MAC Dividend History & Analysis | 3.9% Yield

MAC has a dividend yield of 3.9% and paid 0.68 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 3.88%
Payout Ratio 188.9%
Growth Rate CAGR 5y 3.18%
Consistency Lifetime 92.2%
Yield on Cost 5y 6.44%
Payout FCF 65.5%
Streak Years 32
Dividend Rating 63.69%

Dividends Cash Amount per Share Yearly

This chart shows the yearly cash amount paid as dividends per share. The exact values for each year can be found in the structured dataset with the html-id #yearly_dividend_dataset below.
Dividend Growth Year over Year This chart shows the annual dividend growth rate compared to the previous year.
5 Years Chart with Price and Dividend Yield This chart shows the dividend yield and price over time. Price is displayed as gray area (left axis), yield as dark blue line (right axis), and average yield as orange dashed line.
■ Yield (right) | ■ Price (left) | ┅ Avg Yield
Total Return 12m: -1.3%
Total Return 5y: 85.8%

Top Dividend Payers in Retail REITs

Top 5 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Dividend Yield TTM Yield on Cost 5y
MERY 1,168 M 9.42% 21.1%
WHA 1,135 M 7.90% 15.1%
ECMPA 1,602 M 7.11% 15.5%
ALX 1,280 M 8.40% 9.73%
LI 10,963 M 5.92% 13.8%
Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Growth Rate Consistency
IVT 2,281 M 37.8% 92.1%
PECO 5,059 M 29.9% 100%
WHA 1,135 M 25.7% 88.3%
MERY 1,168 M 23.5% 92.7%
ECMPA 1,602 M 37.7% 90.5%

Quality Dividend Peers in Retail REITs

SPG
Simon Property
 4.99% Yield

MAC Dividend History: Last 50 Payments (USD) as of February 2026

Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payment Date Period Dividend per Share Dividend Growth Rate QoQ Payout Yield
2025-12-15 2025-12-15 2025-12-29 Quarterly 0.17 0% 0.91%
2025-09-09 2025-09-09 2025-09-23 Quarterly 0.17 0% 0.93%
2025-06-03 2025-06-03 2025-06-17 Quarterly 0.17 0% 1.06%
2025-03-04 2025-03-04 2025-03-18 Quarterly 0.17 0% 0.94%
2024-11-12 2024-11-12 2024-12-02 Quarterly 0.17 0% 0.86%
2024-08-19 2024-08-19 2024-09-09 Quarterly 0.17 0% 1.16%
2024-05-17 2024-05-20 2024-06-03 Quarterly 0.17 0% 1.08%
2024-02-15 2024-02-16 2024-03-04 Quarterly 0.17 0% 1.01%
2023-11-08 2023-11-09 2023-12-01 Quarterly 0.17 0% 1.63%
2023-08-17 2023-08-18 2023-09-08 Quarterly 0.17 0% 1.44%
2023-05-18 2023-05-19 2023-06-02 Quarterly 0.17 0% 1.8%
2023-02-16 2023-02-17 2023-03-03 Quarterly 0.17 0% 1.32%
2022-11-08 2022-11-09 2022-12-02 Quarterly 0.17 13.3% 1.4%
2022-08-18 2022-08-19 2022-09-08 Quarterly 0.15 0% 1.36%
2022-05-19 2022-05-20 2022-06-03 Quarterly 0.15 0% 1.26%
2022-02-17 2022-02-18 2022-03-03 Quarterly 0.15 0% 0.93%
2021-11-08 2021-11-09 2021-12-03 Quarterly 0.15 0% 0.68%
2021-08-18 2021-08-19 2021-09-08 Quarterly 0.15 0% 0.98%
2021-05-06 2021-05-07 2021-06-03 Quarterly 0.15 0% 1.11%
2021-02-18 2021-02-19 2021-03-03 Quarterly 0.15 0% 1.21%
2020-11-06 2020-11-09 2020-12-03 Quarterly 0.15 0% N/A
2020-08-18 2020-08-19 2020-09-08 Quarterly 0.15 50% N/A
2020-04-21 2020-04-22 2020-06-03 Quarterly 0.1 -86.7% N/A
2020-02-20 2020-02-21 2020-03-03 Quarterly 0.75 0% N/A
2019-11-07 2019-11-08 2019-12-03 Quarterly 0.75 0% N/A
2019-08-16 2019-08-19 2019-09-06 Quarterly 0.75 0% N/A
2019-05-07 2019-05-08 2019-06-03 Quarterly 0.75 0% N/A
2019-02-20 2019-02-21 2019-03-01 Quarterly 0.75 0% N/A
2018-11-08 2018-11-09 2018-12-03 Quarterly 0.75 1.4% N/A
2018-08-16 2018-08-17 2018-09-07 Quarterly 0.74 0% N/A
2018-05-07 2018-05-08 2018-06-01 Quarterly 0.74 0% N/A
2018-02-20 2018-02-21 2018-03-02 Quarterly 0.74 0% N/A
2017-11-09 2017-11-10 2017-12-01 Quarterly 0.74 4.2% N/A
2017-08-16 2017-08-18 2017-09-07 Quarterly 0.71 0% N/A
2017-05-03 2017-05-05 2017-06-02 Quarterly 0.71 0% N/A
2017-02-16 2017-02-21 2017-03-03 Quarterly 0.71 0% N/A
2016-11-08 2016-11-11 2016-12-02 Quarterly 0.71 4.4% N/A
2016-08-17 2016-08-19 2016-09-08 Quarterly 0.68 0% N/A
2016-05-03 2016-05-05 2016-06-03 Quarterly 0.68 0% N/A
2016-02-17 2016-02-19 2016-03-04 Quarterly 0.68 0% N/A
2015-11-10 0.68 -85.5% N/A
2015-11-09 2015-11-12 2016-01-06 Quarterly 4.68 620% N/A
2015-08-18 2015-08-20 2015-09-08 Quarterly 0.65 0% N/A
2015-05-06 2015-05-08 2015-06-05 Quarterly 0.65 0% N/A
2015-02-18 2015-02-20 2015-03-06 Quarterly 0.65 0% N/A
2014-11-07 2014-11-12 2014-12-05 Quarterly 0.65 4.8% N/A
2014-08-18 2014-08-20 2014-09-05 Quarterly 0.62 0% N/A
2014-05-07 2014-05-09 2014-06-06 Quarterly 0.62 0% N/A
2014-02-19 2014-02-21 2014-03-07 Quarterly 0.62 0% N/A
2013-11-07 2013-11-12 2013-12-06 Quarterly 0.62 0% N/A

