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Mercado Libre delivers solid Q3 results posting revenue of $5.3B driven by user and engagement surge across markets and businesses

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Mercado Libre (MELI) reported strong Q3 2024 results with net revenue reaching $5.3 billion, up 35% year-on-year. The company's unique buyers increased 21% to 61 million, while Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) grew 14% to $12.9 billion. In fintech, Mercado Pago saw total payment volume rise 34% to $50.7 billion, with monthly active users growing 35% to 56 million. The credit portfolio expanded 77% year-on-year to $6 billion, while the credit card portfolio surged 172% to $2.3 billion. Operational income reached $557 million amid strategic investments in technology and logistics.

Mercado Libre (MELI) ha riportato risultati solidi per il terzo trimestre del 2024, con ricavi netti che hanno raggiunto 5,3 miliardi di dollari, in aumento del 35% rispetto all'anno precedente. Il numero di acquirenti unici dell'azienda è aumentato del 21%, raggiungendo i 61 milioni, mentre il Valore Lordo della Merce (GMV) è cresciuto del 14%, arrivando a 12,9 miliardi di dollari. Nel settore fintech, Mercado Pago ha visto il volume totale dei pagamenti aumentare del 34%, raggiungendo 50,7 miliardi di dollari, con utenti attivi mensili in crescita del 35%, toccando i 56 milioni. Il portafoglio crediti è aumentato del 77% rispetto all'anno precedente, raggiungendo i 6 miliardi di dollari, mentre il portafoglio carte di credito è impennato del 172%, arrivando a 2,3 miliardi di dollari. Il reddito operativo ha raggiunto i 557 milioni di dollari, a fronte di investimenti strategici in tecnologia e logistica.

Mercado Libre (MELI) reportó resultados sólidos en el tercer trimestre de 2024, con ingresos netos que alcanzaron 5.3 mil millones de dólares, un aumento del 35% en comparación con el año anterior. Los compradores únicos de la empresa aumentaron un 21%, llegando a 61 millones, mientras que el Valor Bruto de Mercancía (GMV) creció un 14%, alcanzando 12.9 mil millones de dólares. En fintech, Mercado Pago vio que el volumen total de pagos aumentó un 34%, alcanzando 50.7 mil millones de dólares, con usuarios activos mensuales que crecieron un 35%, totalizando 56 millones. La cartera de crédito se expandió un 77% en comparación con el año anterior, alcanzando 6 mil millones de dólares, mientras que la cartera de tarjetas de crédito se disparó un 172%, llegando a 2.3 mil millones de dólares. El ingreso operativo alcanzó los 557 millones de dólares en medio de inversiones estratégicas en tecnología y logística.

메르카도 리브레 (MELI)는 2024년 3분기 실적이 호조를 보이며 순수익이 53억 달러에 도달했으며, 이는 전년 대비 35% 증가한 수치입니다. 회사의 고유 구매자는 21% 증가하여 6100만 명에 달했으며, 총상품가치(GMV)는 14% 성장하여 129억 달러에 도달했습니다. 핀테크 부문에서 먹카도 파고의 총 결제량은 34% 증가하여 507억 달러에 이르렀고, 월간 활성 사용자는 35% 성장하여 5600만 명에 도달했습니다. 신용 포트폴리오는 전년 대비 77% 성장하여 60억 달러에 이르렀으며, 신용 카드 포트폴리오는 172% 급증하여 23억 달러에 도달했습니다. 운영 소득은 5억 5700만 달러에 도달했으며, 이는 기술 및 물류에 대한 전략적 투자 덕분입니다.

Mercado Libre (MELI) a enregistré de solides résultats pour le troisième trimestre 2024, avec un chiffre d'affaires net atteignant 5,3 milliards de dollars, en hausse de 35 % par rapport à l'année précédente. Le nombre d'acheteurs uniques de l'entreprise a augmenté de 21 % pour atteindre 61 millions, tandis que la Valeur Brute des Marchandises (GMV) a progressé de 14 % pour atteindre 12,9 milliards de dollars. Dans le secteur fintech, Mercado Pago a vu le volume total des paiements augmenter de 34 % pour atteindre 50,7 milliards de dollars, avec une croissance de 35 % des utilisateurs actifs mensuels, atteignant 56 millions. Le portefeuille de crédits a augmenté de 77 % par rapport à l'année précédente, atteignant 6 milliards de dollars, tandis que le portefeuille de cartes de crédit a bondi de 172 % pour atteindre 2,3 milliards de dollars. Le revenu d'exploitation a atteint 557 millions de dollars dans un contexte d'investissements stratégiques dans la technologie et la logistique.

