The Macerich (MAC) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
MAC - The Macerich Company
$23.05
0.51 (2.26%)
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5d:
+1.81%
30d:
-1.58%
90d:
-8.82%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 03, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: MAC is fairly valued with market pricing in 3.2% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
📊 HOLD: MAC is fairly valued with market pricing in 3.2% annual growth. Fine to hold or accumulate slowly on dips.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: MAC is currently trading at $23.05, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $22.45 to $23.65. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 364.1) is in line with its historical norms (331.2). At these levels, the market is pricing in 3.2% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MAC is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $23.09. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: MAC scores 72/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $27.07 (+17.4%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MAC is in a strong uptrend. The price is approaching resistance at $23.09. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: MAC scores 72/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $27.07 (+17.4%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$22.45 -
$23.65
Company Quality Score
66/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
81.9%
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- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (72/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($27.07)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 3.2% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- CAUTION: Bottoming setup, but lagging the sector by 14% over 20 days — wait for relative strength
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$22.45 -
$23.65
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$22.04
Resistance Level
$23.09
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 2, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
364.14
Wall Street Target
$27.07
(+17.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
1.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
3971.1%
Profit Margin
-16.5%
Valuation Premium vs History
+3.2% premium
PE vs Historical
364.1 vs 331.2
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+3.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$23.79
(+3%)
2-Year Target
$24.55
(+7%)
3-Year Target
$25.33
(+10%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 364→331)
PE COMPRESSION
$23.04
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
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Last updated: October 03, 2026 1:38 PM ET
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