MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI) P/E Ratio History
Deep ValueTrading at 46.4x · 15th percentile of 5-year range · Significant discount to historical valuation · Data 2007–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of September 23, 2026, MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 46.4x, with a stock price of $1826.58 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $36.75.
The current P/E is 73% below its 5-year average of 173.2x. Over the past five years, MELI's P/E has ranged from a low of 45.1x to a high of 1056.2x, placing the current valuation at the 15th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Cyclical sector median P/E of 19.3x, MELI trades at a 140% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 310 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.0x to 184.9x.
Relative to the broader market, MELI commands a significant premium over the S&P 500 median P/E of 25.5x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our MELI DCF Valuation Calculator →
Note: P/E ratio is just one valuation metric. It does not account for balance sheet strength, cash flow quality, or growth sustainability. Always conduct comprehensive due diligence before making investment decisions.
MELI Cross-Benchmark Valuation
How does the current P/E compare to sector peers and the broader market?
MELI P/E vs Peers
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| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2.7T | 35.6 | 1.27 | +30% | |
| $271B | 17.7 | - | -18% | |
| $62B | 41.1 | - | +245% | |
| $13B | 49.8 | - | +342%Best | |
| $26B | 132.8 | - | +30% | |
| $47B | 9.8 | 1.10 | +36% | |
| $69B | 24.4 | - | +45% | |
| $3B | 6.9 | 0.57 | +5% | |
| $2B | 6.0Lowest | 0.26Best | +266% | |
| $192B | 157.2 | 5.36 | -39% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
MELI Historical P/E Data (2007–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q2 | - | $1697.39 | $36.75 | 46.2x | -68% |
| FY2026 Q1 | - | $1729.02 | $37.88 | 45.6x | -68% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 31 2025 | $2014.26 | $39.39 | 51.1x | -64% |
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $2336.94 | $40.96 | 57.1x | -60% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $2613.63 | $40.49 | 64.6x | -55% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mar 31 2025 | $1950.87 | $40.64 | 48.0x | -67% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $1700.44 | $37.69 | 45.1x | -69% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 30 2024 | $2051.96 | $28.34 | 72.4x | -50% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $1643.40 | $27.66 | 59.4x | -59% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 31 2024 | $1511.96 | $22.31 | 67.8x | -53% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $1571.54 | $19.44 | 80.8x | -44% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $1267.88 | $19.41 | 65.3x | -55% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $1184.60 | $14.77 | 80.2x | -44% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Mar 31 2023 | $1318.06 | $12.09 | 109.0x | -24% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $846.24 | $9.46 | 89.5x | -38% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sep 30 2022 | $827.78 | $5.30 | 156.2x | +9% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $636.87 | $4.71 | 135.2x | -6% |
| FY2022 Q1 | - | $1189.48 | $3.64 | 326.8x | +127% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $1348.40 | $1.67 | 807.4x | +462% |
| FY2021 Q3 | - | $1679.40 | $1.59 | 1056.2x | +635% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $611.77 | $0.31 | 1984.3x | +1281% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $314.66 | $0.32 | 983.3x | +584% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sep 30 2017 | $258.93 | $3.01 | 86.0x | -40% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $250.88 | $3.26 | 77.0x | -46% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Mar 31 2017 | $211.47 | $3.50 | 60.4x | -58% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 31 2016 | $156.14 | $3.08 | 50.7x | -65% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Sep 30 2016 | $184.97 | $2.80 | 66.1x | -54% |
