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Brazil鈥檚 digital economy is rapidly evolving, fueled in part by ecommerce growth. Our three-report collection explores key trends and opportunities shaping Brazil鈥檚 commerce landscape in 2025.

Mercado Libre will grow its headcount by 33% this year to solidify Latin America ecommerce dominance: The company looks to strengthen its business in Brazil, Mexico, and Argentina鈥攊ts three largest markets.

Understanding the nuances of how and where Latin America鈥檚 293.2 million digital buyers spend their money online is key for brands and retailers to succeed in the world鈥檚 second-fastest-growing region for ecommerce.

Our expanded Latin America retail and ecommerce coverage now includes breakouts for 16 markets across Mexico, Central America, and South America. Brazil and Mexico will drive the bulk of net new ecommerce sales this year with a combined regional market share of 75.2%.

Brazil is Latin America鈥檚 largest retail ecommerce market by total sales volume and will be this year鈥檚 third-fastest-growing digital economy worldwide. Understanding the nuances of how and where Brazil鈥檚 diverse consumer base spends its money online is key for brands and retailers to thrive in this highly competitive ecommerce market.

At $22.25 billion, digital advertising is advancing unabated in Latin America this year. Double-digit gains in video and retail media ad spending, as well as improving economic conditions in Brazil and Mexico, will help take the regional market to new heights. Here are the latest trends you need to know.

Brazil鈥檚 digital economy continues to thrive, driven by shifting advertising trends and increased social media usage. This report series explores key media consumption trends in Brazil in 2025.

Brazil had the highest share, accounting for 52.1% of internet users visiting travel sites. Booking, Airbnb, and LATAM Airlines rank among the top 15 most-visited ecommerce sites in Brazil.

While Argentina is opening its economy to foreign businesses, Brazil and Mexico are taking steps to curb the growing popularity of Asia-based ecommerce platforms like Shopee, AliExpress, Shein, and Temu. Argentina eliminated tariffs on international ecommerce purchases up to $400 for personal use and raised the tax-exempt purchase limit from $1,000 to $3,000 in December 2024.

This sets the scene for Google to expand payment capabilities like buy now, pay later (BNPL) in the market and sell its other services to the 165.0 million adults in Brazil who have signed up for Pix as of February 2025, per Central Bank of Brazil data cited by Payments and Commerce Market Intelligence (PCMI). Simplified remittances.

In our exclusive survey with ESW, data from shoppers in 18 countries reveals new twists in the path to purchase, the rising momentum of marketplaces, and the resilience of age-old fundamentals.

Companies that can successfully navigate and adapt to rapidly evolving local market conditions will be best positioned to capitalize on growth opportunities in Latin America鈥檚 thriving retail ecommerce market. Sources. ESW. Google. PwC. US Census Bureau.