MercadoLibre, Inc. Dividends | Yield & Payout

For MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI), the latest fiscal-year data shows a dividend yield of 0.19% and a payout ratio of 192.28%. Together, these metrics help you judge how much earnings are returned as dividends and whether the payout looks supported. Review the FY summary and payout history tables below to see the trend over time.

Dividend Performance Chart

Dividend Summary (FY)

7 years
Metric (FY)2017201620152014201320122011
Dividends per share (FY)$0.60$0.60$0.40$0.68$0.56$0.44$0.32
Dividend yield (FY) %0.19%0.35%0.42%0.50%0.50%0.52%0.30%
Payout ratio (FY) %192.28%17.91%19.83%38.99%20.21%17.75%13.80%

Dividend Payout History

28 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2018-01-16December 28, 172017-12-31$0.15
2017-10-16September 28, 172017-09-30$0.15
2017-07-17June 28, 172017-06-30$0.15
2017-04-17March 29, 172017-03-31$0.15
2017-01-16December 28, 162016-12-31$0.15
2016-10-14September 28, 162016-09-30$0.15
2016-07-15June 28, 162016-06-30$0.15
2016-04-15March 29, 162016-03-31$0.15
2016-01-15December 29, 152015-12-31$0.10
2015-10-15September 28, 152015-09-30$0.10
2015-07-15June 26, 152015-06-30$0.10
2015-04-15March 27, 152015-03-31$0.10
2015-01-15December 29, 142014-12-31$0.17
2014-10-15September 26, 142014-09-30$0.17
2014-07-15June 26, 142014-06-30$0.17
2014-04-15March 27, 142014-03-31$0.17
2014-01-15December 27, 132013-12-31$0.14
2013-10-15September 26, 132013-09-30$0.14
2013-07-15June 26, 132013-06-28$0.14
2013-04-15March 26, 132013-03-29$0.14
2013-01-15December 27, 122012-12-31$0.11
2012-10-15September 26, 122012-09-28$0.11
2012-07-16June 27, 122012-06-29$0.11
2012-04-16March 28, 122012-03-30$0.11
2012-01-16December 28, 112011-12-30$0.08
2011-10-15September 28, 112011-09-30$0.08
2011-07-15June 28, 112011-06-30$0.08
2011-04-15March 29, 112011-03-31$0.08

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MercadoLibre, Inc.'s current dividend yield and payout ratio?

The dividend yield shows how much MercadoLibre, Inc. returns to shareholders relative to its stock price, while the payout ratio indicates how much of its earnings are distributed. Monitoring these metrics helps investors evaluate whether the dividend is sustainable and supported by earnings or cash flow.

How has MercadoLibre, Inc.'s dividend changed over the last 5 years?

By reviewing the historical dividend payouts for MercadoLibre, Inc., investors can identify trends in growth or cuts. Consistent or rising dividends over time often signal financial stability, while decreasing dividends may indicate potential risks or shifts in business strategy. Use the FY summary and payout history tables to track changes across multiple years.

Is MercadoLibre, Inc. a high-yield stock compared to its industry peers?

Comparing MercadoLibre, Inc.'s dividend yield with similar companies in the same sector helps gauge relative attractiveness. A higher yield can be appealing for income-focused investors, but it's important to assess sustainability alongside profitability and balance-sheet strength. Use the related peers section to benchmark dividend yield and payout characteristics.

Can MercadoLibre, Inc. maintain its dividend during market downturns?

Analyzing MercadoLibre, Inc.'s liquidity, cash flow, and debt levels provides insight into whether it can sustain dividend payments during economic volatility. Stocks with strong financial health are more likely to maintain consistent dividends even when markets fluctuate. Pair dividend metrics with the FY payout ratio and the multi-year history tables for context.

Should I consider MercadoLibre, Inc. dividends as part of my long-term investment strategy?

Investors often include MercadoLibre, Inc. dividends in a long-term portfolio to generate passive income. Assessing dividend yield, payout ratio, growth history, and financial stability helps determine whether the company fits an income-focused or total-return investment strategy. Review the dividend summary and payout history tables to validate consistency over time.