Mercadolibre Surges 3.2% as Trading Volume Dips 25% to $1.98B Ranks 38th in Daily Volume

On October 2, 2025, Mercadolibre (MELI) closed with a 3.20% gain as trading volume dropped by 25.21% to $1.98 billion, ranking it 38th among stocks by daily volume. The e-commerce giant's performance contrasted with broader market trends, driven by renewed investor confidence in its Latin American marketplace dominance following recent operational updates.

Analysts noted the volume contraction reflected reduced short-term speculative activity, while the price rebound suggested stabilization in core business metrics. The stock's positioning in the mid-cap trading-volume bracket indicated mixed institutional activity, with long-term holders maintaining strategic positions amid sector volatility.

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