Mercado Libre (MELI) hat im dritten Quartal 2024 starke Ergebnisse gemeldet, mit einem Netto-Umsatz von 5,3 Milliarden Dollar, was einem Anstieg von 35 % im Vergleich zum Vorjahr entspricht. Die einzigartigen Käufer des Unternehmens stiegen um 21 % auf 61 Millionen, während der Brutto-Warenwert (GMV) um 14 % auf 12,9 Milliarden Dollar wuchs. Im Fintech-Sektor verzeichnete Mercado Pago einen Anstieg des Gesamtzahlungsvolumens um 34 % auf 50,7 Milliarden Dollar, während die monatlich aktiven Nutzer um 35 % auf 56 Millionen zunahmen. Das Kreditportfolio wuchs im Jahresvergleich um 77 % auf 6 Milliarden Dollar, während das Kreditkartenportfolio um 172 % auf 2,3 Milliarden Dollar anstieg. Das Betriebsergebnis erreichte 557 Millionen Dollar inmitten strategischer Investitionen in Technologie und Logistik.

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  • Revenue growth of 35% YoY to $5.3B
  • 21% increase in unique buyers to 61M
  • GMV growth of 14% to $12.9B
  • Total Payment Volume up 34% to $50.7B
  • Credit portfolio growth of 77% to $6B
  • Credit card portfolio surge of 172% to $2.3B
  • Monthly active users increase of 35% to 56M
  • Operational income of $557M
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MELI delivered exceptional Q3 results with $5.3B in revenue, up 35% YoY, showcasing robust growth across both e-commerce and fintech segments. Key performance indicators are impressive: $12.9B GMV (up 14%), $50.7B TPV (up 34%) and 61M unique buyers (up 21%). The fintech division shows remarkable momentum with the credit portfolio expanding 77% to $6B. The logistics network enhancement to 53% fulfillment penetration and 75% deliveries within 48 hours demonstrates operational excellence. Particularly noteworthy is the credit card portfolio growth of 172% YoY to $2.3B, indicating strong consumer adoption of financial services. Local currency GMV growth in key markets (Brazil 34%, Mexico 27%) suggests resilient market positions despite macro challenges.

The strategic expansion across Latin America reveals MELI's strengthening market dominance. The surge to 56M monthly active Mercado Pago users (up 35%) and 25M credit users indicates deepening financial inclusion and ecosystem lock-in. The advertising business reaching 2% of GMV penetration presents significant upside potential, while the Formula 1 sponsorship should enhance brand visibility. The rapid scaling of managed logistics network to 94% of shipments demonstrates vertical integration success. The combination of expanding user base, improving engagement metrics and growing financial services adoption suggests MELI is successfully executing its super-app strategy in Latin America.

Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results

Montevideo, Nov. 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --

Mercado Libre delivers solid Q3 results posting revenue of $5.3B driven by user and engagement surge across markets and businesses


  • Investments in customer experience, technology and logistics increase sales and engagement across Latin America;
  • In Commerce, unique buyers climbed 21% year-on-year, to nearly 61 million, while GMV reached $12.9 billion, rising 14% in dollars;
  • Mercado Pago saw its credit portfolio soar by 77% year-on-year, reaching an impressive $6 billion; and total payment volume (TPV) increased by 34% to $50.7 billion.



Montevideo, Uruguay. November 6, 2024 — Mercado Libre (NASDAQ: MELI), the leading e-commerce and fintech platform in Latin America, has reported another strong quarter for Q3'24 delivering a significant increase in net revenue at $5.3 billion, up 35% year-on-year. The company’s operational income reached $557 million, in a quarter of strategic investments that positioned Mercado Libre for continued long-term success.


Mercado Libre has experienced significant growth by effectively transitioning offline commerce to online platforms, with unique buyers across the region increasing 21% year-on-year to nearly 61 million. This surge in customer engagement evolves along with the company's continued investments in technology, enhancing customer experience, and improving logistics. As a result, Mercado Libre achieved this quarter a Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) of $12.9 billion, reflecting a 14% increase (in dollar) compared to the previous year. Notably, local currency GMV growth rates were robust, with Brazil experiencing a 34% increase and Mexico a 27% increase year-on-year. 


"We’re making excellent progress toward our long-term strategic goals: increasing online commerce penetration in the region, gaining principality among Mercado Pago users, and scaling our acquiring business. Once again, this quarter’s operational results highlight the tremendous growth opportunities within our ecosystem and reaffirm our long term commitment to invest in innovation and customer satisfaction," said Martin de los Santos, Chief Financial Officer of Mercado Libre.


