MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI) Return on Assets (ROA): 4.09%
Is MercadoLibre, Inc.’s return on assets (ROA) high or low?
MercadoLibre, Inc.'s return on assets (ROA) of 4.09% is 11% above its 5-year average of 3.70%, around the middle of its 5-year range (-0.02%–7.58%).
As of Wednesday, June 17, 2026. 33.28% below its 12-month average of 6.13%.
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MELI Average Return on Assets (ROA) Chart
MELI Current vs Average Return on Assets (ROA) Chart
MELI Return on Assets (ROA) Metrics
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA)
4.09%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG TTM
6.13%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 3Y
5.34%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 5Y
3.70%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 10Y
3.48%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 15Y
8.07%
RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 20Y
8.28%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-33.28%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-23.44%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+10.69%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+17.56%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-49.31%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-50.58%
MELI Competitors' Return on Assets (ROA)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI) | $85.84B | 4.09% | 6.13% | 5.34% | 3.70% |
| Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB)vs › | $84.36B | 9.38% | 11.97% | 14.74% | 2.11% |
| Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT)vs › | $80.27B | 9.41% | 8.99% | 8.37% | 5.31% |
| Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)vs › | $75.22B | 14.89% | 13.91% | 13.05% | 10.92% |
| General Motors Company (GM)vs › | $74.66B | 0.90% | 1.55% | 2.64% | 2.90% |
| Carvana Co. (CVNA)vs › | $71.60B | 11.59% | 6.57% | 0.31% | -1.05% |
| NIKE, Inc. (NKE)vs › | $67.20B | 6.07% | 11.88% | 13.07% | 12.59% |
| Marriott International, Inc. (MAR)vs › | $105.80B | 9.28% | 9.25% | 10.00% | 7.21% |
| Sea Limited (SE)vs › | $56.89B | 5.27% | 3.67% | -0.40% | -4.66% |
| Ford Motor Company (F)vs › | $56.48B | -2.16% | -0.39% | 0.01% | 1.09% |
Asset Efficiency
ROA
4.1%
ROE
26.4%
MercadoLibre, Inc. Return on Assets (ROA) Formula & Definition
ROA = Net Income / Total Assets
Return on assets measures how efficiently a company generates profit from its total assets.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
MercadoLibre, Inc. Return on Assets (ROA) FAQ
- What is the return on assets (ROA) for MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI)?
- The return on assets (ROA) for MELI stock is 4.09%.
- Is MercadoLibre, Inc.'s return on assets (ROA) high or low?
- MercadoLibre, Inc.'s return on assets (ROA) of 4.09% is 11% above its 5-year average of 3.70%, around the middle of its 5-year range (-0.02%–7.58%).
- What is the TTM average return on assets (ROA) for MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI)?
- The TTM average return on assets (ROA) for MELI stock is 6.13%.
- What is the 3Y average return on assets (ROA) for MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI)?
- The 3Y average return on assets (ROA) for MELI stock is 5.34%.
- What is the 5Y average return on assets (ROA) for MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI)?
- The 5Y average return on assets (ROA) for MELI stock is 3.70%.
- What is the 10Y average return on assets (ROA) for MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI)?
- The 10Y average return on assets (ROA) for MELI stock is 3.48%.
- What is the 15Y average return on assets (ROA) for MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI)?
- The 15Y average return on assets (ROA) for MELI stock is 8.07%.
- What is the 20Y average return on assets (ROA) for MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI)?
- The 20Y average return on assets (ROA) for MELI stock is 8.28%.
MercadoLibre, Inc. Return on Assets (ROA) History
| DATE | RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 4.68% |
| 2024-12-31 | 7.58% |
| 2023-12-31 | 5.60% |
| 2022-12-31 | 3.51% |
| 2021-12-31 | 0.82% |
| 2020-12-31 | -0.02% |
| 2019-12-31 | -3.60% |
| 2018-12-31 | -1.63% |
| 2017-12-31 | 0.82% |
| 2016-12-31 | 9.97% |
| 2015-12-31 | 10.54% |
| 2014-12-31 | 7.51% |
| 2013-12-31 | 19.84% |
| 2012-12-31 | 21.15% |
| 2011-12-31 | 21.57% |
| 2010-12-31 | 20.77% |
| 2009-12-31 | 18.19% |
| 2008-12-31 | 12.00% |
| 2007-12-31 | 7.21% |
| 2006-12-31 | 1.99% |
| 2005-12-31 | 5.30% |
| 2004-12-31 | 0.00% |
| 2003-12-31 | -13.28% |
| 2002-12-31 | -9.16% |
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About MercadoLibre, Inc.
MercadoLibre, Inc. operates as a prominent provider of digital commerce platforms throughout Latin America. Its primary service, the Mercado Libre Marketplace, is an automated online system allowing businesses, independent vendors, and private individuals to list merchandise and finalize sales. Supporting this, the Mercado Pago FinTech platform offers a financial technology solution, facilitating transactions both on and off its e-commerce sites by enabling users to securely send and receive online payments and transfer funds via web and mobile applications. The company further expands its financial offerings through Mercado Fondo, a service that permits users to invest balances held in their Mercado Pago accounts, and Mercado Credito, which extends credit options to qualified merchants and consumers. For logistics, Mercado Envios provides a comprehensive solution, empowering sellers on its platform to utilize third-party delivery services and other logistical partners, including warehousing and fulfillment capabilities. Beyond these core services, MercadoLibre also runs Mercado Libre Classifieds, an online classifieds platform for motor vehicles, real estate, and professional services. Mercado Libre Ads serves as an advertising platform, assisting major retailers and brands in promoting their products and services across the internet. Lastly, Mercado Shops offers a solution for users to establish, manage, and market their personalized online storefronts. Founded in 1999, MercadoLibre, Inc. is headquartered in Montevideo, Uruguay.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Specialty Retail
- CEO
- Ariel Szarfsztejn