Fools Stay Optimistic in the Face of Fear

Following a significant market sell-off where the Nasdaq-100 fell 6.36% on Thursday, the index rebounded 3.40% on Monday. The article advocates for maintaining an optimistic, long-term investment approach during market downturns, emphasizing that patient investors who continue buying through dips have historically benefited. Historical examples include Intuitive Surgical rising 53-fold since 2006 and MercadoLibre rising more than fivefold since 2009 when purchased during market corrections.

11/11/2026, 9:45 AM • The Motley Fool

MercadoLibre: 3 Key Takeaways for Long-Term Investors

MercadoLibre reported Q3 2026 results with 41% FX-neutral revenue growth and $676M operating income. The company sacrificed 40 basis points of operating margin to invest in logistics expansion (20% increase in fulfillment capacity) and affiliate marketing in Brazil (240% YoY order growth). Despite upfront costs, shipping per unit in Brazil fell 5% YoY. The credit portfolio grew 62% YoY with stable non-performing loans at 7%, leveraging first-party marketplace data for risk assessment.

11/08/2026, 8:44 PM • The Motley Fool

MercadoLibre's Profits Fall Again. What It Means for Investors

MercadoLibre's stock fell 12% after reporting strong 45% revenue growth to $10.75 billion, but declining profits due to heavy investments in free shipping, logistics, and credit services. While top-line metrics and market share gains are positive, narrowing margins and earnings miss ($8.83 vs. $9.27 estimate) frustrated investors. The stock is now down 42% from its 2025 peak, trading at its cheapest valuation in over two years, with analysts suggesting the sell-off may present a buying opportunity if the company's investments eventually drive profit growth.

11/07/2026, 1:45 PM • The Motley Fool

Advance Auto Parts vs. MercadoLibre: Does Retailer Turnaround or Transformation Make a Stock a Better Buy for 2027?

The article compares Advance Auto Parts, a struggling North American auto parts retailer attempting a turnaround, with MercadoLibre, a high-growth Latin American e-commerce and fintech platform. While MercadoLibre shows impressive 39% revenue growth and strong cash flow, it trades at a premium valuation (P/E 40.5x). Advance Auto Parts faces headwinds with declining revenue but offers a lower valuation (P/E 27.73x) and potential upside if its restructuring plan succeeds. The author recommends Advance Auto Parts as a better buy for long-term investors seeking a turnaround play at a reasonable price.

11/07/2026, 8:37 AM • The Motley Fool

MercadoLibre Plunged After Earnings. Here's Why I'm Not Selling.

MercadoLibre's stock fell 12% after Q3 earnings despite 45% revenue growth to $10.75 billion, as operating margins compressed to 6.3% from 9.8% year-over-year due to investments in fulfillment capacity, free shipping, and marketing. The author maintains a bullish outlook, viewing the margin pressure as temporary strategic investments rather than fundamental business deterioration, and notes the lending portfolio remains healthy with credit quality stable.

11/06/2026, 8:22 AM • The Motley Fool

My Top 5 Stocks to Buy Before 2027 and Hold for a Decade

The article recommends five stocks for long-term buy-and-hold investors: Target (trading at a bargain valuation with recovery potential), Dutch Bros (rapidly expanding coffee chain with growth plans to 7,000 stores), MercadoLibre (Latin American e-commerce and fintech leader showing strong momentum), e.l.f. Beauty (young cosmetics company with 36% sales growth and margin expansion), and On Holding (athletic wear newcomer gaining market share with premium positioning). All five are positioned as having excellent 10-year wealth creation potential despite recent market volatility.

11/04/2026, 6:45 AM • The Motley Fool

Down 38%, Is MercadoLibre Stock a Better Buy than SpaceX and the "Magnificent Seven" Stocks in November?

MercadoLibre, down 38% from highs, is growing faster than the Magnificent Seven stocks despite recent profitability pressures. The company is investing aggressively to capture market share in Latin America's underpenetrated e-commerce and digital finance markets, with strong engagement metrics and a dual-platform flywheel strategy positioning it for long-term growth potential.

