Banco Macro S.A.

BASE:BMA Stock Report

Market Cap: AR$8.1t

Banco Macro Past Earnings Performance

Past criteria checks 2/6

Banco Macro has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 34.1%, while the Banks industry saw earnings growing at 36.2% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 39.6% per year. Banco Macro's return on equity is 5.6%, and it has net margins of 7.1%.

Key information

34.13%

Earnings growth rate

34.13%

EPS growth rate

Banks Industry Growth38.31%
Revenue growth rate39.55%
Return on equity5.55%
Net Margin7.12%
Last Earnings Update31 Dec 2025

Recent past performance updates

Recent updates

Narrative Update Jun 02

BMA: Future Dividend Stream Will Drive Upside Following Bullish Upgrade

Analysts have lifted their ARS price target for Banco Macro to ARS 24,522.06, citing updated assumptions that include a lower discount rate, expectations for higher revenue growth, a reduced profit margin and a slightly higher future P/E multiple. What's in the News Board meeting scheduled for May 6, 2026, to address payment of instalment No. 1 of a cash dividend of AR$ 49,033,753,984.66 to shareholders.
Narrative Update May 03

BMA: Dividend Instalments And Governance Changes Will Support Measured Fintech Upside

Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Banco Macro to ARS 11,679 from ARS 12,040, citing updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, discount rate, and a higher future P/E multiple. What's in the News Banco Macro plans to pay instalment No. 10 of a cash dividend totaling ARS 41,777,807,598.97, or ARS 65.3400708982 per share, with availability from March 30, 2026 and a record date of March 27, 2026, following prior shareholder and regulator approvals (Key Developments).
Narrative Update Apr 18

BMA: Future Dividend Stream And Fintech Deal Will Drive Upside

Analysts have kept their ARS fair value estimate for Banco Macro broadly unchanged at about ARS 24,522, with the slight adjustment tied to updated views on discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions. What's in the News Banco Macro plans to pay instalment No. 10 of a cash dividend of ARS 41,777,807,598.97, equal to ARS 65.3400708982 per share, with availability from March 30, 2026, and a record date of March 27, 2026 (company announcement).
Narrative Update Apr 03

BMA: Fintech Partnership And Large Dividends Will Support Future Upside

Analysts have trimmed their ARS price target for Banco Macro to ARS 24,522.06, reflecting updated assumptions for a lower revenue growth rate, a slightly higher profit margin, and a modestly reduced future P/E multiple. What's in the News Banco Macro plans to pay shareholders instalment No. 10 of a cash dividend totaling ARS 41,777,807,598.97, equal to ARS 65.3400708982 per share, with availability from March 30, 2026 and a record date of March 27, 2026 (company announcement).
Narrative Update Mar 20

BMA: Cash Dividend Will Support Future Upside In Fintech Expansion

Analysts have maintained their ARS 12,040 price target on Banco Macro, citing updated assumptions that include a slightly different discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E inputs that still support the existing valuation framework. What's in the News Banco Macro is scheduled to hold a Board meeting on April 8, 2026, at 14:00 Coordinated Universal Time.
Narrative Update Mar 06

BMA: Large Cash Dividend And Fintech Partnership Will Support Future Upside

Analysts have adjusted their view on Banco Macro with a refreshed ARS 12,040 price target, reflecting updated assumptions for discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E that together indicate a more conservative earnings and valuation profile than previously modeled. What's in the News Banco Macro has a Board Meeting scheduled for December 17, 2025, with an agenda that includes considering payment of instalment No. 7 of the cash dividend to shareholders (Key Developments).
Narrative Update Feb 19

BMA: Fintech Alliance And Capital Strength Will Support Future Upside

Analysts have adjusted their price target on Banco Macro to ARS 24,522.06. The change is mainly linked to updated assumptions around the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins, and a revised future P/E of 17.09x.
Narrative Update Feb 05

BMA: High Capital Strength And Fintech Partnership Will Support Future Upside

The analyst price target for Banco Macro has increased from US$18,960.00 to US$24,522.06. Analysts cite the bank's high capital ratios, relatively stable net interest margins, lower asset quality risks, and a more balanced sector view following recent share rallies as key reasons for the revision.
Narrative Update Jan 22

BMA: High Capital Strength And Post Election Credit Cycle Will Drive Upside

Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Banco Macro from ARS 16,877.89 to ARS 17,999.02 as they factor in updated growth and margin assumptions, along with recent upgrades and higher price targets from major global banks. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Banco Macro point to a more constructive stance following Argentina's election outcome, with several large institutions revisiting their views on risk, growth potential and capital strength.
Narrative Update Jan 07

BMA: Elevated Dividend Payouts Will Expose Fragility Of Post Election Credit Outlook

Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Banco Macro to $12,040 from $8,144, citing higher assumed revenue growth and profit margins, a slightly lower discount rate, and recent Street upgrades that emphasize the bank's capital strength, relatively stable net interest margin, and an improved credit growth backdrop following Argentina's election outcome. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research has turned more constructive on Banco Macro, with several large firms flagging the bank's capital strength, relatively stable net interest margin and exposure to an improved credit growth backdrop following Argentina's election outcome.
Narrative Update Dec 14

BMA: Higher Capital Strength Will Support Post Election Credit Upside

Analysts have raised their price target on Banco Macro to $111 from ARS 18,000, reflecting higher expected revenue growth, expanding profit margins and the bank's strong capital position relative to other Argentine peers. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research reflects a generally constructive stance on Banco Macro, with several upgrades and positive initiations following Argentina's improved macroeconomic outlook and post election policy visibility.
Narrative Update Nov 29

