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether EPS Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 36.00% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 44.60% strong but requiring continuation.

Risk Considerations

Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. Strengths and concerns are roughly balanced. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.

Bottom Line

Mixed fundamentals with both positives (PEG Ratio, Return on Equity) and negatives (EPS Growth, Price/Book). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.

Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.

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WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis

Data-driven financial summary for MercadoLibre Inc. (MELI) · CONSUMER CYCLICALINTERNET RETAIL

The Big Picture

MercadoLibre Inc. is in a high-growth phase, prioritizing rapid expansion over margins. Revenue reached 28.9B with 45% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are thin at 6.9%, typical for companies in this phase that are reinvesting heavily in growth.

Key Findings

Strong Revenue Growth

Revenue growing at 45% YoY, reaching 28.9B. This pace significantly outperforms most INTERNET RETAIL peers.

Excellent Capital Efficiency

ROE of 3600.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.

What to Watch Next

Margin expansion: can MercadoLibre Inc. push profit margins above 15% as the business scales?

Growth sustainability: can MercadoLibre Inc. maintain 45%+ revenue growth, or will competition slow it down?

Volatility is elevated with a beta of 1.53, so expect amplified moves relative to the broader market.

Sector dynamics: monitor INTERNET RETAIL industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact MercadoLibre Inc..

Bottom Line

MercadoLibre Inc. is a high-conviction growth story with revenue accelerating at 45% while profitability is still developing. For growth-oriented investors, the trajectory is compelling. For value investors, the thin 6.9% margins and premium valuation suggest patience until the unit economics mature further.

This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Insider Transactions(1 last 3 months)

Total Buys
1
Total Sells
0
Feb 27, 2026(1 transaction)
MELAMUD, MARCELO
SVP - Chief Accounting Officer
Buy
Shares
+57

Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings

Last updated: 6:56:43 PM

About MercadoLibre Inc.(MELI)

Exchange

NASDAQ

Sector

CONSUMER CYCLICAL

Industry

INTERNET RETAIL

Country

USA

MercadoLibre, Inc. operates online trading platforms in Latin America. The company is headquartered in Buenos Aires, Argentina.