en.Wedoany.com Reported - Mercado Libre announced plans to invest $4.6 billion in Mexico in 2026, setting a new annual investment record for the company in the country, a 35% increase from 2025.
The funds will be allocated to logistics infrastructure upgrades, technology research and development, financial product innovation, and market expansion within Mexico. As part of the investment plan, Mercado Libre expects to create 8,500 new jobs in 2026, primarily in the logistics department and corporate operations roles at Mercado Libre and Mercado Pago. By the end of 2026, the company's total workforce in Mexico is expected to exceed 42,000 employees.
David Geisen, General Manager of Mercado Libre México and Senior Vice President of Commerce for Spanish-speaking Latin America, stated that the investment aims to strengthen the digital ecosystem the company has built in Mexico. He noted that this is not only a record budget but also reflects the company's ongoing commitment to driving the digital transformation of Mexico's ecosystem. The enhanced logistics, innovation, and financial solutions are already helping millions of users, entrepreneurs, and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) grow, while improving the user experience.
The company revealed that the funds will be used for capital expenditures and operating costs. Key focus areas include expanding the logistics network, developing new technology solutions, strengthening digital financial services, and improving the experience for sellers and consumers. Including this investment, Mercado Libre's cumulative total investment in Mexico since 2020 will exceed $14 billion, further highlighting Mexico's strategic importance in the company's regional development strategy.
Mexico is currently Mercado Libre's second-largest market in Latin America and holds strategic significance for the company's regional growth. Company data shows that among Mexican SMEs operating on its platform, 45% consider the platform their primary source of revenue. Over one million SMEs are leveraging the Mercado Libre and Mercado Pago ecosystem to sell products, manage payments, and expand their business reach. The company stated it will continue to focus on innovation, technology, and talent to expand the coverage of e-commerce and digital financial services in Mexico, meeting the growing digital needs of businesses and consumers.
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