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The Mercado Iaô, a multicultural event in Salvador, celebrates the city's anniversary with a special edition featuring fashion, art, gastronomy, and a concert by Timbalada.

The Mercado family in Chaco, Argentina, survives by drinking contaminated lagoon water due to a lack of clean water access.

The disorganized situation around the Mercado Modelo in Santarém, Brazil, has been addressed after public complaints aired on local news.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico is expected to significantly boost the adoption of digital payments, according to the director of Mercado Pago, who highlights the benefits over cash transactions for both safety and convenience.

Anvisa seized various health-related products at a Mercado Livre logistics center in Brazil during a regulatory inspection.

Anvisa has seized irregular medical devices, cosmetics, and food items during an inspection at a Mercado Livre logistics center in Brazil.

A deputy in Argentina caused a security scare when a package containing a compressed air rifle he ordered online was mistakenly sent to the Congress instead of his home.

Mercado Libre has announced a significant $115 million investment to build a new storage center in Escobar, Argentina, aimed at enhancing its capacity to handle e-commerce demands.

Mercado Libre, in collaboration with Plaza Logística, has announced a US$ 115 million investment for the construction of a new logistics center in Escobar, Argentina.

A truck fire on the Presidente Dutra highway in Jacareí, SP, caused significant traffic delays of up to 10 kilometers, although no injuries were reported.

The financial market's confidence has been shaken by the volatility in oil prices due to the conflict in Iran, leading to a more cautious outlook on Brazil's Copom monetary policy meeting.

Mercado Novo in Belo Horizonte has transformed from a struggling marketplace into a vibrant hub for bars and food since 2018.

Feira D, celebrating Brazilian creativity and design, will take place at the Mercado de Origem in Manaus from April 9 to 12, 2026, focusing on themes of luck and cultural identity.

Martín de los Santos, CFO of Mercado Libre, discusses the economic direction of Argentina, advocating for open competition while highlighting the challenges faced by the company.

Police in Buenos Aires arrested five individuals for drug trafficking, who were using Mercado Pago for transactions, leading to their detection during recent operations.

The Argentine government has decided to archive the case regarding the conflict between Mercado Libre and Temu following an administrative hearing that led to an agreement between the two e-commerce platforms.

Mercado Libre plans to invest US$ 3.4 billion in Argentina in 2026, creating 1,900 new jobs as part of its expansion strategy.

Mercado Libre will invest US$3.4 billion and create 1,900 new jobs in Argentina as part of its 2026 plan to enhance logistics infrastructure and fintech operations.

Two community dogs, Rajadinha and Cara Preta, have been missing since January 28, and the investigation suggests company employees may have been involved in their disappearance.

Mercado Libre addressed user reports of fluctuating product prices, attributing the variations to 'promotion testing' rather than a dynamic pricing model.

Mercado Libre has introduced a new Affiliate and Creators Program in Argentina, allowing users to earn a commission by promoting products sold on its platform.

The MEP Dollar is trading at $1435.50 for buying and $1439.50 for selling on Sunday, March 8, 2026.

A sponsor of BBB 26, Mercado Pago, faced backlash for posting an image suggesting a romantic relationship between contestants Alberto and Jonas, leading to accusations of homophobia.

Marcos Galperín, founder and CEO of Mercado Libre, defended Lionel Messi after the football star faced criticism for meeting with Donald Trump at the White House.

Marcos Galperin, founder of Mercado Libre, cautioned that the app might lose relevance due to rapid advancements in artificial intelligence.

Traditional banks are increasingly focusing on consolidating their digital strategy to adapt to technological trends and user needs.

Ecuadorian talent Patrick Mercado expresses his excitement about joining Sevilla FC after the 2026 World Cup, emphasizing the dream of many young players to reach European football.

Spanish club Sevilla has reached a preliminary agreement to acquire Ecuadorian midfielder Patrik Mercado from Independiente del Valle, although the transfer will only be finalized in the summer transfer window of 2026/27.

Influencer Viih Tube warns her followers about a scam that cost her nearly R$ 7,000 while trying to sell a sofa online.

Viih Tube, a Brazilian influencer, lost R$ 6,800 in an online scam while attempting to sell a sofa.

Mercado Libre has opened its first logistics center in China to enhance cross-border commerce and control costs amid increasing competition.

Mercado Libre's stock fell over 8% after disappointing earnings reports that failed to meet investor expectations despite a 45% annual increase in revenue for 2025.

Mercado Libre's shares dropped 10% following disappointing earnings results that fell below analyst expectations.

Ecuadorian midfielder Patrik Mercado is in talks to join Sevilla FC following the 2026 World Cup, with reports of a preliminary agreement between his current club Independiente del Valle and the Spanish team.

Mercado Libre's quarterly earnings were disappointing, leading to over a 5% decline in its stock price in after-market trading despite record sales.

Mercado Libre achieved significant financial success in 2025, reporting revenues of US$28.9 billion and notable growth in its fintech operations.

A startup founded by two Argentines raised US$ 66 million in its Series A funding round, marking the largest investment in the region to date.

Mayor Paulinho Freire of Natal announced the permanent opening of Mercado da Redinha, which faced potential closure after a temporary reopening for the tourist season in 2025.

A Bahian teacher's research contributed to the samba plot of the Beija-flor de Nilópolis school at the Rio Carnival 2026, celebrating the Bembé do Mercado, the largest street candomblé in the world.

Mercado Libre evacuated a warehouse after receiving a suspicious package, activating internal security protocols and alerting authorities.

An investigation reveals that the removal and abandonment of dogs from the Mercado Livre facility was a planned operation involving hired individuals and a rented vehicle.

The Bembé do Mercado, the largest street candomblé in the world, was celebrated by Beija-Flor de Nilópolis in their recent carnival parade in Rio de Janeiro.

Two community dogs that disappeared from the Mercado Livre distribution center were found in Campo Largo, approximately 20 km from their home base in Araucária, Brazil.

The Fish Market in São João, Teresina, is bustling this Ash Wednesday as Lent begins, with consistent prices for popular fish among locals.

Mercado Livre has terminated employees linked to the disappearance of three community dogs from its distribution center in Araucária, Brazil, with an investigation ongoing.

The Cauxi Eletrizado event in Manaus, Brazil, brought together hundreds of people to celebrate local music and cultural identity.

The second day of parades at Rio's Carnival celebrated Rita Lee and Bembé do Mercado alongside various other festivities and highlights.

The second day of Rio's Carnival parades celebrated Rita Lee and Bembé do Mercado with a multitude of vibrant performances and emotional moments, while various celebrities were spotlighted in the festivities.

Brazilian police are investigating the disappearance of three community dogs from a parking lot of an e-commerce company, Mercado Livre, in Paraná.

Mobile phone prices showed minor changes following the import tariff elimination, with some reductions observed, particularly among online resellers.