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MercadoLibreMELI -0.64%82 EV-to-OCF is 7.76 as of Sep. 06, 2026, which is 80% below its 10-year median of 38.81. GuruFocus rates MELI with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of $3,784.40 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,130 Retail - Cyclical companies, MercadoLibre ranks worse than 52.3% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, MercadoLibre's Enterprise Value is $107,945 Mil.
MercadoLibre's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $13,905 Mil. Therefore, MercadoLibre's EV-to-OCF for today is 7.76.
The historical rank and industry rank for MercadoLibre's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
MELI'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 6.48 Med: 38.81 Max: 206.86
Current: 7.76
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of MercadoLibre was 206.86. The lowest was 6.48. And the median was 38.81.
MELI's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 52.3% of 1130
companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 7.41
vs MELI: 7.76
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
MercadoLibre's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
MercadoLibre's share price for today is $1978.36.
MercadoLibre's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $36.770.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
MercadoLibre EV-to-OCF Related Terms
MercadoLibre EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for MercadoLibre's EV-to-OCF can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Internet Retail subindustry, MercadoLibre's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
MercadoLibre EV-to-OCF vs Retail - Cyclical Industry
For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, MercadoLibre's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where MercadoLibre's EV-to-OCF falls into.
MercadoLibre's current Enterprise Value is $107,945 Mil.
MercadoLibre's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $13,905 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
MercadoLibre (MELI) has a EV-to-OCF of 7.76 as of Sep. 06, 2026. This is 80% below median its historical median of 38.81. Over the past decade, MercadoLibre's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 6.48 to 206.86. According to the industry distribution chart, MercadoLibre ranks #591 out of 1130 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 52.3%.
Is MercadoLibre's EV-to-OCF too high?
MercadoLibre's current EV-to-OCF of 7.76 is 80% below median its 10-year median of 38.81. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.48 to a high of 206.86. The Retail - Cyclical industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.41. MercadoLibre's value of 7.76 is 4.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, MercadoLibre ranks #591 out of 1130 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, MercadoLibre has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does MercadoLibre's EV-to-OCF compare to DASH and PDD?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, MercadoLibre ranks #591 out of 1130 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places MercadoLibre in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 7.41. MercadoLibre's value of 7.76 is 4.7% above this benchmark. Historically, MercadoLibre's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 6.48 to 206.86 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 38.81 vs. the industry median of 7.41, MercadoLibre has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-OCF for a Retail - Cyclical company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Retail - Cyclical companies is 7.41, based on 1,130 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. MercadoLibre's current EV-to-OCF of 7.76 is 4.7% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 7.41 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. MercadoLibre's current EV-to-OCF is 7.76, which is 80% below median its own 10-year median of 38.81. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is MercadoLibre stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MercadoLibre (MELI) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $3,784.40, compared to a current price of $1,978.36 — trading 47.7% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 7.76, which is 80% below median its 10-year median of 38.81 and 4.7% above the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 7.41. MercadoLibre's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For MercadoLibre (MELI), the current EV-to-OCF is 7.76 as of Sep. 06, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is MercadoLibre (MELI) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MercadoLibre stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $1,978.36 is trading 47.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $3,784.40.
GuruFocus considers MercadoLibre to be Significantly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for MELI:
EV-to-OCF: 7.76 (80% below median its 10-year median of 38.81)
GF Value™: $3,784.40 vs. price of $1,978.36 (47.7% below fair value)
Industry Position: 4.7% above the Retail - Cyclical median (#591 of 1130)
No single metric tells the full story. See the MELI stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
MercadoLibre is the largest e-commerce marketplace in Latin America, with more than 120 million unique active buyers and 1 million active sellers at the end of 2025. The company is roughly split between its e-commerce business, which includes its fulfillment and advertising services, and its fintech segment, which comprises its rapidly expanding payment and digital wallet platform (Mercado Pago) and its lending business (Mercado Credito). While the company operates in 18 countries, its primary markets are Brazil, Argentina, and Mexico, which account for more than 95% of its revenue.
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