11/04/2026, 4:15 AM • The Motley Fool

3 Stocks That Will Move the Market This Week

Three major earnings reports this week will shape market direction: AMD reports strong AI infrastructure growth with 42% revenue increase expected; Apple faces scrutiny as a $5 trillion company with modest 11% revenue growth guidance; and MercadoLibre navigates Latin American market volatility following Brazil's election results.

11/02/2026, 6:07 AM • The Motley Fool

MercadoLibre and Dutch Bros Have Fallen More Than 30% From Their Record Highs. Here's Why Both Are Worth Buying Now.

MercadoLibre and Dutch Bros stocks have declined significantly from their record highs but present buying opportunities. MercadoLibre, Latin America's e-commerce leader, has fallen 37% due to recent profitability declines despite strong revenue growth. Dutch Bros, an expanding coffee chain with 1,225 stores, has dropped 49% amid guidance concerns and coffee cost worries, but maintains positive same-store sales growth and ambitious expansion plans.

11/01/2026, 5:30 AM • The Motley Fool

After Meta, Could These Be Wall Street’s Next Blockbuster Stock Splits?

Following Meta's announcement of a 2-for-1 stock split, the article explores whether other high-performing tech companies might follow suit. Micron Technology and MercadoLibre are highlighted as potential candidates for future stock splits, given their strong financial performance and high share prices, though stock split timing remains unpredictable.

10/31/2026, 4:33 PM • The Motley Fool

Tech Stocks Are Selling Off. Here's Why I'd Rather Own MercadoLibre Than Any "Magnificent Seven" Stock.

As tech stocks face a selloff due to rising interest rates and AI infrastructure costs, the author argues MercadoLibre offers a compelling alternative. Unlike Amazon, MercadoLibre avoids massive cloud infrastructure spending while maintaining Amazon-like growth potential in Latin America's e-commerce and fintech markets. Despite recent margin cuts and loan expansion pressures, the company's smaller size and history of turning adversity into opportunity position it for outperformance versus the Magnificent Seven.

10/31/2026, 5:05 AM • The Motley Fool

DoorDash vs. MercadoLibre: Which Consumer Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

The article compares DoorDash and MercadoLibre as investment options for 2026. While MercadoLibre trades at a lower valuation multiple and generates significantly higher free cash flow ($10.8B vs $2.2B), DoorDash is recommended as the better buy due to the U.S. market's greater resilience during economic downturns compared to Latin America's exposure to high inflation, currency volatility, and rising debt levels.

10/28/2026, 8:54 AM • The Motley Fool

Breakfast News: Delivery King Eyes Grocery Carts

DoorDash is in talks to acquire Instacart for approximately $17 billion to expand into grocery delivery and compete with Walmart and Amazon. Meta is raising $35 billion through a stock sale to fund its massive AI infrastructure investments, with Nvidia investing $3 billion in the offering. Brazilian political uncertainty caused selloffs in MercadoLibre and Nu Holdings due to concerns about government spending and currency weakness. Several major companies report earnings this week including Visa, Enphase Energy, and NXP Semiconductors.

10/27/2026, 7:30 AM • The Motley Fool

Brazil Stocks Plunged. Should You Buy the Dip in MercadoLibre?

Brazilian stocks fell sharply following Lula's election victory, with the Brazil ETF dropping 19.8% and MercadoLibre declining 7.8%. Despite the sell-off, the article argues MercadoLibre remains a compelling buy given its strong fundamentals, including 30 consecutive quarters of 30%+ revenue growth, reasonable forward P/E valuation of 30, and expanding fintech operations across Latin America.

10/27/2026, 2:30 AM • The Motley Fool

MercadoLibre vs. Uber Technologies: Comparing Recent Quarterly Revenue Trends

MercadoLibre and Uber Technologies both demonstrated steady revenue growth over the past two years, with Uber maintaining higher absolute revenue but MercadoLibre growing at a faster rate. MercadoLibre's revenue nearly doubled from Q3 2024 to Q2 2026, while Uber grew approximately 12% annually. The revenue gap between the two companies is narrowing, though Uber still commands roughly double MercadoLibre's scale. MercadoLibre faces political and economic risks in Latin America, while Uber navigates uncertainty around autonomous vehicle integration despite solid rideshare and delivery growth.

10/26/2026, 5:15 PM • The Motley Fool