MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI) FCF Payout Ratio: 0.28%
Is MercadoLibre, Inc.’s FCF payout ratio high or low?
MercadoLibre, Inc.'s FCF payout ratio of 0.28% is 97% below its 5-year average of 9.14%, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.36%–21.63%).
The FCF payout ratio for MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI) is 0.28%. It is below its 12-month average by 55.69% (0.63%).
MELI FCF Payout Ratio Chart
MELI Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart
MELI Current vs Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart
MELI FCF Payout Ratio Metrics
FCF PAYOUT RATIO
0.28%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG TTM
0.63%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 3Y
4.97%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 5Y
9.14%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 10Y
18.62%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 15Y
18.62%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 20Y
18.62%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-55.69%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-94.37%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-96.94%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-98.50%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-98.50%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-98.50%
Payout Ratio Comparison
FCF Payout Ratio
0.3%
Earnings Payout Ratio
1.5%
Dividend Yield
0.04%
FCF Yield
13.16%
Annual FCF Payout Ratio History
| Year | Free Cash Flow | Dividends Paid | FCF Payout Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10.77B | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2024 | $7.06B | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2023 | $4.63B | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2022 | $2.48B | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2021 | $355.55M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2020 | $935.41M | $3.36M | 0.4% |
| 2019 | $314.22M | $2.84M | 0.9% |
| 2018 | $133.15M | $6.62M | 5.0% |
| 2017 | $194.13M | $26.50M | 13.6% |
| 2016 | $112.89M | $24.42M | 21.6% |
| 2015 | $157.09M | $20.97M | 13.4% |
| 2014 | $161.51M | $28.30M | 17.5% |
| 2013 | $28.30M | $23.75M | 83.9% |
| 2012 | $121.75M | $17.97M | 14.8% |
| 2011 | $70.22M | $10.59M | 15.1% |
| 2010 | $54.27M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2009 | $44.95M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2008 | $49.58M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2007 | $3.68M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2006 | $3.71M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2005 | $1.43M | $0 | 0.0% |
| 2004 | ($3.42M) | $0 | N/A (Loss) |
| 2003 | ($900,000) | $0 | N/A (Loss) |
| 2002 | $0 | $0 | N/A (Loss) |
Formula: FCF Payout Ratio = Dividends Paid / Free Cash Flow × 100
FCF payout and earnings payout:
- FCF represents operating cash flow after capital expenditures
- FCF payout compares dividends paid with free cash flow
- FCF payout above 100% means dividends paid exceeded free cash flow for the period
- Earnings payout compares dividends paid with net income
Reading the series: Use the chart and table to compare dividend payments with cash generation over time.
MercadoLibre, Inc. FCF Payout Ratio Formula & Definition
FCF Payout Ratio measures what percentage of free cash flow is paid out as dividends. Unlike earnings-based payout, it compares dividends with cash generated after capital expenditures.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
MercadoLibre, Inc. FCF Payout Ratio FAQ
- What is the FCF payout ratio for MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI)?
- The FCF payout ratio for MELI stock is 0.28%.
- Is MercadoLibre, Inc.'s FCF payout ratio high or low?
- MercadoLibre, Inc.'s FCF payout ratio of 0.28% is 97% below its 5-year average of 9.14%, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.36%–21.63%).
- What is the TTM average FCF payout ratio for MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI)?
- The TTM average FCF payout ratio for MELI stock is 0.63%.
- What is the 3Y average FCF payout ratio for MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI)?
- The 3Y average FCF payout ratio for MELI stock is 4.97%.
- What is the 5Y average FCF payout ratio for MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI)?
- The 5Y average FCF payout ratio for MELI stock is 9.14%.
- What is the 10Y average FCF payout ratio for MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI)?
- The 10Y average FCF payout ratio for MELI stock is 18.62%.
- What is the 15Y average FCF payout ratio for MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI)?
- The 15Y average FCF payout ratio for MELI stock is 18.62%.
- What is the 20Y average FCF payout ratio for MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI)?
- The 20Y average FCF payout ratio for MELI stock is 18.62%.
MercadoLibre, Inc. FCF Payout Ratio History
| DATE | FCF PAYOUT RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2020-12-31 | 0.36% |
| 2019-12-31 | 0.91% |
| 2018-12-31 | 4.97% |
| 2017-12-31 | 13.65% |
| 2016-12-31 | 21.63% |
| 2015-12-31 | 13.35% |
| 2014-12-31 | 17.52% |
| 2013-12-31 | 83.94% |
| 2012-12-31 | 14.76% |
| 2011-12-31 | 15.09% |
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