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Mercado Libre to Invest $3.4 Billion in Argentina in 2026, Create 1,900 Jobs

The larger outlay—about 30% above 2025—signals confidence in Argentina under newly installed CEO Ariel Szarfsztejn.

Overview

  • The pledge was announced at Argentina Week in New York with President Javier Milei attending.
  • Funds will prioritize new storage centers, a broader logistics network, platform upgrades, and expanded Mercado Pago services.
  • The company said the program covers both capital expenditures and operating costs.
  • The commitment represents an increase over last year’s plan and follows Szarfsztejn’s January 1 transition to CEO.
  • Local reporting indicates Rosario is a leading candidate for a new distribution hub, with lease negotiations reactivated early this year.