The Macerich Company

Frequently Asked Questions About MAC

What does MAC invest in?

Macerich operates as a comprehensive, self-managed real estate investment trust (REIT) that independently oversees all aspects of its operations. Its core focus is on the acquisition, leasing, management, development, and revitalization of regional shopping malls throughout the United States. The company currently holds interests in 47 regional retail complexes, representing a total portfolio of 51 million square feet of real estate. Macerich specializes in high-performing retail properties located within America's most sought-after and populous markets, boasting a significant footprint particularly across the West Coast, Arizona, Chicago, and the corridor extending from Metropolitan New York to Washington, D.C. A consistent leader in environmental sustainability, Macerich earned the top GRESB ranking in the North American Retail Sector for an impressive five consecutive years, from 2015 to 2019.

What is the expense ratio of MAC?

An expense ratio for The Macerich Company (MAC) is not available from our data sources — neither our market-data feed nor the SEC's structured prospectus and annual-report datasets report one for this share class. The fund's prospectus on the issuer's site carries the authoritative fee.

How big is MAC?

The Macerich Company (MAC) manages $7.57B in total assets. AUM determines bid-ask liquidity and the fund's vulnerability to closure — funds below ~$50M are at higher risk of liquidation.

Is MAC actively managed or an index fund?

MAC's management style is described in the fund's prospectus. See the description on the Summary tab for the published strategy.

When was MAC launched?

The Macerich Company (MAC) launched in March 1994 and is managed by the fund issuer.

How has MAC performed?

MAC's total return — price change plus reinvested distributions — is charted at the top of this page. Switch the price chart to Total Return and pick a 1-year, 3-year, 5-year, or 10-year window to read the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over each horizon.