MAC Dividend FAQ

Macerich (NYSE: MAC) is a fully integrated, self-managed REIT that owns, operates, and develops high-quality retail properties in densely populated U.S. markets, with a portfolio concentrated in California, the Pacific Northwest, Phoenix/Scottsdale, and the Metro New York-Washington corridor.

What is the Dividend Yield of MAC?

As of February 2026, MAC`s dividend yield is 3.88%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 0.68 USD by the current share price of 19.62.

Does MAC pay a dividend?

As of February 2026, MAC paid a dividend of 0.68 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2025-12-15 and the payout was 0.17 USD.

How often does MAC pay dividends?

MAC pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, MAC has issued 4 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2025-12-15.

MAC dividend forecast

Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for MAC for the next 4 payments are between 0.081 (-52.4%) and 0.149 (-12.4%).
This represents a significant dividend cut compared to the last payment.

Will MAC pay dividends in 2026?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.17 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2025-12-15. The next Ex-Dividend date for Macerich (MAC) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for MAC?

The next Ex-Dividend date for Macerich (MAC) is currently unknown. We automatically update the next Ex-Dividend date when it is announced.

What is the Dividend Growth of MAC?

MAC's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 3.18% per year.
Strong growth: MAC's Dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of MAC?

MAC's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 6.44%. If you bought MAC's shares at 10.56 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (0.68 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 6.44% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of MAC?

MAC Payout Consistency is 92.2%. The payout consistency is a proprietary measure of how consistently a company has paid dividends over its lifetime and blends growth rate, number of dividend payments, interruptions or lowering dividends into one number.
Very consistent: Macerich has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does MAC have a good Dividend Yield?

MAC`s 3.88% Dividend Yield is considered as moderate. This is usually a sign of a value company.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of MAC?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of MAC is 188.9%. Dangerously high - this is usually not sustainable and may lead to a dividend cut or NAV decline.

What is the Dividend Rating of MAC?

MAC`s Overall Dividend Rating is 63.69%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

MAC Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in MAC's Outstanding Shares?

Macerich's outstanding shares have increased by approximately 8.52% annually over the past 3 years (Trend Reliability: 100.0%).

Significant dilution: Heavy share issuance is diluting existing shareholders. Even if total dividends paid increase, your dividend per share may stagnate or decline.

Has MAC ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, the last stock split was on Feb 11, 2010 with a ratio of 1014:1000.

This was a forward split: Each share became 1.01 shares, lowering the price proportionally. The dividend per share was also adjusted downward by the same ratio, so total dividend income remained unchanged.

Year Number of Shares Annual Growth Rate
1994 15,265,700
1995 14,532,900 -4.8%
1996 17,089,900 +17.59%
1997 21,497,100 +25.79%
1998 35,533,800 +65.3%
1999 35,388,700 -0.41%
2000 34,920,500 -1.32%
2001 44,963,000 +28.76%
2002 53,743,700 +19.53%
2003 59,913,200 +11.48%
2004 73,099,000 +22.01%
2005 73,573,000 +0.65%
2006 88,058,000 +19.69%
2007 75,095,700 -14.72%
2008 86,794,000 +15.58%
2009 81,226,000 -6.42%
2010 120,346,000 +48.16%
2011 131,628,000 +9.37%
2012 137,202,400 +4.23%
2013 140,248,500 +2.22%
2014 158,202,000 +12.8%
2015 154,405,000 -2.4%
2016 143,985,000 -6.75%
2017 140,994,000 -2.08%
2018 141,221,700 +0.16%
2019 141,407,700 +0.13%
2020 149,770,600 +5.91%
2021 223,164,000 +49%
2022 215,178,000 -3.58%
2023 215,807,000 +0.29%
2024 236,619,000 +9.64%
2025 254,130,000 +7.4%

Key Metric Definitions

Dividend Yield
Annual dividend per share divided by current share price.
Payout Ratio
Percentage of earnings paid as dividends. Below 60% = safe, above 100% = unsustainable.
Payout FCF
Percentage of Free Cash Flow paid as dividends. More reliable than Payout Ratio since it measures actual cash.
Growth Rate (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of dividends over the last 5 years.
Consistency
Reliability of dividend payments over lifetime. Penalizes cuts and pauses.
Yield on Cost
Your effective yield if you bought 5 years ago. Shows dividend growth impact over time.
Streak
Consecutive years of dividend payments. 25+ years = Dividend Aristocrat.
Dividend Rating
Proprietary score (0-100) combining yield, growth, safety and consistency.

Last update: 2026-02-03 04:21