In logistics, Mercado Libre’s fulfillment network maintained its competitive edge, increasing its penetration to 53% of total shipments during the quarter, supported by the opening of multiple fulfillment centers, enhancing delivery speeds to improve buyer satisfaction and help drive offline retail to online.  


On the fintech side, more and more consumers are choosing Mercado Pago as their financial services partner, with monthly active users expanding by 35% year-on-year to 56 million, with Brazil as a  lead contributor. 


Mercado Pago's credit card portfolio has increased an impressive 172% year-on-year, reaching $2.3 billion, supported by a set of unique benefits including cashback tied to our loyalty program and improvements in our risk models. Mercado Pago is the leading fintech service provider across the region, driving increased engagement and cross-selling within the ecosystem. Mercado Pago issued loans to over 25 million users in the last quarter and currently has assets under management of $8 billion.


“Momentum is strong across Mercado Libre, and we’re highly optimistic about the substantial growth potential in commerce, advertising, fintech services, and acquiring across Latin America. Mercado Libre is poised for continued growth, driven by its commitment to operational excellence, user-centric innovations, and a long-term focus on value creation for our shareholders.”


Financial highlights for Q3 2024


Commerce: 

  • Net revenue from the commerce business in the third quarter reached $3.1 billion.
  • Gross merchandise Value (GMV), the total value of merchandise sold, rose 14% in dollars, year-over-year, to reach $12.9 billion.
  • Unique buyers across the region surged 21% year-on-year to nearly 61 million.
  • Items sold rose nearly 28% this quarter, reaching 456 million units. 
  • More than 94% of shipments in the period corresponded to the Mercado Libre's managed network, with 75% of the deliveries made in less than 48 hours.
  • Opened five fulfillment centers in Brazil in Q3'24, plus one in Mexico.
  • Mercado Ads revenue rose 37% year-on-year, in dollars, with the digital advertising business penetration of 2% of the GMV.
  • Mercado Libre recently signed up as sponsor for Franco Colapinto and the Williams Racing F1 team, inspired by the innovation and speed of Formula 1. The sponsorship highlights shared values such as swift delivery, cutting-edge technology, and continuous development and will continue to drive regional leadership. MELI launched an ad campaign to further customer engagement and support its sponsorship showcasing its advanced logistics capabilities.

Fintech: 

  • Net revenue from Mercado Pago reached $2.2 billion in the third quarter.
  • Total payment volume (TPV) rose 34% in dollars, year-over-year, to reach $50.7 billion.
  • The total number of monthly active users rose over 35% to reach 56 million. 
  • Total payment transactions (TPN) in the third quarter increased by 47% year-over-year, reaching over 2.9 billion. 
  • The acquiring TPV, which represents all payments processed and settled via Mercado Pago, both on marketplace and outside of it (MPOS devices, online payments and QR codes), reached $36 billion, an increase of 21% in dollars, year-over-year.
  • Mercado Pago's credit portfolio grew at its fastest pace since Q1'22, 77% year-on-year, reaching 6 billion dollars.
  • Mercado Pago's credit card portfolio has increased an impressive 172% year-on-year, reaching 2.3 billion dollars.
  • Mercado Pago issued loans to over 25 million users in the last quarter and currently has assets under management of $8 billion.




About Mercado Libre
Founded in 1999, MercadoLibre, Inc (NASDAQ: MELI) is the leading company in e-commerce and financial technology in Latin America, with operations in 18 countries. It offers a complete ecosystem of solutions for individuals and businesses to buy, sell, advertise, obtain credit and insurance, collect, send money, save, and pay for goods and services both online and offline. Mercado Libre looks to facilitate access to commerce and financial services in Latin America, a market that offers great opportunities and high growth potential. It uses world-class technology to create intuitive solutions tailored to the local culture to transform the lives of millions of people in the region. More information at http://investor.mercadolibre.com/



FAQ

What was Mercado Libre's (MELI) revenue in Q3 2024?

Mercado Libre (MELI) reported revenue of $5.3 billion in Q3 2024, representing a 35% increase year-over-year.

How much did MELI's credit portfolio grow in Q3 2024?

MELI's credit portfolio grew 77% year-over-year in Q3 2024, reaching $6 billion.

What was Mercado Libre's (MELI) GMV in Q3 2024?

Mercado Libre's Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) reached $12.9 billion in Q3 2024, showing a 14% increase year-over-year.

How many monthly active users did MELI's Mercado Pago have in Q3 2024?

Mercado Pago reported 56 million monthly active users in Q3 2024, representing a 35% increase year-over-year.

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