MercadoLibre
Coverage of MercadoLibre in the Nexus archive.
- Why MercadoLibre’s Future Now Rests on Its Bank, Not Its Store
MercadoLibre's future is increasingly tied to its fintech arm Mercado Pago rather than its online store. Analysts project Mercado Pago's revenue to grow over 30% in 2026 and nearly 40% in 2027, with 82.9 million monthly users and a $14.6 billion credit book as of Q1.
- MercadoLibre’s Post-Founder Era Opens at Full Sprint
Ariel Szarfsztejn became MercadoLibre's new CEO in 2026, succeeding founder Marcos Galperín, who now serves as executive chairman. The company reported a 49% year-on-year increase in first-quarter 2026 net revenues and financial income to US$8,845 million, with total payment volume reaching US$87.2 billion.
- MercadoLibre Raises Its Mexico Bet to $4.6 Billion for 2026
MercadoLibre will invest $4.6 billion in Mexico by 2026, a 35% increase from its 2023 commitment of $3.4 billion. The investment is projected to create approximately 8,500 new jobs in the country.