| FY2016 Q2 | - | $140.67 | $2.95 | 47.7x | -67% |
| FY2016 Q1 | - | $117.85 | $3.03 | 38.9x | -73% |
| FY2015 Q4 | - | $114.34 | $2.39 | 47.9x | -67% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Sep 30 2015 | $91.06 | $2.28 | 40.0x | -72% |
| FY2015 Q2 | - | $141.70 | $2.01 | 70.5x | -51% |
| FY2015 Q1 | - | $122.52 | $0.99 | 123.9x | -14% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Dec 31 2014 | $127.67 | $1.64 | 77.8x | -46% |
| FY2014 Q3 | - | $108.65 | $1.79 | 60.7x | -58% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Jun 30 2014 | $95.40 | $1.69 | 56.4x | -61% |
| FY2014 Q1 | Mar 31 2014 | $95.11 | $2.95 | 32.2x | -78% |
| FY2013 Q4 | - | $107.79 | $2.66 | 40.5x | -72% |
| FY2013 Q3 | Sep 30 2013 | $134.91 | $2.42 | 55.7x | -61% |
| FY2013 Q2 | Jun 30 2013 | $107.76 | $2.35 | 45.9x | -68% |
| FY2013 Q1 | Mar 31 2013 | $96.56 | $2.24 | 43.1x | -70% |
| FY2012 Q4 | Dec 31 2012 | $78.55 | $2.28 | 34.5x | -76% |
| FY2012 Q3 | Sep 30 2012 | $82.55 | $2.09 | 39.5x | -73% |
| FY2012 Q2 | Jun 30 2012 | $75.80 | $2.10 | 36.1x | -75% |
| FY2012 Q1 | Mar 31 2012 | $97.79 | $1.87 | 52.3x | -64% |
| FY2011 Q4 | Dec 31 2011 | $79.54 | $1.75 | 45.5x | -68% |
| FY2011 Q3 | Sep 30 2011 | $53.75 | $1.62 | 33.2x | -77% |
| FY2011 Q2 | - | $79.34 | $1.45 | 54.7x | -62% |
| FY2011 Q1 | - | $81.63 | $1.37 | 59.6x | -59% |
| FY2010 Q4 | Dec 31 2010 | $66.64 | $1.27 | 52.5x | -63% |
| FY2010 Q3 | - | $72.18 | $1.17 | 61.7x | -57% |
| FY2010 Q2 | Jun 30 2010 | $52.55 | $0.96 | 54.7x | -62% |
| FY2010 Q1 | Mar 31 2010 | $48.21 | $0.85 | 56.7x | -61% |
| FY2009 Q4 | - | $51.87 | $0.75 | 69.2x | -52% |
| FY2009 Q3 | Sep 30 2009 | $38.46 | $0.67 | 57.4x | -60% |
| FY2009 Q2 | - | $26.88 | $0.58 | 46.3x | -68% |
| FY2009 Q1 | - | $18.55 | $0.50 | 37.4x | -74% |
| FY2008 Q4 | Dec 31 2008 | $16.41 | $0.42 | 38.8x | -73% |
| FY2008 Q3 | - | $20.35 | $0.35 | 57.6x | -60% |
| FY2008 Q2 | Jun 30 2008 | $34.49 | $0.32 | 106.8x | -26% |
| FY2008 Q1 | Mar 31 2008 | $39.76 | $0.30 | 133.1x | -7% |
| FY2007 Q4 | Dec 31 2007 | $73.88 | $0.33 | 226.3x | +58% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 143.7x
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MELI — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying MELI stock.
What is MELI's P/E ratio?
MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 46.4x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $36.75. The 5-year average P/E is 173.2x and the historical range spans 45.1x to 1056.2x.
Is MELI stock overvalued or undervalued?
MELI trades at 46.4x P/E, below its 5-year average of 173.2x. At the 15th percentile of its historical range (45.1x–1056.2x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is MELI stock expensive?
No, MELI is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of 46.4x is below the 5-year average of 173.2x and sits at the 15th percentile of its valuation range.
What is MELI's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, MELI's P/E ratio has ranged from 45.1x to 1056.2x, with a median of 72.4x and an average of 173.2x. The current P/E of 46.4x places the stock at the 15th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2007–2026.
How does MELI's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
MELI trades at 46.4x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 25.5x. The 82% premium to the market typically reflects higher expected earnings growth or quality.
How does MELI's valuation compare to Consumer Cyclical peers?
MercadoLibre, Inc. P/E of 46.4x compares to the Consumer Cyclical sector median of 19.3x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers or stronger fundamentals. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is MELI's PEG ratio?
MELI PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 46.4x and EPS growth of 4.5%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is MELI's earnings yield?
MELI earnings yield is 2.16%, the inverse of its 46.4x P/E ratio. Earnings yield represents the percentage of each dollar invested that the company earns. It can be compared directly to bond yields to assess relative attractiveness of stocks versus fixed income.