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MELI Earning Date, Transcript Summary & Report

MercadoLibre Inc
$
2515.120
+10.510(+0.420%)

MELI Earnings Prediction

The chart below shows how MELI performed 10 days before and after its earnings report, based on data from the past quarters. Typically, MELI sees a -2.79% change in stock price 10 days leading up to the earnings, and a +6.55% change 10 days following the report. On the earnings day itself, the stock moves by +1.43%. This data can give you a slight idea of what to expect for the next quarter's release.

MELI Key Earning Data

2024/Q4
Year Over Year
Quarter Over Quarter
Total Revenue
5.93B
36.97%
-2.05%
Gross Margin
46.69%
-0.04%
2.91%
Operating Margin
12.86%
5.50%
-4.95%
Net Margin
8.32%
4.79%
-21.14%
EPS
9.74
43.45%
-22.70%
No Data Available

MELI Earnings Analysis

MercadoLibre Inc Corporation (MELI.O) Earnings Conference Call

Positive

  • Rapid Revenue Growth: In Q1 2025, MercadoLibre maintained rapid net revenue growth, continuing the momentum from 2024.

  • Market Consolidation Insights: Brand preference metrics for the marketplace reached all-time highs in Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, and Chile, indicating strong market consolidation.

  • Fintech User Growth: Monthly active users in fintech grew over 30% year-on-year, reaching 64 million, showcasing effective user engagement strategies.

  • Credit Portfolio Growth: The credit portfolio grew by 75% year-on-year while maintaining comfortable delinquency levels, reflecting strong credit management.

  • Credit Card Default Improvement: First payment defaults on credit cards in Brazil hit an all-time low, demonstrating improvements in scoring models and market strategy.

  • Exceptional Revenue Growth: Argentina's performance was exceptional, with U.S. dollar revenues more than doubling year-on-year, aided by a stabilized macroeconomic environment.

  • Operational Income Growth: Income from operations grew faster than revenue, particularly benefiting from strong performance in Argentina.

  • E-commerce and Fintech Growth: Strategic investments across the MercadoLibre ecosystem are expected to capture long-term growth opportunities in e-commerce and fintech.

Negative

  • Competitive Market Challenges: Despite strong growth, the company faces increasing competition in the e-commerce and fintech sectors, which could impact future market share.

  • Credit Portfolio Growth Concerns: The rapid growth in the credit portfolio, while impressive, raises concerns about potential future delinquency rates if economic conditions worsen.

  • Income Growth Concerns: The company reported a significant increase in income from operations, but this was largely driven by performance in Argentina, which may not be sustainable given the country's economic volatility.

  • User Engagement Uncertainty: While monthly active users grew significantly, the overall user engagement metrics were not detailed, leaving uncertainty about the depth of user interaction with the platform.

  • Branding and User Experience Risks: The branding changes and updates to the user experience are ambitious, but there is a risk that they may not resonate with all users, potentially leading to confusion or dissatisfaction.

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Operating Highlights iconOperating Highlights
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Strategic Initiatives & Outlook iconStrategic Initiatives & Outlook
Shareholder Return Plan iconShareholder Return Plan

MELI FAQs

How does MELI typically perform around its earnings report dates?

MELI's stock performance around earnings reports can vary, but historical data shows specific patterns, such as a -2.79% change leading up to the report and a +6.55% change in the 10 days following the release.

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MELI Earnings Deck

MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

MELI Earning Call Sentiment

MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

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MELI.O

0.42%
Positive
The earnings call highlights strong financial performance with rapid revenue and user growth, improved credit portfolio, and optimistic guidance. Despite competitive pressures and regulatory challenges, the company is well-positioned for long-term growth, especially in Argentina. The Q&A section reveals positive sentiment towards market share gains and margin sustainability. However, the lack of a share buyback program and unclear responses on some financial drivers slightly temper enthusiasm. Overall, the positive momentum and strategic investments suggest a likely stock price increase of 2% to 8% in the short term.