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MAA·Mid-America Apartment Communities, Inc.

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After Hours
High
$136.94
Open
$136.69
Market Cap
15.96B
52W High
$153.93
Low
$134.78
P. Close
$135.22
P/E
40.95
52W Low
$120.30
Fwd P/E
34.73
DailyIQ Est.
$141.73
Technical Score (1D)
45
NEUTRAL
News Sentiment
61
BULLISH
Scotiabank has lifted its price target for Mid‑America Apartment Communities to $137 from $129 while keeping a hold rating, signalling a modest confidence boost in the company’s fundamentals. The upgrade reflects a slight upward drift in valuation expectations, as the consensus target among analysts now sits around $142. This change suggests that the market is beginning to view MAA’s current performance as more in line with expectations, which could support a more stable trading range over the next 1–10 days. The hold rating indicates that Scotiabank does not anticipate a sharp rally, but the higher target may encourage incremental buying by investors seeking value in the multifamily sector. The upgrade is likely to be absorbed quickly, so traders should monitor how the stock reacts to the new target in the short term. Key catalysts to watch include MAA’s upcoming earnings report and any updates on occupancy rates, as these metrics will determine whether the higher target is justified. Additionally, keep an eye on any further analyst revisions, as a subsequent upgrade or downgrade could shift sentiment more dramatically. Finally, broader market conditions for the multifamily real‑estate sector—such as interest‑rate movements and rental‑price trends—will influence how the target adjustment plays out in the near term.
Earnings Summary
Mid‑America Apartment Communities (MAA) is a real‑estate investment trust that owns and manages apartment communities across the United States, focusing on acquisition, development, and redevelopment of high‑quality properties primarily in the Southeast, Southwest, and Mid‑Atlantic regions. Operating within the residential REIT sector, the company’s strategy centers on expanding its portfolio of over 104,665 units across 16 states and the District of Columbia to generate rental income and capital appreciation. In the most recent two quarters, MAA reported Q3 2025 EPS of $0.8536 and revenue of $554.373 million, slightly down from Q2 2025 EPS of $0.876 and revenue of $549.902 million, indicating a modest 0.5% revenue decline and a 2.6% EPS drop. The company has consistently beaten earnings estimates, with Q4 2024 EPS of $1.4341 versus an estimate of $1.015 and Q1 2025 EPS of $1.5384 versus $0.865, while revenue has remained largely flat year‑over‑year, hovering around $550 million. Historically, MAA has shown a strong YoY revenue growth trend, with revenue increasing from $549.832 million in Q4 2024 to $555.560 million in Q4 2025, and EPS has surged in recent quarters, reflecting improved operating efficiency and rent growth. Recent news highlights a price‑target lift by Scotiabank to $129 and a subsequent upgrade by Truist Financial to $146, driven by expectations of robust rental income and a solid balance sheet; the company also reported a surge in shares following an earnings beat on rental income and occupancy rates. Investors should watch for the upcoming earnings release to confirm rent‑growth figures and occupancy trends, as well as any changes to the debt profile or refinancing plans that could affect the company’s credit risk and dividend payout ratio in the next quarter. Key watch points include monitoring the impact of the debt‑refinancing on cash‑flow coverage and the sustainability of the dividend payout ratio, as well as any shifts in occupancy rates that could influence future rental income.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$0.55$1.02$1.50$1.97$2.45Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$0.77 - -
Q1'26$0.81$2.13+163.3%
Q4'25$0.93$2.23+140.6%
Q3'25$0.85$0.85+0.4%
Q2'25$0.84$0.88+3.7%
Q1'25$0.86$1.54+77.8%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$547M$552M$557M$561M$566MQ1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$564M - -
Q1'26$562M$554M-1.4%
Q4'25$562M$556M-1.2%
Q3'25 - $554M -
Q2'25 - $550M -
Q1'25 - $549M -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

MAA Stock Snapshot

MAA is currently trading at $135.25, giving Mid-America Apartment Communities, Inc. a market cap of 15.96B and a P/E ratio of 41.0. Today's range spans $134.78–$136.94, with shares opening at $136.69 and moving up $0.03 (0.0%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 45/100 (HOLD) with a news sentiment reading of 61/100.

Over the past year MAA has traded between $120.30 and $153.93 - the current price is +12.4% off the 52-week low and -12.1% from the high. 30 analysts cover the stock with a Hold consensus and a mean 12-month target of $141.79 (range $121.00–$162.00), implying upside of +4.8%.

Mid-America Apartment Communities, Inc. (MAA) is a large-cap in Real Estate with 15.96B in market cap, currently sitting on a HOLD signal at 45/100. Price: $135.25 (in the middle of its 52-week range). Sentiment: bullish at 61/100. The current P/E ratio stands at 41.0. The 52-week range of $120.30–$153.93 is the structural anchor, and the current neutral phase is the market's way of asking for more information before committing to a direction.

The 52-week range of $120.30–$153.93 for MAA provides the structural reference that options traders, systematic funds, and discretionary managers all anchor to — and at $135.25 (in the middle of its 52-week range), the stock sits in a zone where the next 5–10% move will likely define which crowd was right. A HOLD signal at 45/100 and bullish news backdrop (61/100) don't break the tie yet, but they narrow the probability distribution toward the upside.