MercadoLibre (MELI) Receives 'Buy' Rating from Benchmark Analysts

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Apr 15, 2025
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Bullet Points Summary:

  • Benchmark analysts initiate "Buy" rating for MercadoLibre (MELI, Financial) with a 22.7% potential upside.
  • 21 analysts forecast an average target price of $2,548.53; high estimate reaches $3,000.00.
  • GuruFocus estimates a GF Value with a significant 41.02% upside, valuing the stock at $2,974.50.

Benchmark Analysts Weigh In: Why "Buy" MercadoLibre?

Benchmark analysts have recently initiated coverage of MercadoLibre (NASDAQ: MELI), assigning a "Buy" rating. This decision underscores MercadoLibre's robust foothold in Latin America's thriving e-commerce and fintech markets. Holding a commendable 25% market share in the region's online retail sector, the company stands out as a formidable player. Their research sets a price target of $2,500, forecasting a notable 22.7% potential upside.

Wall Street Analysts' Projections

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According to projections from 21 Wall Street analysts, the average one-year price target for MercadoLibre Inc (MELI, Financial) is $2,548.53. This forecast includes a high estimate of $3,000.00 and a low estimate of $1,856.21. The average target price suggests a promising 20.83% upside from its current trading value of $2,109.27. For in-depth estimate data, visit the MercadoLibre Inc (MELI) Forecast page.

Brokerage Recommendations: Outperforming Expectations

The consensus recommendation from 22 brokerage firms rates MercadoLibre Inc (MELI, Financial) with an average score of 1.8, suggesting an "Outperform" status. It's important to note that this rating scale ranges from 1 to 5, where 1 signifies a Strong Buy and 5 signifies a Sell.

GuruFocus Valuation: Significant Upside Potential

According to GuruFocus estimates, MercadoLibre Inc (MELI, Financial) is projected to have a GF Value of $2,974.50 within the next year, indicating a substantial upside of 41.02% from the current price of $2,109.27. The GF Value is a proprietary measure by GuruFocus, reflecting the fair value a stock should trade at, based on historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future business performance expectations. More detailed valuation insights are available on the MercadoLibre Inc (MELI) Summary page.

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