Mar 31, 2024

MercadoLibre Q1 2024 Earnings Report

MercadoLibre's Q1 2024 results showcased strong growth in revenue, driven by commerce and fintech, with net income increasing significantly.

Key Takeaways

MercadoLibre reported a strong first quarter in 2024, marked by substantial growth in both its Commerce and Fintech segments. The company's net revenue reached $4.3 billion, representing a 36% year-over-year increase. Net income also saw a significant rise, up 71% year-over-year to $344 million. These results were primarily fueled by strong performances in Brazil and Mexico.

Revenue reached $4.3 billion, a 36% increase year-over-year.

Total Payment Volume was $40.7 billion, up 35% year-over-year.

Gross Merchandise Volume reached $11.4 billion, a 20% increase year-over-year.

Net income increased by 71% year-over-year, reaching $344 million.

Total Revenue
$4.33B
Previous year: $3.04B
+42.7%
EPS
$6.78
Previous year: $3.97
+70.8%
Total Payment Volume
$40.7B
Previous year: $37B
+10.1%
Gross Merchandise Volume
$11.4B
Previous year: $9.43B
+20.5%
Payment Transactions
2.42B
Previous year: 1.88B
+29.0%
Gross Profit
$2.02B
Previous year: $1.54B
+31.8%
Cash and Equivalents
$2.58B
Previous year: $2.14B
+20.3%
Free Cash Flow
$1.37B
Previous year: $770M
+77.4%
Total Assets
$19.1B
Previous year: $14.2B
+34.2%

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Forward Guidance

Mercado Libre is optimistic about its growth potential and long-term profitability, aiming to capture secular growth opportunities through technology investments and innovation.

Positive Outlook

  • Plenty of opportunity for more buyers.
  • More frequency of purchase expected.
  • More retail to shift online.
  • Substantial demand for better and simpler financial services.
  • Trend of digitalization of cash is expected to continue.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income