Compliance Status
Not Halal
Screened on Oct 18, 2026 · AAOIFI Standard 21
Non-Compliant
Is The Macerich Company (MAC) halal? Not Halal. Based on AAOIFI screening, The Macerich Company passes the business activity screen but fails financial ratio screens with a compliance score of 0/100 (Grade: F).
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HalalScreener rates The Macerich Company (MAC) Not Halal, 0/100, grade F under AAOIFI Standard 21, screened Oct 18, 2026. Source: https://halalscreener.app/en/stock/MAC
Business activity
What the company sells is permissible.
Company debt
Over the limitHow much the company borrows, compared to its total value. AAOIFI allows up to 30%.
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Screened according to AAOIFI Standard 21
What this means for you
Most scholars advise not holding MAC
It does not pass AAOIFI Shariah screening.
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The Macerich Company
$22.96
Market Cap: 6.8B
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About The Macerich Company
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.
Sector: Real Estate · Industry: REIT - Retail
Why this does not pass
- Interest-bearing debt is 71.6% of market cap, over the 30% AAOIFI limit.
Screened under AAOIFI Standard 21. The exact figure behind this is part of Pro; the failing check and its limit are always free.
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Compliance History
Not Halal, unchanged since May 2026.
No status changes recorded since we began tracking.
Tracked since May 2026. Updates automatically on each re-screen.
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Screened according to AAOIFI Standard No. 21 · For informational purposes only. Consult a qualified Islamic finance advisor before investing.
Disclaimer: This screening is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or religious advice. Compliance is evaluated using AAOIFI financial standards (debt, deposits, and prohibited income ratios) and publicly available data. Ethical, political, social, or environmental considerations are outside the scope of this screening. Individual scholars and methodologies may differ. Always consult a qualified Islamic finance advisor before making investment decisions.