Debt-to-Equity Ratio
Higher than 29% of Consumer Cyclical sector peers
Updated 23h ago
Sector Performance
29th percentileMELI
0.33x
Sector Median
0.77x
Sector Avg
2.56x
Deep Analysis
MercadoLibre's Debt-to-Equity ratio of 0.33x means the company has $0.33 of debt for every $1 of shareholders' equity — a low level of leverage that indicates conservative financing.
This is well below the Consumer Cyclical sector median of 0.77x, placing the company in the 29th percentile of peers, meaning it carries less debt than 71% of comparable firms. The year-over-year change is N/A and the quarter-over-quarter change is N/A, so there is no available trend data to assess how this metric has shifted over the past eight quarters. The combination of a low current ratio with no trend information implies that the company currently faces limited financial risk from debt, but investors cannot evaluate whether this position is improving or deteriorating. This metric directly supports the overall BULLISH verdict, as a low debt-to-equity ratio reduces default risk and interest expense pressure, strengthening the investment case.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about MELI?
Shows how much a company is financing its operations through debt vs shareholder funds. High D/E can amplify returns — and losses.
How is the Debt-to-Equity Ratio calculated?
Debt-to-Equity Ratio is calculated as: Total Debt / Shareholders' Equity.
How does MELI's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?
MELI's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.33x compares to a Consumer Cyclical sector median of 0.77x, placing it in the 29th percentile.
Who are MELI's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest Consumer Cyclical peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: GOEV (0.34x), ABNB (0.33x), EVGO (0.32x), COLM (0.30x), SE (0.28x).
The Formula
Total Debt / Shareholders' Equity
Why It Matters
Shows how much a company is financing its operations through debt vs shareholder funds. High D/E can amplify returns — and losses.
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0.33x
Sector Median
0.77x
Sector Avg
2.56x
How MELI's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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