Macerich is undergoing a major transformation, focusing on high-performing Class A malls and targeting Gen Z consumers for future growth. Despite impressive portfolio streamlining and leasing momentum, MAC remains constrained by high debt levels, elevated interest rates, and a below-average dividend yield. FFO per share is forecast to grow 11.3% in 2026 and 11.9% in 2027, with acquisitions and dispositions expected to balance out in 2026.
Macerich benefits from demand for Class A mall space as redevelopments, anchor reuse and selective acquisitions aim to lift growth despite digital and tenant pressures.
Macerich's leasing pipeline to add roughly $116M in gross revenues and lift NOI through 2028, but leverage and tenant churn remain key hurdles.
| Retail REITs Industry | Real Estate Sector | Jackson Hsieh CEO | BCBA Exchange | US5543821012 ISIN |
| US Country | 598 Employees | 15 Jun 2026 Last Dividend | 9 Nov 2009 Last Split | 9 Mar 1994 IPO Date |
Macerich is a prominent real estate investment trust (REIT) that focuses on owning, operating, and developing high-quality retail real estate. Specializing in densely populated and attractive U.S. markets, the company’s invested interests mainly include California, the Pacific Northwest, Phoenix/Scottsdale, and the Metro New York to Washington, D.C. corridor. With a robust commitment to environmental sustainability, social responsibility, and exemplary corporate governance, Macerich stands as a notable leader in the retail sector. The company’s portfolio includes 47 million square feet of real estate, primarily encompassing 44 regional town centers. Macerich’s dedication to sustainability is recognized through its #1 Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB) ranking in the North American retail sector for nine consecutive years, from 2015 to 2023, highlighting its commitment to advancing environmental and social goals within the industry.
Macerich offers a range of products and services that revolve around its core business of real estate investment, development, and management, specifically within the retail sector. The company's offerings can be broadly categorized into the following areas: