MELI INVESTOR ALERT: Kirby McInerney LLP Investigates Potential Claims Involving MercadoLibre, Inc.

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The law firm of Kirby McInerney LLP continues its investigation on behalf of MercadoLibre, Inc, (“MercadoLibre” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ:MELI) investors concerning the Company’s and/or members of its senior management’s possible violation of the federal securities laws and other unlawful business practices.

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What Happened?

On May 7, 2026, MercadoLibre released its first quarter 2026 financial results and disclosed that loans which were “typically on average of 5 months” had now “moved to 8 months” and that the Company is “taking provisions in Brazil... related on the one hand, to extending the average term of our loans.” On this news, the price of MercadoLibre shares declined by $246.49 per share, or approximately 13.12%, from $1,879.01 per share on May 7, 2026 to close at $1,632.52 on May 8, 2026.

What Should I Do?

At this stage, no lawsuit has been filed. The investigation is ongoing to determine whether claims may be brought under federal securities laws.

If you purchased or otherwise acquired Mercado securities, have information, or would like to learn more about this investigation, please contact Lauren Molinaro of Kirby McInerney LLP by email at [e-mail], or fill out the contact form below, to discuss your rights or interests with respect to these matters at no cost.

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