Mexico’s Antitrust Watchdog Investigates MercadoLibre (MELI)

Core Insights - MercadoLibre, Inc. (NASDAQ:MELI) is recognized as one of the top long-term investment options on NASDAQ, despite facing scrutiny from Mexico's antitrust authority, Cofece, regarding competition barriers for sellers on its platform [1][2]. Regulatory Investigation - Cofece conducted an investigation into MercadoLibre's practices, revealing that the company does not adequately inform sellers about the selection process for featured products [3]. - The investigation highlighted that sellers utilizing MercadoLibre's logistics services gain increased visibility for their products [3]. - Despite the findings, Cofece did not reach a consensus to impose sanctions on MercadoLibre, citing uncertainty about the potential benefits for consumers and small businesses [2]. Business Performance - In Q2 2025, MercadoLibre's commerce segment in Mexico showed robust growth, with a 36% year-over-year increase in items sold, marking the fastest growth rate in nearly two years [4]. - The company maintains its position as the leading e-commerce and financial technology provider in Latin America, operating in 18 countries [4].