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Macerich Advances Path Forward Plan with Key Acquisitions

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  • Macerich executed its Path Forward Plan by acquiring interests and selling properties.
  • Despite a net loss, Macerich maintained strong leasing performance and high occupancy.
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Macerich Advances Path Forward Plan with Key Acquisitions

The latest announcement is out from Macerich ( (MAC) ).

In the fourth quarter of 2024, Macerich made significant strides in executing its Path Forward Plan, which includes simplifying its business, improving operational performance, and reducing leverage. The company acquired a 40% interest in the Pacific Premier Retail Trust portfolio for $122 million, completed a public offering of 23 million shares raising approximately $454 million, and sold several properties to improve its balance sheet. Despite a net loss of $211.2 million for the quarter, Macerich maintained a strong leasing performance with a portfolio occupancy of 94.1% and signed leases for 3.7 million square feet of space throughout the year.

More about Macerich

The Macerich Company is a prominent owner, operator, and developer of high-quality retail real estate, primarily focusing on regional retail centers in densely populated U.S. markets such as California, the Pacific Northwest, Phoenix/Scottsdale, and the Metro New York to Washington, D.C. corridor. The company is committed to environmental sustainability, social responsibility, and strong corporate governance, having achieved a #1 GRESB ranking for the North American retail sector for ten consecutive years.

YTD Price Performance: -0.59%

Average Trading Volume: 1,902,123

Technical Sentiment Consensus Rating: Sell

Current Market Cap: $5.2B

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