The technology company Mercado Libre announced that it will invest $3.4 billion in Argentina during 2026 with the objective of expanding its logistics infrastructure, strengthening its e-commerce platform and deepening the development of its fintech ecosystem. The plan also envisages the creation of 1,900 new jobs in the country
.The announcement was made during Argentina Week 2026, an event that takes place in the United States to promote investments. There, the president of Mercado Libre in Argentina, Juan Martín de la Serna, assured that the company maintains the conviction to continue betting on the country and highlighted the importance of continuing to expand the logistics network and digital financial services.
As explained by the company, the disbursement will include capital assets and operating expenses primarily intended for new storage centers, technological improvements to the e-commerce platform and the growth of Mercado Pago, the group's financial arm
.Currently, Mercado Libre has more than 16,700 employees in Argentina and maintains a strong presence within the entrepreneurial ecosystem. According to company data, more than 2.7 million Argentine SMEs and entrepreneurs sell products through
