Evercore ISI Upgrades MAC to Outperform with $26 Target, Implied Upside
Sep 21, 2026, 8:35 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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The MAC upgrade from a credible shop (Evercore ISI) to Outperform with a $26 target implies ~15%+ upside from current levels and could trigger a re-rating if price momentum follows the rating catalyst.
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Evercore ISI upgrades Macerich (MAC) from In-Line to Outperform with a $26 target, while MAC traded around $22.63 Friday. The upgrade suggests improving sentiment for mall REITs and could propel a near-term move toward the target if momentum persists. Risks include mall headwinds and whether fundamentals support valuation expansion.
Evercore ISI upgrades MAC to Outperform; target $26; MAC closed $22.63.
Upgrade signals improved sentiment for MAC among mall REIT peers.
Implied upside about 15-16% to the $26 target from current price.
No MAC fundamentals disclosed in the piece; momentum from ratings could drive moves.
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