BMA: Higher Capital Ratios And Political Tailwinds Will Support Sustained Upside

Analysts have raised their price target for Banco Macro from ARS 7,700 to ARS 18,000. They cite improved capital strength, lower asset risk, and a supportive outlook following positive economic and political developments in Argentina.
Narrative Update Nov 15

BMA: Sector-Leading Capital Strength Will Drive Resilience After Argentina’s Election

Analysts have raised their price target for Banco Macro significantly, increasing the fair value estimate from ARS 12,062 to ARS 16,878. They cite stronger capital ratios, a more favorable macroeconomic outlook in Argentina, and improving growth prospects for domestic banks.
Narrative Update Nov 01

BMA: Defensive Stance Will Limit Upside Amid Post-Election Banking Uncertainty

Banco Macro's analyst price target has been revised downward from ARS 12,418.80 to ARS 12,061.97. Analysts cite a shift to a more defensive sector stance and evolving macroeconomic conditions, despite stronger revenue growth and profitability expectations.
Narrative Update Oct 17

Digital Transformation Will Expand Retail Banking In Argentina

Banco Macro’s analyst price target was reduced significantly from ARS 14,000 to ARS 7,700 as analysts cite mounting macroeconomic uncertainties and potential pressures on bank fundamentals following a weaker than expected electoral outcome. Analyst Commentary Analysts evaluating Banco Macro have revised their outlook, reflecting both optimism and caution in light of recent macroeconomic headwinds and market developments.
Narrative Update Oct 03

Digital Transformation Will Expand Retail Banking In Argentina

Banco Macro's analyst price target has been revised downward significantly from ARS 14,852.80 to ARS 12,418.80. Analysts cite rising discount rates, moderating profit margins, and increased macroeconomic uncertainty impacting the bank's outlook.
Narrative Update Aug 27

Bank To Leverage Strong Capital Position For 2025 Initiatives

Despite a substantial increase in projected revenue growth and a lower future P/E, the consensus analyst price target for Banco Macro has been modestly reduced from ARS15,571 to ARS15,210. What's in the News Banco Macro S.A. scheduled a Board Meeting.
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New Narrative Dec 06

Rising Loan Demand And Strong Capital Propel Bank Toward Enhanced Profitability

Rising loan demand and robust capital position to drive earnings and boost return on equity with minimal additional capital needs.

Revenue & Expenses Breakdown

How Banco Macro makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.


Earnings and Revenue History

BASE:BMA Revenue, expenses and earnings (ARS Millions)
DateRevenueEarningsG+A ExpensesR&D Expenses
31 Dec 254,063,621289,4951,235,0890
30 Sep 252,663,023228,5171,049,4260
30 Jun 252,976,323381,3451,043,0430
31 Mar 252,752,375-87,5891,029,4580
31 Dec 246,028,829428,1941,292,5210
30 Sep 247,737,2181,281,0441,267,5730
30 Jun 247,745,8861,184,4401,175,7280
31 Mar 248,100,0921,681,7941,121,5130
31 Dec 238,146,7101,667,3261,184,4310
30 Sep 233,988,217346,060825,9460
30 Jun 233,176,961344,055683,8850
31 Mar 232,158,658163,702502,4340
31 Dec 221,549,284134,025371,7900
30 Sep 22759,71362,291181,1490
30 Jun 22548,93254,629140,4720
31 Mar 22467,25655,797121,4220
31 Dec 21372,50244,554105,1640
30 Sep 21301,49935,30586,5170
30 Jun 21267,86829,21578,8570
31 Mar 21221,13530,10570,4450
31 Dec 20398,66776,900108,7990
30 Sep 20179,03838,67757,0950
30 Jun 20153,94540,41952,8180
31 Mar 20127,10332,99349,3270
31 Dec 19103,58926,47645,9860
30 Sep 1977,92722,06935,8150
30 Jun 1969,97216,78529,5250
31 Mar 1960,31916,32621,3160
31 Dec 1850,01215,72916,0610
30 Sep 1865,1569,46220,5190
30 Jun 1861,9928,36819,2240
31 Mar 1838,00111,60212,2630
31 Dec 1755,9375,93917,6630
30 Sep 1730,0508,65811,0790
30 Jun 1726,0557,5579,6430
31 Mar 1723,1797,1388,7800
31 Dec 1620,1686,5417,8450
30 Sep 1619,4466,8126,6360
30 Jun 1618,0936,2846,6220
31 Mar 1615,9595,3036,0610
31 Dec 1515,1745,0105,6590
30 Sep 1513,0623,6185,4120
30 Jun 1512,1823,4994,9970

Quality Earnings: BMA has a large one-off loss of ARS130.1B impacting its last 12 months of financial results to 31st December, 2025.

Growing Profit Margin: BMA's current net profit margins (7.1%) are higher than last year (7.1%).


Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis


Past Earnings Growth Analysis

Earnings Trend: BMA's earnings have grown significantly by 34.1% per year over the past 5 years.

Accelerating Growth: BMA's has had negative earnings growth over the past year, so it can't be compared to its 5-year average.

Earnings vs Industry: BMA had negative earnings growth (-32.4%) over the past year, making it difficult to compare to the Banks industry average (-48.7%).


Return on Equity

High ROE: BMA's Return on Equity (5.6%) is considered low.


Return on Assets


Return on Capital Employed


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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/06/09 04:33
End of Day Share Price 2026/06/09 00:00
Earnings2025/12/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

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Analyst Sources

Banco Macro S.A. is covered by 13 analysts. 9 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Ernesto Gabilondo MárquezBofA Global Research
Rafael Berger FradeBradesco S.A. Corretora de Títulos e Valores Mobiliários
Alonso AramburúBTG Pactual