MercadoLibre Q1: The Selloff Is A Gift

I am reiterating a "buy" rating on MercadoLibre despite a 13% post-earnings drop, driven by strategic investments causing near-term margin compression while the top line accelerates. MELI's revenue growth is accelerating, with Commerce Revenue up 47% and Fintech revenue up 51% YoY, as strategic investments deepen user engagement. Margin pressure stems from expanded free shipping, credit portfolio growth, and logistics capex, but unit shipping costs and engagement metrics are improving.
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